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The Santa Cruz County Sheriff's Office is a full-service law enforcement agency serving the citizens of unincorporated Santa Cruz County, Arizona.

10/30/2026

🎗️ Be a Hero, Stay Drug Free! 🎗️

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who supported the Red Ribbon Week Luncheon on October 29, 2026. Your contributions, time, and dedication help educate and empower our future leaders to make healthy choices and live drug-free lives.

Thank you to the following organizations for their support and commitment to our youth:

• Boys & Girls Club of Santa Cruz County
• Desert Shadows Middle School Jazz Band
• Challenger Elementary School Honor Guard
• Lincoln Elementary School
• Wade Carpenter Middle School
• Rio Rico High School Law Enforcement Team
• Jesus Cordova Foundation
• Las Vigas Catering Inc.
• Drug Enforcement Administration
• U.S. Customs and Border Protection
• U.S. Border Patrol
• Nogales Police Department
• Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office
• Santa Cruz County Attorney’s Office
• Santa Cruz County School Superintendent’s Office
• Circles of Peace
• Mariposa Community Health Center

We also thank the students, educators, volunteers, and community members whose efforts made this luncheon possible. Through education, encouragement, and community partnerships, we can help our young people recognize their potential and build a healthy future.

Together, we are inspiring the next generation of heroes! ❤️

10/29/2026

🍩☕🎃🍬 A SWEET THANK YOU!

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office extends a special thank you to The Country Club of La Cholla for the delicious donuts and coffee, and Cropper’s Nogales Auto Center for donating candy for our upcoming Halloween Drive-Thru event!

🧡 Your generosity and community support help make this event extra special for our local families. We truly appreciate you!

10/27/2026

Welcome, Adult Detention Academy Class 26-3!

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office proudly kicks off Adult Detention Academy Class 26-3, welcoming a new group of recruits as they begin their journey toward serving as detention officers.

Throughout the academy, recruits will work to develop the knowledge, skills, and discipline needed to uphold safety, security, and professionalism within our detention facility. This journey will require dedication, teamwork, and a commitment to treating others with dignity and respect.

We commend these recruits for choosing a career in public service and look forward to seeing their progress.

Best of luck, Class 26-3! Follow our social media pages for updates as they advance through the academy.

10/24/2026

Thank You for a Mighty Good Time!

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office extends our sincere thanks to the Nogales Family Resource Center, Rio Rico Family Resource Center, and University of Arizona Cooperative Extension for hosting the Mighty Machines community event and inviting us to participate!

We enjoyed connecting with children and families, encouraging curiosity, and building positive relationships with the community we proudly serve. Events like these bring families and community partners together through learning, exploration, and fun.

Thank you to the organizers and everyone who joined us! We appreciate your commitment to creating meaningful experiences for Santa Cruz County’s children and families. 💛

10/23/2026

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office is now accepting debit and credit card payments for services provided by our Records, Civil, and Adult Detention Divisions. Credit and debit card payments are the preferred payment methods. Money orders will be accepted when payment by credit or debit card is not possible.

Payments can be made in person or online for added convenience.

📍 IN-PERSON PAYMENT LOCATIONS

Sheriff’s Administration and Adult Detention Lobbies
2170 N Congress Dr, Nogales, AZ 85621

Civil Division — Located at the Courts
2160 N Congress Dr, Nogales, AZ 85621

🌐 ONLINE PAYMENTS & SERVICES

Adult Detention Division
• Fingerprints
• State Inmate Housing Per Diem

§ https://public.pointandpay.net/collect/partner/SantaCruzCountySheriffAdultDetention

Civil Division
• Civil Subpoena
• Eviction
• Injunction
• Letter
• Notice
• Order to Show Cause
• Petition
• Summons/Complaint
• Summons/Petition

§ https://public.pointandpay.net/collect/partner/SantaCruzCountySheriffCivilDivision

Records Division
• Alarm Permits
• Body-Worn Camera Footage
• Call Cards
• Police Reports

§ https://public.pointandpay.net/collect/partner/SantaCruzCountySheriffRecordsDivision

Please select the payment link for the division providing your requested service.

We are committed to making our services more convenient and accessible to the community we proudly serve.

10/21/2026

🎉 Celebrating 20 Years of Dedicated Service 🎉

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office proudly congratulates Detention Sergeant C. De La Riva on 20 years of service to the Santa Cruz County community and our agency.

For two decades, Sergeant De La Riva has demonstrated resilience, strong leadership, and an unwavering dedication to public service. This commitment is reflected in the professionalism brought to each assignment, the support provided to colleagues, and the example set for those serving alongside Sergeant De La Riva.

Please join us in recognizing this significant milestone. Thank you, Sergeant De La Riva, for 20 years of commitment, leadership, and service. Congratulations! 🎉🎊

Sarge, your charisma, guidance, and dedication inspire those around you to continue serving our community with P.R.I.D.E. We appreciate the experience you share, the leadership you provide, and the many contributions you have made to Detention and the Sheriff’s Office throughout your career. ~Mods

10/19/2026

Red Ribbon Week is off to an amazing start!

The students at Calabasas Elementary and Middle Schools brought incredible energy and enthusiasm as the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office kicked off this year’s Red Ribbon Week activities!

Thank you to the students, teachers, and staff for the warm welcome and for helping us share an important message: make healthy choices, support one another, and choose a drug-free future. ❤️

Together, we’re building a stronger, healthier Santa Cruz County!

10/15/2026

🚔💛 Thank you, Montessori de Santa Cruz School!

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office thanks Montessori de Santa Cruz School in Amado for inviting us to participate in Safety Day on October 14!

We appreciate the opportunity to connect with students and staff, promote safety awareness, and strengthen the relationships that help keep our community safe. Events like these remind us that building a safer community begins with education, trust, and working together.

Thank you for including us in this special day! 🏫🤝

10/11/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨

The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office has received reports of a fraudulent scheme involving an individual identifying himself as “William.” He is reportedly pretending to represent a financial institution and asking community members to transfer money directly to him.

Do not send money or share account information, passwords, or verification codes with someone who contacts you unexpectedly. If you receive a suspicious request, end the conversation and contact your financial institution using the official number on your card or statement.

If you have already transferred money, contact your financial institution immediately and report the incident to law enforcement. Please share this warning with friends and family.

Address

2170 N Congress Drive
Nogales, AZ
85621

Telephone

(520) 761-7869

Website

http://www.santacruzsheriff.org/, https://www.instagram.com/sccso_az/

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