Scottsdale Sex Offender Search
Scottsdale requires all sex offenders to register with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. You can search for sex offenders living in Scottsdale through online databases. The Scottsdale Police Department provides community notification services and works with the sheriff on compliance matters. This page explains how to search the Scottsdale sex offender registry and what resources are available for residents.
Scottsdale Quick Facts
Scottsdale Sex Offender Registration
Sex offenders living in Scottsdale must register with the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. The sheriff handles all registration for Maricopa County. You cannot register at Scottsdale Police.
The county registration office is in downtown Phoenix at 111 S 3rd Avenue, 4th Floor. Scottsdale residents travel there for initial registration, annual check-ins, and address updates. The phone number is (602) 876-1070. Plan your visit during regular business hours.
Scottsdale spans a large area from the Phoenix border north into the desert. The sheriff maintains records on all registered sex offenders throughout the city regardless of which neighborhood they live in.
Scottsdale Police Community Notification
The Scottsdale Police Department handles community notification for sex offenders. Police Aide Kayla Kinsey coordinates sex offender matters and can be reached at 480-312-2713. The police station is at 8401 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251.
The Scottsdale Police Community Notification page explains how the department alerts residents about high-risk sex offenders. When a Level 3 offender moves into a Scottsdale neighborhood, police work with the sheriff to spread the word.
Scottsdale Police conducts compliance checks and follows up on tips about offenders who may be violating rules. They coordinate with the county sheriff on enforcement matters.
Searching Sex Offenders in Scottsdale
The Scottsdale OffenderWatch portal provides access to the sex offender database. You can also use the Maricopa County portal for a county-wide search.
Enter a Scottsdale address or zip code to see offenders nearby. Search by name if looking for a specific person. Results show photos, addresses, and offense details. The map view helps visualize offender locations across Scottsdale neighborhoods.
The database updates as offenders register or change addresses. New arrivals to Scottsdale appear within a few days of completing registration. Check back periodically to stay informed about who lives in your area.
Note: Low-risk offenders may not appear in public searches based on state notification rules.
Scottsdale Sex Offender Requirements
Sex offenders in Scottsdale follow Arizona state law. Maricopa County enforces registration requirements for all cities within its borders.
Initial registration must happen within 10 days of conviction or release. People moving to Scottsdale from another state have 72 hours to register. Annual registration occurs during your birth month with a $250 fee. Address changes require notice within 72 hours. These rules apply whether you live in Old Town, North Scottsdale, or any other part of the city.
Scottsdale has many resorts and temporary housing options. Visitors staying more than 72 hours who are required to register in their home state must also register here. The sheriff tracks transient offenders and short-term residents.
Nearby Arizona Cities
Scottsdale borders Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, and other Maricopa County cities. All use the same county sheriff for registration.
Maricopa County Resources
Scottsdale is in Maricopa County. The county sheriff handles all sex offender registration. Visit the county page for more details.