Murray Criminal Court Records
Murray criminal court records are split between the Third District Court for felony cases and the Murray City Justice Court for misdemeanor and traffic matters. Murray is an independent city in the heart of the Salt Lake Valley, with its own justice court serving roughly 50,000 residents. If you need to search Murray criminal court records by name, case number, or filing date, official tools and in-person options exist for both court systems. This guide covers every available source to help you find what you need quickly and accurately.
Murray Quick Facts
Where to Find Murray Criminal Court Records
Murray is part of Salt Lake County and sits within the Third Judicial District. Felony cases originating in Murray are handled at the Third District Court, with the main courthouse at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse, 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114. The court can be reached at (801) 238-7300 and is open Monday through Friday. Felony charges, criminal filings, and jury trial records from Murray cases all live in the district court system. These are the most serious Murray criminal court records in terms of offense severity and legal consequence.
Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and small claims cases up to $20,000 that occur within Murray city limits are handled by the Murray City Justice Court at 688 East Vine Street, Murray, UT 84107. The court's phone number is (801) 284-4280. Both courts are part of the statewide Utah Courts system, meaning their records can be accessed through the same online tools.
| Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114 |
| Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| Justice Court | 688 East Vine Street, Murray, UT 84107 |
| Justice Court Phone | (801) 284-4280 |
| Website | utcourts.gov/courts |
Note: Sealed cases, juvenile records, and matters under active investigation are not accessible through public searches regardless of which Murray court holds them.
How to Search Murray Criminal Court Records
The Utah Courts XChange system is the primary tool for searching Murray criminal court records online. XChange covers all Utah district and justice courts, including the Third District Court and the Murray City Justice Court. You can search by party name, case number, citation number, or attorney name. The system provides case summaries, charge descriptions, filing dates, and hearing information. Access it at utcourts.gov/xchange. A monthly or annual subscription is required for full access to case documents.
Murray residents who are parties to a case can use the free MyCase portal to view their own filings, check payment balances, see court dates, and access documents without any cost. MyCase works for both the district court and the Murray Justice Court. For members of the public who are not named in a case, XChange or a clerk's office visit is the path to records.
In-person searches at the Third District Court Clerk in Salt Lake City are available during regular business hours. Staff can locate Murray criminal court records by name or case number and make copies. Certified copies carry a higher fee than uncertified ones. Call (801) 238-7300 before visiting to confirm what identification and fees apply to your request type.
Murray City Justice Court Records
The Murray City Justice Court operates independently and serves Murray residents with jurisdiction over Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims up to $20,000. The court is at 688 East Vine Street, Murray, UT 84107, and is reachable at (801) 284-4280. The court follows standardized procedures per Utah Court Rules. Most Murray citations can be resolved by paying online through the Utah State Courts payment system, by mail, or in person at the courthouse.
The Murray City Justice Court page at murray.utah.gov provides payment links, court schedules, and contact information for the clerk's office.
Online case lookup and payment are available through the MyCase portal and XChange. The court follows the Utah Uniform Bail Schedule for standard citation amounts. For cases where mandatory appearance is required under the bail schedule, you must appear before the judge and cannot resolve the matter simply by paying online. Murray Justice Court misdemeanor convictions can be appealed to the Third District Court within 28 days for a trial de novo.
Murray is an independent city with its own justice court, which distinguishes it from smaller Utah cities that route cases through a county-level justice court. This means the Murray court clerk maintains its own local docket, which is searchable through XChange and MyCase alongside the district court records.
Note: Traffic school and deferred prosecution are available for qualifying Murray traffic violations and can prevent points from being added to your driving record if all program conditions are met.
Murray Police Records and Arrest Information
Murray City maintains its own police department. Arrest records, incident reports, and other law enforcement documents generated by the Murray Police are separate from court case records. These records are public under GRAMA. Murray City's main phone for police matters is available through the city's main line. The Murray City Clerk and Recorder is located at 5025 South State Street, Murray, UT 84107, and can be reached at (801) 264-2660.
The Murray City homepage at murray.utah.gov connects you to all city departments including police, the justice court, and the city recorder.
GRAMA requests for Murray police records should be submitted in writing. Include a specific description of the record, your name, and your contact information. The city has up to 10 business days to respond to standard public requests. Media requests receive a 5-business-day response. Copy fees and hourly staff time charges apply per the state GRAMA fee schedule. The first 15 minutes of staff research time is typically free. After that, an hourly rate not to exceed the salary of the lowest-paid employee with the required skills may be charged.
Murray City public records information is also compiled through a third-party public records directory. While the Murray City public records center at publicrecordcenter.com can help orient your search, official requests should always go directly to the city agency that holds the record.
Arrest records from Murray PD show the date of arrest, the charges at booking, and basic incident information. They do not include court outcomes or dispositions. For case results, use XChange or visit the Third District Court Clerk in Salt Lake City.
GRAMA in Murray
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act, found at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2, applies to all Murray government agencies including the police department, the justice court, and Murray City offices. GRAMA gives any person the right to inspect or copy public records, including Murray criminal court records, police reports, and city administrative documents.
To request records, first identify which agency holds them. Court records for misdemeanor cases go through the Murray Justice Court at 688 East Vine Street. District court records go through the Third District Court Clerk at 450 South State Street in Salt Lake City. City administrative records such as council minutes, resolutions, and ordinances go through the Murray City Clerk at 5025 South State Street. Each agency must respond within 10 business days for standard requests. Denied requests may be appealed through the agency's designated appeals officer. The State Records Committee hears final appeals for GRAMA disputes.
BCI Statewide Criminal Records for Murray Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains the statewide criminal history database that covers all Utah courts, including Murray criminal court records from both the justice court and the Third District Court. The BCI is the most thorough source for a complete Utah criminal history. You can reach the BCI at 801-965-4445 or at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records. The BCI is located at 3888 West 5400 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84129.
As of July 2025, BCI criminal history reports cost $20. Murray residents can request a report by mail or in person at the BCI office. The report covers felony and misdemeanor convictions, dismissed charges, and all court dispositions from across Utah, not just Murray. Third-party release forms let you authorize another person to receive your report. For individuals currently under supervision by the Utah Department of Corrections, the offender search tool at corrections.utah.gov is a useful companion resource.
Expungement of Murray Criminal Records
Utah's Clean Slate law provides automatic expungement of qualifying low-level convictions after a waiting period. Class B misdemeanors become eligible after 6 years without new convictions. Class C misdemeanors and infractions clear after 5 years. Acquittals are eligible after 60 days and dismissals with prejudice after 180 days. These records are cleared automatically without requiring a court petition. Full program details are at cleanslateutah.org.
Murray criminal records that do not qualify for automatic expungement can be cleared through a petition filed at the court where the case was originally decided. The BCI must first issue a certificate of eligibility. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements to check eligibility and learn the petition steps. Once expungement is granted, the relevant Murray criminal court records are sealed and removed from public access, including XChange searches and BCI reports.
Note: DUI convictions, domestic violence cases, registrable sex offenses, and weapons charges are excluded from the automatic Clean Slate expungement process under Utah law.
Salt Lake County Criminal Court Records
Murray is part of Salt Lake County. All Third District Court felony cases filed in Murray are part of the broader Salt Lake County court system. For county-wide courthouse details, filing resources, and information covering all cities in Salt Lake County, visit the Salt Lake County criminal court records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Cities near Murray share the Third Judicial District and many Salt Lake County court resources. Select a city to find its criminal court records information.