Cedar City Criminal Court Records
Cedar City criminal court records are processed through the Fifth Judicial District of Utah in Iron County. Cedar City is the largest city in Iron County, home to Southern Utah University and roughly 35,000 residents. Both the Iron County Justice Court and the Fifth District Court handle cases filed within Cedar City, depending on the charge. This page explains where Cedar City criminal court records are kept, how to search them online, and what local resources are available for records, arrest reports, and expungement.
Cedar City Quick Facts
Where to Find Cedar City Criminal Court Records
Cedar City falls within the Fifth Judicial District of Utah. The Fifth District Court in Cedar City handles felony charges, Class A misdemeanors, civil cases over $11,000, domestic relations matters, and probate cases. The courthouse is located at 40 North 100 East, Cedar City, UT 84720. The court can be reached at (435) 867-3250. Hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This is a court of record, meaning verbatim transcripts of proceedings are maintained and formal appeals go to the Utah Court of Appeals or Supreme Court.
Lower-level criminal matters, including Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and small claims cases up to $11,000, are handled by the Iron County Justice Court at its Cedar City location. That court is located at 82 North 100 East, Suite 101, Cedar City, UT 84720. The phone number is (435) 865-5335. Public access terminals at the courthouse allow anyone to look up basic case information at no cost.
| Court | Fifth District Court (Cedar City) |
|---|---|
| Address | 40 North 100 East, Cedar City, UT 84720 |
| Phone | (435) 867-3250 |
| Justice Court | 82 North 100 East, Suite 101, Cedar City, UT 84720 |
| Justice Court Phone | (435) 865-5335 |
| Website | utcourts.gov/courts |
How to Search Cedar City Criminal Court Records
The Utah Courts XChange system is the main tool for searching Cedar City criminal court records online. XChange provides access to case summaries, party names, filing dates, charge details, and scheduled hearings across Utah district courts and justice courts. You can reach it at utcourts.gov/xchange. A subscription unlocks full document access, but basic searches are available to the public at no cost.
Parties named in active Cedar City cases can use MyCase to track their own cases, view filed documents, and see upcoming hearing dates without any subscription fee. MyCase is available online at all hours. It does not allow access to another person's case files.
In-person searches are also available at the Fifth District Court Clerk office in Cedar City. Bring a valid photo ID and the name or case number you need. Staff can pull files and provide plain copies or certified copies. Call ahead at (435) 867-3250 to confirm what you need to bring and what fees apply.
Note: Public access terminals are available at the Cedar City courthouse and allow free inspection of case records without subscribing to XChange.
Iron County Justice Court Records in Cedar City
The Iron County Justice Court in Cedar City handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic citations, municipal ordinance violations, and small claims cases up to $11,000. The court email is jcironcounty@utcourts.gov and the fax is (435) 865-5349. As a court not of record, appeals from this court go to the Fifth District Court and are heard as a trial de novo. The case starts fresh with no weight given to the original ruling.
The Iron County Justice Court records request page at ironcountyut.gov provides information on how to request Cedar City court records from the justice court.
Court records from the Iron County Justice Court in Cedar City are accessible through the Utah Courts XChange system. Online payments for citations and court fines require your case number or citation number. Payments can be made through the court's online portal or in person at the courthouse during business hours.
Cedar City Police Records and Arrest Information
Cedar City criminal matters are handled by the Cedar City Police Department and, for broader county areas, by the Iron County Sheriff's Office. Police records in Cedar City are public under GRAMA and can be requested through either agency depending on where the incident occurred. Accident reports may require a specific request form and carry a $5 fee per report. Standard police reports include additional pages billed at $0.25 per page after the base cost. A valid photo ID is required for all in-person records requests.
The Cedar City official website at cedarcity.org connects you to city departments and local law enforcement resources.
The Iron County Sheriff's Office also handles records requests for events in unincorporated parts of Iron County. Their GRAMA records request form is available at ironsheriffut.gov/forms/record-request. Private and protected records are released only to the person listed as the subject of the record. Some records may be withheld if tied to an ongoing investigation. Response time is 10 business days per GRAMA requirements.
Remember that police arrest records show the date and nature of an arrest. They do not reflect court outcomes. For dispositions and case results, use XChange or visit the Fifth District Court Clerk.
GRAMA in Cedar City
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 gives the public the right to request government records from any Utah agency. This includes Cedar City criminal court records, police incident reports, and city administrative documents. GRAMA applies to Cedar City, Iron County, and all other government bodies operating within Utah.
Submit your GRAMA request to the agency that holds the records you want. Court records go through the District Court Clerk or the Justice Court. Police records go through the Cedar City Police Department or Iron County Sheriff's Office. City records go through the Cedar City Recorder's Office. Agencies typically respond within 10 business days. Media entities receive a 5-business-day response. Research and retrieval time up to 15 minutes is often provided at no charge.
Note: Juvenile records, sealed court orders, and records tied to open cases carry additional confidentiality protections and may be withheld in full or released only in redacted form.
BCI Criminal Records for Cedar City Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification keeps a statewide criminal history database that includes Cedar City criminal court records along with cases from every other Utah jurisdiction. A BCI report is the most thorough way to review a person's full Utah criminal history. You can reach BCI at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records or by phone at 801-965-4445.
As of July 2025, the fee for an individual criminal history report from BCI is $20. Reports cover felony and misdemeanor convictions, dismissed cases, and other court dispositions from all Utah courts. Cedar City residents can request a report by mail or in person at the BCI office. The report reflects the person's full Utah record, not just cases filed in Iron County or Cedar City.
Expungement of Cedar City Criminal Records
Utah's Clean Slate law provides for automatic expungement of certain qualifying criminal records without requiring a petition. Eligible records are cleared after a waiting period if there are no new convictions. Not every offense qualifies under the automatic process. Information on eligibility is available at cleanslateutah.org.
Cedar City residents who have records that do not qualify under Clean Slate can petition the court where the case was filed. The BCI must issue a certificate of eligibility before a petition can be filed. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements to review the full eligibility criteria and start the process. After expungement is granted, Cedar City criminal court records connected to that case are sealed and removed from public view. They no longer appear in XChange or on BCI reports available to the public.
The Utah DOC offender search at corrections.utah.gov is a separate resource for checking on individuals currently incarcerated or under state supervision.
Iron County Criminal Court Records
Cedar City is the county seat of Iron County and is served by the Fifth Judicial District. All district court criminal cases filed in Cedar City are part of the broader Iron County court system. For county-wide courthouse information and resources covering all cities in Iron County, visit the Iron County criminal court records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Cities near Cedar City in southern Utah may share the Fifth Judicial District. Select a city below to find its criminal court records resources.