Mohave County Sex Offender Database

Mohave County maintains a public sex offender registry through the sheriff's office. You can search for sex offenders living in Kingman, Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City, and other Mohave County communities. Sheriff Doug Schuster oversees the sex offender compliance program. The county uses OffenderWatch to provide public access to offender information. Residents can search online anytime to see who is registered in their area.

Mohave County Sheriff Sex Offender Registration

The Mohave County Sheriff's Office handles all sex offender registration for the county. Their main office is at 600 W. Beale Street in Kingman. The phone number is (928) 753-0753. Sheriff Doug Schuster leads the department and sets the policies for sex offender compliance.

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

The Mohave County Sheriff website has general information about their services. For sex offender specific questions, call the main office and ask to speak with someone in the registration unit.

Mohave County covers a large area. Some offenders may need to travel from Lake Havasu City or Bullhead City to reach the Kingman office.

Searching Mohave County Sex Offenders

The Mohave County OffenderWatch portal lets you search all registered sex offenders in the county. It is free to use and does not require any account or registration.

Enter a name to look for a specific individual. Or type an address, city, or zip code to see offenders near a location. The results show photos, current addresses, and offense details for each person. A map view helps you see where offenders live relative to your home, school, or workplace. This tool covers the entire county, from Kingman to Lake Havasu City to Bullhead City and all points in between.

The Mohave County OffenderWatch information page explains how the system works and what data is available. Check this page if you have questions about using the search tool or understanding the results.

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

Mohave County Registration Requirements

Sex offenders in Mohave County must follow Arizona state law. These rules apply equally across all counties. The sheriff enforces them consistently.

New offenders must register within 10 days of conviction or release from custody. If you move to Mohave County from another state where you had to register, you have 72 hours after arriving to register with the sheriff. This window excludes weekends and holidays. Annual registration happens during your birth month. The $250 assessment fee is due each year. You must appear in person to confirm your information and take a new photo.

Address changes require notice within 72 hours. If you move within Mohave County or change jobs, go to the sheriff's office and update your file. Failing to keep current information is a felony under A.R.S. Section 13-3824. The sheriff tracks compliance and issues warrants for offenders who miss deadlines.

Sex Offender Tracking Along the Colorado River

Mohave County borders Nevada and California along the Colorado River. Lake Havasu City, Bullhead City, and other river communities attract residents from neighboring states. This creates tracking challenges for the sheriff.

Sex offenders who move to Mohave County from Nevada or California must register with the Arizona sheriff within 72 hours. The same rules apply regardless of which state they came from. The sheriff coordinates with authorities in Clark County, Nevada, and San Bernardino County, California, to share information about offenders who cross state lines. If you know of an offender who moved to Mohave County and has not registered, report it to the sheriff's office.

Cities in Mohave County

Mohave County includes Lake Havasu City and other communities along the Colorado River. The sheriff handles sex offender registration for all areas.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Mohave County borders several other Arizona counties. Offenders who move must register with the new county sheriff within 72 hours.