Nogales is in Santa Cruz County.

Probate in Santa Cruz County

Probate Court Record

Santa Cruz County Superior Court

Santa Cruz County

Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 AM-5:00 PM

Office

2160 North Congress Drive, Suite 2200, Nogales, AZ 85621

E-filing

Filing in person

Walk-ins accepted

Self-represented filing

Allowed

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Verified October 15, 2026 · Source

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