Graham County Sex Offender Lookup

Graham County requires all sex offenders to register with the county sheriff in Safford. You can search for sex offenders living in Graham County online. The registry covers Safford, Thatcher, Pima, and the surrounding communities in this southeastern Arizona county. The sheriff's office handles all registrations and maintains records on every offender in the county. This page explains how to search the database and what registration involves.

Graham County Sheriff Sex Offender Registration

The Graham County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration for the county. Their office is at 600 W. Graham Canal Road in Safford, AZ 85546. The phone number is (928) 428-3141. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sex offenders must register in person at the sheriff's office. Bring valid identification and be prepared to provide your current address, employment information, and vehicle details. Staff will take a photo and fingerprints. The registration gets entered into the state database and becomes visible on the public search portal within a few days.

The Graham County Sheriff website has general information about the department. For sex offender specific questions, call the main office and speak with the registration staff.

Graham County is a smaller county with a straightforward registration process. Staff know the community and work to maintain accurate records.

Searching Graham County Sex Offenders

You can search the Graham County sex offender registry online. The search tool is free and available to the public.

Enter a name to look for a specific person. Or enter an address, city, or zip code to see offenders living near a location. Results include photos, addresses, and offense details. A map view shows where offenders live in relation to any point you select. This covers all of Graham County, including Safford, Thatcher, Pima, and surrounding areas.

The database updates regularly as offenders register or change their information. New registrations typically appear within a few days of being processed at the sheriff's office. Check back periodically to stay informed about who lives in your area.

Note: Low-risk offenders may not appear in public searches based on Arizona notification rules.

Graham County Registration Requirements

Sex offenders in Graham County must follow Arizona state law. The rules apply equally across all 15 counties.

Initial registration must happen within 10 days of conviction or release from custody. People moving to Graham County from another state have 72 hours after arriving to register if they were required to register elsewhere. This window excludes weekends and holidays. Call the sheriff's office as soon as you arrive to schedule your registration.

Annual registration occurs during your birth month. The $250 assessment fee is due each year. You must appear in person to verify your information and take a new photo. Address changes require notice within 72 hours. The same applies to job changes, vehicle changes, and new online accounts. Staying current is the only way to remain in compliance in Graham County.

Failure to register or update information is a Class 4 felony under A.R.S. Section 13-3824. The sheriff tracks compliance and issues warrants for offenders who miss deadlines.

Registration in a Rural County

Graham County is predominantly rural with a small population. This means fewer offenders to track but also means the sheriff knows who should be registering. Compliance is closely monitored.

If you live in a remote area of Graham County, plan your trips to Safford for registration visits. The office hours are standard weekday hours. Give yourself enough time to make the drive and complete the process. Do not let distance cause you to miss a deadline. The 72-hour windows and birth month requirements still apply regardless of where you live in the county.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Graham County borders several other Arizona counties. Offenders moving to a new county must register with that sheriff within 72 hours.