Search Pinal County Genealogy

Pinal County genealogy research connects you to family roots in central Arizona. The county seat of Florence houses the Recorder and Clerk of Superior Court offices where vital records and court documents reside. Marriage licenses in Pinal County date back to 1875, making this one of the best Arizona counties for historical family research. The county sits between Phoenix and Tucson, covering growing communities like Casa Grande and San Tan Valley. Genealogy records here include birth certificates, death records, marriage licenses, divorce decrees, probate files, and property deeds that help trace your Arizona ancestors.

Pinal County Recorder Office

The Pinal County Recorder sits at 31 N Pinal Street, Building E in Florence. You can reach the office by phone at 520-509-3555 or toll-free at 888-431-1311. The Recorder maintains property records, land deeds, liens, and other documents that prove ownership and transfers over time. These records help genealogy researchers trace where ancestors lived and what property they owned.

Pinal County offers an online document search system called Acclaim Web. Visit acclaim.pinalcountyaz.gov to search recorded documents from your home computer. This saves trips to Florence if you live elsewhere. The online system lets you search by grantor name, grantee name, document type, or recording date. You can view document images online and order copies for your genealogy files. The Pinal County Recorder website explains fees and procedures.

The Pinal County Recorder page above shows how to access recorded documents and property records for genealogy research.

Pinal County Court Records

The Clerk of Superior Court in Pinal County handles marriage licenses, divorce records, probate files, and civil court cases. The office is located at 971 North Jason Lopez Circle, Building A in Florence. Call 520-509-3555 for assistance with your record request. The Pinal County Court Records page explains how to obtain copies of historical documents.

Pinal County holds marriage licenses dating back to 1875. This makes the county excellent for genealogy research on early Arizona settlers. The certification fee is $35 per document. If staff must search for records without specific case information, they charge a research fee of $35 per year searched. Provide as much detail as possible to minimize research time and costs.

This page shows the process for requesting copies of Pinal County court records including marriage and divorce documents for genealogy purposes.

Marriage records under ARS 25-121 contain both parties' full names, ages, residential addresses, and sometimes parents' names. These details help you build family trees and connect generations. Divorce records similarly list spouses, children, and property, offering more clues for your research.

Pinal County Vital Records Access

Arizona handles vital records at the state level rather than through county offices. The Arizona Department of Health Services in Phoenix maintains birth and death certificates. You can reach them at (602) 364-1300 or toll-free at (888) 816-5907. Their office is at 150 North 18th Avenue in Phoenix.

The state has birth records from July 1909 and delayed records going back to 1855. Death records date to 1877. Arizona is a closed record state under ARS 36-302. Only eligible persons can get certified copies. These include the person named on the record, parents, spouses, grandparents, adult children, and legal guardians. For genealogy purposes, family members can request non-certified copies for $5 if they prove their relationship.

Historical records open for public access after set time periods. Birth records become public 75 years after the birth date. Death records open 50 years after the death date. You can search and view these older Pinal County vital records free at genealogy.az.gov. The site shows actual images of certificates, not just index information.

Note: The state bureau no longer offers same-day walk-in service, so plan ahead for vital record requests.

Genealogy Research Resources

The Arizona eAccess court system provides online access to Pinal County court records. Visit eaccess.azcourts.gov to search case information around the clock. The system covers civil cases, probate matters, and family court records. You can often find marriage and divorce information without visiting Florence in person.

The Arizona State Library, Archives and Public Records holds additional Pinal County materials. Their genealogy guide explains available collections including court records, naturalization papers, and historical documents. Arizona residents enjoy free Ancestry access to digitized state archives. FamilySearch Centers throughout Arizona offer free access to major genealogy databases.

The Arizona Historical Society maintains research libraries with manuscripts, photographs, and oral histories. Their Tempe location covers central Arizona history including Pinal County. Cemetery records on Find A Grave help verify death dates and find where Pinal County ancestors are buried.

Florence and Pinal County Genealogy

Florence is one of the oldest towns in Arizona. Records here predate statehood by decades. If your ancestors settled in central Arizona during territorial days, Pinal County likely holds documents about them. The courthouse in Florence has survived since the late 1800s, keeping records intact through Arizona's early years.

Mining brought many families to Pinal County in the 1800s. Agricultural development followed. The Casa Grande area grew as irrigation projects made farming possible. More recently, San Tan Valley and other communities have expanded rapidly. Genealogy records trace these waves of settlement and help you understand why your ancestors came to this part of Arizona.

Cities in Pinal County

Pinal County includes Casa Grande, San Tan Valley, and numerous smaller communities. Residents access genealogy records through the county offices in Florence rather than through city governments. Pick a city below to learn more about local resources.

Nearby Arizona Counties

Families moved between counties as opportunities arose. If you cannot find what you need in Pinal County, search these neighboring counties for your Arizona ancestors.