Redaction
Individual safety is of the upmost importance to the work we do at the Maricopa County Recorder's Office. Part of our duty is to redact the names and identifying information of protected individuals in documents entered into the public record.
Who can apply and what is protected?
How to Apply
The process to request redaction of information begins with filling out a sworn affidavit.
The affidavit form can be obtained from the person’s commanding officer or designee within their agency, or online from the Arizona Courts here.
The affidavit contains information such as the party's full legal name, residential address, legal description, and parcel number. The party must indicate why their safety would be in danger. A copy of each document for redaction that includes the recording number, party's name, residential address and or legal description must be submitted with the sworn affidavit. The affidavit is then filed with the presiding judge in Maricopa County Superior Court. The office of the Presiding Judge Hon. Joseph C. Welty is located at Old Courthouse, 3rd floor 125 W. Washington St. Suite 309 Phoenix, AZ 85003.
The judge will rule on whether or not a court order should be issued to redact the information.
Arizona Courts Personal Information Redaction Self Service Forms
Arizona Secretary of State Address Confidentiality Program
This information is intended to provide a general overview regarding redactions. The Recorder’s Office cannot give legal advice and advises consulting with an attorney for further information.