I came here for tent city! It sucked! They feed you moldy oranges, old bread and some weird…read moreblueberry jam that everyone was using to dye their hair. The people working here were pretty rude even considering it's a jail. Definitely try to get arrested in Mesa or Scottsdale because they have better jails with nicer people working there & better food. Try your best not to get arrested but if you must don't do it here

first time calls never go through even after putting in my card information. it hangs up and still…read morecharges me. there customer call service also dont help and hang up on you for no reason. my experience.. they don't take any responsibility for their services. Dont go to jail people. So we can shut these places down.

This is a place to call home. Food is terrific. I recommend it to anyone committing criminal…read moreactivity. No worries for anything you'll be well taken care. Of

The condiotion of the jail reminded me of what I learned concentration camps were like and what…read moreit's like for illegal aliens who cross the border and await getting picked up for where they will work and live. That's the best example in can give. What needs to improve?.....Everything. Staff retraining, medical staff screened, dietary review, program coordinating. The pod I was on was over 120 girls on bunk beds in one room. There where fruit flies all times of the day covering the toilets,vents,drains,and bunk beds. The issue or black mold exposure is real and putting women at risk for sure. Eight showers in one room, eight toilets in another, and that's where flash backs or Hitler documentaries and concentration camps flash before my eyes.. No curtains or doors,no privacy.You eat on your bunk,live on your bunk,during my week stay we never even were given the option of an hour of reck time for fresh air even once. There are no programs available besides GED except in your tablet which I couldn't take advantage of because I was never provided headphones even though I wrote multiple requests for them. Medical treatment is scary here, I watched many women become sickly during my stay, symptoms not taken seriously,illnesses being overlooked. The way the staff address the inmates is constantly demeaning and ignorant, in could go as far as say almost as inhumane as what were served every night for dinner.. That's the biggest difference I recognized between this jail and corp civic in Florence. I can't believe it was acceptable to staff to crack jokes on inmates for missing teeth,being overweight, or struggling from withdrawal. It's was just a big joke to the officers,everything was. You have to do chores to get a clean outfit...leaving withdrawing women without a blanket or sheet and in the same soiled clothes even after begging for help.You are fed twice a day,the same meal every day is served for both breakfast and dinner; I pray for the women who have been sitting in county for years. If most of the women in here either struggle with mental issues or addiction I don't see how sentencing someone to experience a situation like this can help them to improve their lifestyle or become a better functioning member of society.

Fresh off the streets. This is the place to be , officers are very friendly, and the customers are…read moregreat

If you're picking up property, bring a pen, in case they still haven't replaced the one they expect…read moreyou to use that doesn't work. Also, be sure to have the booking number for your person. When I was first introduced to the "systemic" processes involved in incarceration, Intake Transfer and Release (ITR) wasn't even a thing. I'm sure in some ways, it has streamlined aspects of booking and release. For example, if someone is processed, they'll likely be released through ITR. It's also evidently where you go to collect an inmate's property--if the "tank order" has been properly submitted. Although not the same place to pick up property for someone who is no longer in custody. That's a big if, especially given the ongoing staffing shortages. Delays are common, and miscommunication is rampant. Yes, public parking is located in the pickup lot, even for property retrieval. Security staff were kind and helpful, but the Detention Officers (DOs) assisting with property seemed understandably frustrated with the process. When I visited, they told me they hadn't received the tank order that had supposedly been submitted the previous week. I asked for clarification and got little more than a shrug. The MCSO website states the public must bring the tank order to property pickup--but according to staff, that's outdated information. Something felt off, so I went to the jail myself to retrieve the tank order. When I returned to ITR with it, a more informed DO finally explained what had happened. Here's the thing--not every inmate is a repeat offender who understands this complex, often contradictory system. My loved one is a first-time detainee with no knowledge of these procedures. In this case, confusion was made worse by the fact that he was immediately placed under a 72-hour watch and never informed that he could release cash in his possession to an outside party. There's a 24-hour window to do this--but if you're under watch and no one tells you, how would you know? According to a supervising DO, many staff members are new and still learning the process themselves. Unfortunately, this leads to inconsistent information being given to the public--often confidently, but incorrectly. In my experience, some DOs would rather pass on misinformation than admit they're unsure or ask someone more knowledgeable. This creates a troubling cycle: inaccurate information is passed down and repeated until someone takes the time to correct it--if ever. Bottom line: ITR is one of those places no one wants to be, but you might find yourself needing to go there anyway. If you do, be patient, double-check everything, and trust your gut when something feels off. You may have to advocate harder than seems reasonable--but you're not alone in that.

My son and I went in and spoke to Michael Barnett and Bradley Blair. It was the most wonderful…read moreexperience ever! We had a really engaging conversation and got a huge amount of information and are excited to start my son's journey with the army.

Worst part about this review is I waited two hours for a piece of paper. The story is my boyfriend…read morewrote a tank order four times at the end of this and I had to come back twice to pick up this paper. I was there at the facility on his third try getting it to me. They lost it. Then I had to wait for him to get another one that was finally given to me in basically minutes. The lady at the desk was not helpful I didn't have his T number but I had his DOB and she didn't think to look up his date of birth. But the fifth customer she helped later said date of birth and she went ahead and helped them that way. I cried. My boyfriend called me several times during this visit. If it wasn't for him and the prayer he said I would've been a very unpleasant person at the end of it. Thank you, Shawna.

Long waits, about an hour for only a half hour visit. More open and light in the visiting room than…read moreother Maricopa County jails. Actual contact visits, in person at a table rather than through a glass or screen. The waiting rooms are typically full, cramped and hot. There is free covered visitor parking in a parking garage across the street from the visiting center, which is nice. Vending machines and a machine to add money to inmates books are available.

Visited 12/26/2025…read more The Jail Tree in Wickenburg AZ. So Worth a visit. The Jail Tree https://share.google/Fz0n196FKvWbaQkQ5 Hi Guys just thought I'd share a short day trip yesterday to Wickenburg a little over an hour from Brenda Arizona. What a great little Historic Western Town. The jail tree was just one of the things to see in the Old Town part of Wickenburg. We were so impressed with the great old restaurants also. I'll post later where we had the Very Best Chicken Fried Steak Breakfast We both have ever had. For those that have never ventured up the 60 to Wickenburg you should treat yourself and enjoy a visit. Loretta and I are looking forward to our next visit.

When in Wickenburg, Arizona...you gotta see it…read more We were driving through and decided to check out the main area of the old town. There are murals and quite a few cafes & restaurants, shops, and museums to venture to. When I found this spot, there was a small parking lot right in front of the tree area. It is blocked off for traffic. It looks like a coffee vender has a food cart parked there. It was closed by the time we were there. There is parking close by. The tree looks like it's been there for a loooong time. It is interesting to see this man sitting on the ground, chained to the tree. There is a recording of the story and with a push of the button (it is working again) you can hear a tale. This stop has a Knotts Berry Farm feel to it. It's always fun to look for something new or unique. This stop is fun. It doesn't take long to check it out, & take a pic. When you take your next road trip and you find yourself in the area, Check it out!

Look, based on today's and yesterday's experience I have to give 4 stars on this. Minus a point out…read moreof principle BUT as someone who isn't in custody my interaction was reasonable and pleasant. I know how that statement may make some feel and trust I do have familiarity with what the process is like. However, both days the Detention Officer (DO) who assisted me was extremely helpful. She didn't have to be, but she was and it was noticed and appreciated. I had a few issues in obtaining the property of an inmate, it was the DO who helped that made the process a little smoother on my end. Again, of course, no one is happy in having to deal with these types of 'businesses' but it certainly helps alleviate some of the stress when those involved are helpful, as was my instance two days in a row. Thank you Lady, I was finally able to get the items. Sure hope to never be back again, ever.

I had the pleasure of visiting this establishment and I will say things could have been better…read more There was a lot of security which leads me to believe I was not in a great part of town. Most of the staff were rude and the rooms weren't to my standards. The mattresses were thin and worn out and forget about housekeeping, there was none. None of the rooms had a tv but there was one in the lobby. It must have been broken because it was stuck on Disney channel all the time. They served two continental meals and one hot meal per day, I've had better. Most of the other guests were friendly and had some interesting stories to tell. I do not think I will be visiting this resort again in the future.

Great restaurant very kind people didn't even have to drive myself! They picked me up and even had…read morea red and blue light show! Would give 10 stars if I could definitely recommend trying it out.

Honestly, as far as jails go, this one isn't too bad. Most of the correctional officers are pretty…read morekind and respectful, save a few. I will say that the food is awful due to the fact that it is all soy based which is terrible on the body and makes everyone fart so much that the entire place smells like one big rotten musty soy fart. But the staff is much more kind and empathetic than those at maricopa county.

This place has been on our lists for a awhile and we were so happy we finally went this weekend…read more The admission is very affordable and the front desk people were so sweet and helpful. The property itself is huge so be prepared for lots of walking. The main trail is paved, and there are other off road trails that are not. We brought our 2 young children and they handled both very well. It was very educational and the houses were kept in excellent condition. I would have liked to see more of the yellow house but I understand why it's closed off. The telephone exhibit was interesting and brought back memories of having land lines as a kid. We will definitely be back!

I highly recommend this property for both adults and children alike and every age in between. This…read moreis an authentic pioneer village in the magnificent Southwest. This is considered "winter time" and the enactment scenes were not on. "Winter time" is 27 - 33C! LOL. Come here! It's an educational experience with wide, open spaces and vistas to walk and explore.

I don't know much about the Town of Florence, but as an out-of-towner, I do know that it's…read morein-between the 2 major cities of Phoenix and Tucson. It's a secluded area that is definitely up and coming. New homes are popping up everywhere, and Florence has a bunch being built right now by numerous home builders. There isn't much out this way that I know of except a few restaurants, some gas stations and car washes. I hear the prisons in the area once used to be in full swing, but now they are supposedly closing down. Not 100% sure on that, but I'd imagine if they are doing it, they'll be building new homes on that land. There's so much flat land out here, it's really peaceful compared to the busier surrounding cities. You'll need to hit up the Queen Creek area which is a half hour north. That's a bustling area with shops and restaurants, and Costco with a gas station. I think it'll take a few years before this town gets to that level. They don't even have a Target or Walmart here! The closest Walmart I know of is in Coolidge about15-20 minutes away. I guess I'll see what the future has in store for Florence. Right now, it's a quiet area that many young families and professionals are settling into. You might want to check it out if you're interested in buying a home. There's so many popping up, and the newer neighborhoods look really nice!

I live in Florence, but not in the old town. I'm out in Anthem a few miles west of downtown. So…read morewhat's it like in Florence? Well the primary industry are the prisons. There are 11 jails and prisons in Florence, including the Arizona Department of Corrections in addition to multiple privately run prisons. So sightseeing isn't really a big draw here. There are a handful of restaurants, including a Sonic, Burger King, Taco Bell and McDonald's as well as a few non-chain Mexican and Chinese places. Old town Florence has been trying to revive and reimagine itself for the last few decades but nothing much has really taken hold. There is a bit of surrounding farmland, and Country Thunder lands here every February which is really the biggest attraction going in these parts. There are a few wineries and a Saint Anthony's Greek Orthodox monastery you can tour. It is really beautiful out here though, and the pace is slower than in Tucson or Phoenix, so there are a lot of retirees out here. Personally I like it, but I'm not much of a nightlife person. It's also a lot more affordable out here, but still close enough to Mesa or Queen Creek to get into the Big City if that's something you need to do.