Search La Paz County Sex Offenders
La Paz County tracks all sex offenders through the county sheriff's office. Sheriff William Ponce oversees the registration program from the main office in Parker. You can search for sex offenders living in La Paz County online. The registry covers Parker, Quartzsite, and other communities along the Colorado River. This page explains how to search the database and what registration requires in La Paz County.
La Paz County Quick Facts
La Paz County Sheriff Sex Offender Registration
The La Paz County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration. Their main office is at 1109 W. Arizona Avenue in Parker, AZ 85344. The general phone number is (928) 669-6141. The Sex Offender Unit has a direct line at (928) 669-9560.
Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8AM to 5PM. Sex offenders must register in person. Bring valid identification and be ready to provide your address, employment information, and vehicle details. Staff will take a photo and fingerprints as part of the process.
The La Paz County Sheriff website has information about the department. Sheriff William Ponce leads the office. For sex offender questions, call the Sex Offender Unit directly.
La Paz County has a dedicated sex offender page with additional details about requirements and procedures.
Searching Sex Offenders in La Paz County
The La Paz County sex offender page provides access to the public registry and information about the program. From there you can search for offenders living in the county.
Enter a name to find a specific person. Or search by address or zip code to see offenders near a location. Results include photos, addresses, and offense details. The search covers all of La Paz County, from Parker to Quartzsite to the rural desert areas.
The database updates as offenders register or change their information. Check back regularly to stay informed about who lives in your area.
La Paz County Registration Requirements
Sex offenders in La Paz County must follow Arizona state law. The requirements are the same across all 15 counties.
Initial registration must happen within 10 days of conviction or release from custody. People moving to La Paz County from another state have 72 hours after arriving to register. This deadline excludes weekends and legal holidays. Call the Sex Offender Unit as soon as you arrive to schedule your registration. Missing the deadline is a Class 4 felony.
Annual registration happens 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. Same for job changes, vehicle changes, and new online accounts. Staying current is essential to remain in compliance in La Paz County.
Note: La Paz County sees a seasonal population increase during winter months due to snowbirds and RV travelers.
Colorado River Border Community
La Paz County sits along the Colorado River, which forms the border with California. Parker and other communities are close to Blythe, California, and other California cities. The sheriff coordinates with California authorities on cross-border issues.
Sex offenders who move to La Paz County from California must register with the Arizona sheriff within 72 hours. If you already register in California and move across the river, you need to register here as well. The sheriff tracks movement between states and follows up on tips about offenders who may be trying to avoid registration by hopping back and forth.
Quartzsite draws large numbers of seasonal visitors in winter. Sex offenders who stay in La Paz County for more than 72 hours must register, even if they are living in an RV or other temporary housing. The 72-hour rule applies to anyone staying that long.
Nearby Arizona Counties
La Paz County borders Mohave, Yavapai, Maricopa, and Yuma counties. Offenders moving to a new county must register with that sheriff within 72 hours.