• A default fee in the amount of $75.00 may be assessed to your case
• A hold may be placed on your vehicle registration that will not allow you to renew it
• You may be referred to a collection agency (resulting in additional fees)

• Rule 122 prohibits the use of a recording device in a courtroom without the prior and express approval of the judge assigned to the courtroom.
• Rule 122.1 specifies the permitted use of portable electronic devises in a courthouse, to include areas of the courthouse outside the courtroom.
• NO PERSON SHALL USE A RECORDING DEVICE IN A COURTROOM WITHOUT THE PRIOR EXPRESS PERMISSION OF THE JUDGE ASSIGNED TO THAT COURTROOM.
• NO PERSON MAY PHOTOGRAPH, RECORD (VIDEO OR AUDIO), LIVESTREAM, OR BROADCAST IMAGES, VIDEO, OR AUDIO OF ANY INDIVIDUAL IN THE COURTHOUSE WITHOUT THAT INDIVIDUAL’S PRIOR EXPRESS CONSENT.
• Activities not prohibited by this order are subject to the authority of judges, or court administrators to limit or terminate activity disruptive to court operations or that compromise courthouse security.
• Law enforcement use of body worn cameras during the regular course of law enforcement response is permitted within the courthouse including courtrooms.
• Persons using recording devices or portable electronic devices in violation of this Court Order may be subject to contempt charges or criminal trespass.

ARS § 13-911, allows a person who is arrested, convicted, or sentenced before, on or after December 31, 2022, may petition the court to have their criminal case record sealed. For further information, please visit the links below.

• What is a Petition to Seal Criminal Case Records & what is the process?

  Petition to Seal Criminal Case Records
  ARS § 13-911
  Sealing Criminal Case Records

• Does my case qualify?
  • Ten years for a class 2 or 3 felony
  • Five years for a class 4, class 5, or class 6 felony
  • Three years for a class 1 misdemeanor
  • Two years for a class 2 or 3 misdemeanor

  A person who is convicted of two or more offenses may not petition the court to seal the person's case records until the timeframe prescribed above has passed for each conviction.

• Where can I locate the Petition to Seal Criminal case records?

  The petition is located on the court's website, or the petition may be obtained at the Scottsdale City Court. Form can be found here on our website.

• Where do I file the Petition to Seal Criminal case records?

  Email: City Court
  Fax: 480-312-2764
  Mail/Dropbox:
  3700 N. 75th St.
  Scottsdale, AZ 85251

• What do I need to know prior to completing the Petition to Seal Criminal Case records?

  Read ARS § 13-911 in its entirety before completing the petition. This petition is intended to help those who are seeking to seal a criminal case record under ARS § 13-911 and refers solely to the records that exist under the control of the courts, Department of Public Safety, Prosecutor's Office, and law enforcement agencies. Any case record that was published or distributed prior to sealing may still be accessible and may not be impacted by the granting of an order to seal case records.

• Where can I find the information needed to fill out the petition to seal criminal case record?

  Information needed to fill out the petition can be provided by:

  • The petitioner's defense attorney or court appointed attorney
  • Department of Public Safety (DPS) 602-223-2000
  • Arizona Judicial Branch's Public Access to Court Case Information
• How will I be notified of the ruling on my petition to seal criminal case records?

  The Scottsdale City Court may set a Hearing concerning your Petition to Seal Case Records. The Scottsdale City Court will mail a sealed copy of the order to the address listed on the petition as soon as it's processed.

• How long before a ruling is made?

  A ruling will not be made for at least 65 days unless the State and the Victim(s), if any, respond with no objection. However, there may delays on a ruling if the receipt of the DPS criminal history is delayed.

In accordance with Arizona Revised Statute ARS §13-905, this application may be submitted to the Court for review of a criminal conviction. The application may be submitted once the person convicted of the criminal offense has fulfilled the conditions of probation or sentence and been discharged by the Court. If the Judge grants the application, the judgment of guilt is set aside and reported to the Motor Vehicle Division and/or the Department of Public Safety in accordance with the statute.
ARS § 13-905

• Is my case eligible?

  Except as provided in subsection N of the statute, every person convicted of a criminal offense, on fulfillment of the conditions of probation or sentence and discharge by the court, may apply to have the judgment of guilt set aside. However, not all criminal offenses are eligible to be set aside. Examples include dangerous offenses, offenses which the person is required or ordered by the Court to register pursuant to section ARS § 13-3821, offenses which have a finding of sexual motivation pursuant to section ARS § 13-118, and an offense in which the victim is a minor under fifteen years of age. For a complete review of non-eligible charges please review ARS §13-905(N).

• Where can I locate the Application to Set Aside Judgment?

  The petition may be obtained at the Scottsdale City Court and on the court's website; Application to Set Aside Judgment.

• Where do I file the Application to Set Aside Judgment?

  It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure the Prosecutor’s office receives a copy of your filing. After the opposing party has had an opportunity to review your motion and respond, the Judge will review and rule.

  • Email: City Court
  • Fax: 480-312-2764
  • Mail/Dropbox:
    3700 N. 75th St.
    Scottsdale, AZ 85251
• How do I complete the Application to Set Aside Judgment?

  Read ARS § 13-905 in its entirety before completing the petition. This application is intended to help those who are seeking to set aside criminal judgment under ARS § 13-905 and refers solely to the records that exist under the control of the courts, Department of Public Safety, Prosecutor’s Office, and law enforcement agencies. Complete form in its entirety and submit to the Court.

• Where can I find the information needed to fill out the Application to Set Aside Judgment?

  Information needed to fill out the application can be provided by:

  • The petitioner's defense attorney or court appointed attorney
  • Department of Public Safety (DPS) & 602-223-2000
  • Arizona Judicial Branch’s Public Access to Court Case Information
  • Some information will be available on the Scottsdale City Court
  • File a records request or obtain a case summary for more detailed information
• How will I be notified of the ruling on my Application to Set Aside Judgment?

  The Scottsdale City Court may set a Hearing concerning your Application to Set Aside Judgment. The Scottsdale City Court will mail a sealed copy of the order, if granted to the address listed on the application as soon as it’s processed.

• What happens when the Set Aside is granted? Does the Second Chance get granted as well?

  If the application to set aside is granted, the Court must include a certificate of second chance if the person is eligible. The Defendant can only receive one second chance certificate for any cases. The application to Set Aside will have a question for the Defendant on whether they have previously been granted a Second Chance. ARS § 13-905 (K).

• Does the set aside apply to all crimes?

  No, this section does not apply to a person who was convicted of any of the following:

  • A dangerous offense.
  • An offense for which the person is required or ordered by the court to register pursuant to section 13-3821.
  • An offense for which there has been a finding of sexual motivation pursuant to section 13-118.
  • A felony offense in which the victim is a minor under fifteen years of age.
• Can the Court grant a Set Aside and Deny the Second Chance?

  The Defendant is only allowed one Second Chance Certificate for any cases. If the Defendant indicates one has already been granted, the defendant wouldn't be eligible for another Certificate of Second Chance. Also, there may be other instances where the court learns that a Second Chance has already been granted. In those cases, even though the Defendant has not provided that information; the defendant would not be eligible for another Certificate of Second Chance.

• Can there be an instance where our Court has previously granted a Defendant a Set Aside in the past and the Defendant is now before the Court requesting a Second Chance Certificate?

  Yes. There are likely to be instances where a Defendant has received a Set Aside from our Court before the Second Chance Certificate was available. In those instances, the Court will be able to grant the Second Chance unless the Defendant has already received one in another case, or the case is otherwise not eligible for a Certificate of Second Chance.

On April 1, 2021, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey signed into law House Bill (HB) 2067, which amends ARS § 13-905 to allow the courts to issue an order for a “Certificate of Second Chance” for individuals “whose judgment of guilt is set aside” after a criminal conviction. A Certificate of Second Chance allows a person whose conviction has been set aside to obtain benefits that they may not be able to obtain if they have a conviction. A Certificate of Second Chance allows a person the opportunity to obtain an occupational license, provides protections to employers for hiring or contracting with ex-offenders, and provides protections to a person or entity providing housing to an ex-offender.
ARS § 13-905

• Is my case eligible?

  Except as provided in subsection N of the statute, every person convicted of a criminal offense, on fulfillment of the conditions of probation or sentence and discharge by the court, may apply to have the judgment of guilt set aside. However, not all criminal offenses are eligible to be set aside. Examples include dangerous offenses, offenses which the person is required or ordered by the Court to register pursuant to section ARS § 13-3821, offenses which have a finding of sexual motivation pursuant to section ARS § 13-118, and an offense in which the victim is a minor under fifteen years of age. For a complete review of non-eligible charges please review ARS § 13-905(N).

• Where can I locate the Application for Certificate of Second Chance?

  The petition may be obtained at the Scottsdale City Court Forms page.

• How do I complete the Application for Certificate of Second Chance?

  Read ARS § 13-905 in its entirety before completing the petition. This application is intended to help those who are seeking to set aside criminal judgment or have already had the criminal judgment set aside under ARS § 13-905 and refers solely to the records that exist under the control of the courts, Department of Public Safety, Prosecutor’s Office, and law enforcement agencies. If you haven’t already obtained a Set Aside, then you’d need to apply for one at the same time as submitting your application for Certificate of Seconds Chance. Complete form(s) entirely and submit to the Court.

• Where can I find the information needed to fill out the Application for Certificate of Second Chance?

  Information needed to fill out the application can be provided by:

  • The petitioner's defense attorney or court appointed attorney
  • Department of Public Safety (DPS) & 602-223-2000
  • Arizona Judicial Branch’s Public Access to Court Case Information
  • Some information will be available on the Scottsdale City Court
  • File a records request or obtain a case summary for more detailed information
• How will I be notified of the ruling on my Application for Certificate of Second Chance?

  The Scottsdale City Court may set a Hearing concerning your Application for Certificate of Second Chance. The Scottsdale City Court will mail a sealed copy of the order, if granted to the address listed on the application as soon as it’s processed.

• What happens when the Set Aside is granted? Does the Second Chance get granted as well?

  If the application to set aside is granted, the Court must include a certificate of second chance if the person is eligible. The Defendant can only receive one second chance certificate for any cases. The application to Set Aside will have a question for the Defendant on whether they have previously been granted a Second Chance. ARS § 13-905 (K).

• Does the Application for Certificate of Second Chance apply to all crimes?

  The Certificate of Second Chance only applies to convictions that have been set aside and the Defendant is only allowed one Second Chance Certificate for any cases.

• Can the Court grant a Set Aside and Deny the Second Chance?

  The Defendant is only allowed one Second Chance Certificate for any cases. If the Defendant indicates one has already been granted, the defendant wouldn't be eligible for another Certificate of Second Chance. Also, there may be other instances where the court learns that a Second Chance has already been granted. In those cases, even though the Defendant has not provided that information; the defendant would not be eligible for another Certificate of Second Chance.

• Can there be an instance where our Court has granted a Defendant a Set Aside in the past and the Defendant is now before the Court requesting a Second Chance Certificate?

  Yes. There are likely to be instances where a Defendant has received a Set Aside from our Court before the Second Chance Certificate was available. In those instances, the Court will be able to grant the Second Chance unless the Defendant has already received one in another case, or the case is otherwise not eligible for a Certificate of Second Chance.

Proposition 207 includes a new statute ARS § 36-2862 that authorizes some people to petition a court for an order that will seal their marijuana-related criminal records. Eligible petitioners are those who were arrested, charged, convicted, or acquitted of any of the following offenses based on conduct occurring before Nov. 30, 2020:

• Possessing, consuming, or transporting two and one-half ounces or less of marijuana, of which not more than twelve and one-half grams was in the form of marijuana concentrate.
• Possessing, transporting, cultivating, or processing not more than six marijuana plants at your primary residence for personal use; or
• Possessing, using, or transporting paraphernalia related to the cultivation, manufacture, processing, or consumption of marijuana.

The Arizona Supreme Court has adopted petition forms and instructions for people to use for this purpose. For further information, please visit the link below.

Petition to Expunge Records (Prop 207 Marijuana)
ARS § 36-2862

All petitions should be on the Expungement Petition for Municipal/Justice Court approved form and contain complete information.

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure the Prosecutor’s office receives a copy of your filing. After the opposing party has had an opportunity to review your motion and respond, the Judge will review and rule.

Email: City Court
Fax: 480-312-2764
Mail/Dropbox:
3700 N. 75th St.
Scottsdale, AZ 85251

• How do I complete the Petition to Expunge Records (Prop 207)?

  To complete the petition, you must provide the court with the following information as required by Rule 36, Arizona Rules of Criminal Procedure for each case:

  • Your name, address, date of birth, and email address, if you have an email address.
  • A description of the offense for which you are seeking expungement as stated on the petition form
  • The name of the law enforcement agency that arrested you for the marijuana-related offense; and
  • The court’s case number if your arrest resulted in a criminal complaint being filed with the court.

  If you do not provide enough details about the records you want to have expunged, the court may dismiss your petition. If that occurs, you may file a new petition with additional details about your records. The court cannot order expungement of any arresting agency records if you do not identify the arresting agency.

  Read the Instructions for Seeking Expungement in its entirety before completing the petition. This application is intended to help those who are seeking to expunge criminal records under ARS § 36-2862 and refers solely to the records that exist under the control of the courts, Department of Public Safety, Prosecutor’s Office, and law enforcement agencies.

• Where can I find the information needed to fill out the Petition to Expunge Records (Prop 207)?

  Information needed to fill out the application can be provided by:

  • The petitioner's defense attorney or court appointed attorney
  • Department of Public Safety (DPS) & 602-223-2000
  • Arizona Judicial Branch’s Public Access to Court Case Information
  • Federal Bureau of Investigation
  • Some information will be available on the Scottsdale City Court page
  • File a records request or obtain a case summary for more detailed information
• How will I be notified of the ruling on my Petition to Expunge Records (Prop 207)?

  The Scottsdale City Court will mail a sealed copy of the order, if granted to the address listed on the petition as soon as it’s processed.

What is an Application to Vacate Conviction & what is the process?

In accordance with Arizona Revised Statute (ARS) §13-909, an applicant may request that the court vacate the conviction for the crime of prostitution committer under ARS §13-3214 and/or Scottsdale Revised Code (SRC) §19-5. The applicant must provide clear and convincing evidence that their participation in the offense was a direct result of having been a victim of sex trafficking pursuant to ARS §13-1307.

ARS §13-909

ARS §13-3214

SRC §19-5

ARS §13-1307

• Where can I locate the Application to Vacate Conviction?

The petition may be obtained at the Scottsdale City Court and on the court's website; Application to Vacate Conviction – §13-909 (PDF).

• Where do I file the Application to Vacate Conviction?

It is the applicant’s responsibility to ensure the Prosecutor’s office receives a copy of your filing. After the opposing party has had an opportunity to review your motion and respond, the Judge will review and rule within 2-3 weeks.

• Email: City Court
• Fax: 480-312-2764
• Mail/Dropbox:
  3700 N. 75th St.
  Scottsdale, AZ 85251
• How do I complete the Application to Vacate Conviction?

Read ARS §13-909 in its entirety before completing the application. This application is intended to help those who are seeking to vacate a conviction ARS §13-909 and refers solely to the records that exist under the control of the courts, Department of Public Safety, Prosecutor’s Office, and law enforcement agencies. Complete form in its entirety and submit to the Court.

• Where can I find the information needed to fill out the Application to Vacate Conviction?

Information needed to fill out the application can be provided by:

• The petitioner's defense attorney or court appointed attorney
• Department of Public Safety (DPS) - 602-223-2000
• Arizona Judicial Branch’s Public Access to Court Case Information
• Some information will be available on the Scottsdale City Court
• File a records request or obtain a case summary for more detailed information
• How will I be notified of the ruling on my Application to Vacate Conviction?

The Scottsdale City Court may set a Hearing concerning your Application to Vacate Conviction. The Scottsdale City Court will mail a sealed copy of the order, if granted to the address listed on the application as soon as it’s processed.

• What happens if my Application to Vacate Conviction is granted?

If the application to vacate conviction is granted, court and criminal history records would no longer indicate a conviction, but that the conviction was vacated