Helen Purcell, Maricopa County Recorder  
  Saturday, May 17, 2008
 
 
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Frequently Asked Questions

Recorder
1. Where do I obtain a form for recording purposes?
At most office supply or stationary stores.
Note – We are unable to assist with the preparation of your document or provide forms.

2. What are the fees for recording?
Refer to the Fees schedule or please use our fee calculator on our web site at: http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata/RecFees.aspx or you may call 602-506-3535.

3. How do I remove a name to my property?
Your question may be answered by contacting an attorney or paralegal.

4. How do I add a name to my property?
Your question may be answered by contacting an attorney or paralegal.

5. How do I know what liens are on a property?
You can research your property by owner name via our main search page at http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata or contact a title company to perform a title search for you. The title company will charge you a fee to perform a title search.
Note: Researching information on our website does not guarantee that your property is free and clear from any liens.

6. Can you tell me the selling price of a property?
You can research our records at http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata by owner name or by recording number. You will then need to determine if an affidavit of value has been recorded. The affidavit of value should contain the sales price information.

7. How do I do a title search?
All records in our office are located by searching our name index. A title company may also perform one for you.

8. Can you tell me who the owner of a property is by parcel number?
No, you need to contact the Assessor's Office or you can visit their website at http://www.maricopa.gov/Assessor/ParcelApplication/Default.aspx.

9. How do I get the dimensions for my property?
From the subdivision plat, which you can obtain from our website at http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata and research by your subdivision name. Or if you have the Book of Maps number or MCR number you can go to http://recorder.maricopa.gov/imaps/ and enter the pertinent information. However, some subdivision maps may not contain the information you are seeking. You can view the unofficial map or purchase an official copy from our web site for $1.00 per page.

10. How do I obtain a copy of my deed?
You can purchase an official copy or certified copy at http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata or you can purchase a copy from our office in person or by mail. Copies are $1.00 per page. If you want a certified copy, it will be an additional $3.00. If mailing your request, please enclose a self addressed stamped envelope or add an additional $1.00 for mailing purposes.

11. How can I find out about a house for sale (foreclosure)?
You can research our records at http://recorder.maricopa.gov/recdocdata by owner name or if you are looking for all property in Maricopa County in foreclosure, simply change the document code field to N/TR SALE and be date specific or not and click search.

12. How do I remove a decedent's name from my deed?
Please contact our office at 602-506-3535, select 1 and then zero.

13. What is an Affidavit of Real Property Value?
All property sales transactions require a completed affidavit of value or an exemption number, which means that the property transaction is exempt from completing an affidavit of value. For more information you may call the Arizona Department of Revenue at 602-716-6843. Or visit this link to their site www.azdor.forms/property.asap

14. How do I change the ownership of a piece of property?
Your question may be answered by contacting an attorney or paralegal.

15. How do I record my business name?
Your questions may be answered in ARS 44-1236 or ARS 29-101 through 29-366 and/or by consulting an attorney or paralegal.

16. How do I remove an erroneous lien from my property?
Your questions may be answered in ARS 33-420 and/or by consulting an attorney or paralegal.

17. What happens to my document when it is presented for recording?
1. If the document meets the form requirements, is complete, and the proper fees have been paid, we will accept your document and assign it a unique recording number and make it a matter of permanent public record by scanning and imaging the document. Your document is then indexed within 10 to 15 working days and can be located by name. Your original document may be returned within 6 to 8 weeks, possibly sooner. If you should lose or misplace your original document, you can purchase a certified copy from our office.
2. Our Microfilm department films and optically scans your document.
3. Our data entry department will key the pertinent information to create an index so that you may locate this document in the future.
4. Your original document will be returned to the address typed on the document.
5. If the original document is ever lost or misplaced, a certified copy may be obtained from our office.

18. How do I get a copy of a birth or death certificate?

These records can be found with the Bureau of Health Statistics, Office of Vital Records at http://www.azdhs.gov/vitalrcd/index.htm or call:

Arizona Department of Health Services:
150 North 18th Avenue
Phoenix, Arizona 85007
General and Public Information: (602) 542-1000


19. How do I get a copy of a marriage license/divorce decree?
These records can be found with the Clerk of the Superior Court. You can visit their website at: http://clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov/default.asp or call them at: 602-506-3730

20. How do I obtain a passport?
Please contact the Clerk of the Superior Court. You can visit their website at: http://clerkofcourt.maricopa.gov/default.asp or call them at: 602-506-7400
Elections
1. Who can register?
A citizen of the United States.
A resident of Arizona.
A convicted felon whose rights have been restored.
A person who is 18 years or older before the next general election.

2. When is one registered?
When registration form is completed and mailed to the Elections Department on or before 29 days before an Election. Retain the copy of the Registration form receipt.

3. How does one register?
By completing a voter registration form and answering all of the questions.
By signing and dating the registration form.
By placing a stamp on the self-mailing registration form.
By completing the registration form at a County Elections office.

4. Why does one register?
Because the voter has moved from one residence to another.
Because of a name change.
Because the voter wishes to change political parties.

5. Where can one get a registration form?
From this website by clicking here.
From any Elections office in Maricopa County.
City or Town Clerk's office.
Libraries throughout Maricopa County.
Some banks.
Some grocery stores.
United States Post Offices.

6. How does one know where to vote?
The polling place is always on the address label of the sample ballot which is mailed 11 days before an election.

7. What hours are the polls open?
On election day all polls open at 6:00 AM and close at 7:00 PM.

8. I'm a registered Independent.  Can I vote in the Primary Election?
Yes! Arizona is now an open primary state. Independents may vote for candidates of recognized parties in the Primary Election.

9. I lost my voter I.D. card.  How can I get a new one?
By visiting a County Elections office, or
By calling a County Elections office and a new I.D. card will be mailed to you in 2 - 4 weeks.

10.My voter registration says my party is PND.  What is that?
PND means "party not designated". That means when you registered to vote, you didn't list a party choice, so it was marked as PND.

11.How do I find out about redistricting?
Click on the following link Independent Redistricting Commision

If your question has not been answered then you can call the Star Center at (602) 506-3535.

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