Pleasant Grove Criminal Court Records
Searching for criminal court records in Pleasant Grove starts with knowing which court handled the case. Pleasant Grove sits in Utah County and falls under the Fourth Judicial District. The justice court handles lower-level offenses, while the district court takes on felony cases. Whether you are checking a misdemeanor citation or a felony filing, public tools let you search Pleasant Grove criminal court records by name, case number, or hearing date without making a trip to the courthouse.
Pleasant Grove Quick Facts
Where to Find Pleasant Grove Criminal Court Records
Pleasant Grove is part of the Fourth Judicial District, which covers Utah County. Felony cases originating in Pleasant Grove are filed at the Utah County District Court. That court is located at 125 North 100 West in Provo and handles all serious criminal matters from the county, including charges filed by the Pleasant Grove Police Department. Court staff can pull records by name or case number during regular business hours.
Misdemeanor and traffic cases from Pleasant Grove are processed through the Pleasant Grove Justice Court. This local court handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, and infractions. It operates under city jurisdiction and maintains its own docket separate from the district court. Case information from both courts is searchable through the statewide Utah Courts XChange system.
| Court | Fourth Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| District Court Location | 125 North 100 West, Provo, UT 84601 |
| Justice Court | Pleasant Grove Justice Court |
| Justice Court Website | pgcityutah.gov/departments/court |
| State Courts Directory | utcourts.gov/courts |
Note: Juvenile records, sealed files, and cases tied to active investigations are not available through public court search tools.
How to Search Pleasant Grove Criminal Court Records
The primary online tool for searching Pleasant Grove criminal court records is Utah Courts XChange. XChange covers all district and justice courts in Utah, including those in Utah County. You can search by party name, case number, or filing date. Basic lookups are free. A paid subscription gives access to full case documents, docket entries, and hearing notes.
Parties named in a case can use MyCase at no charge to view their own filings, court dates, and balances. MyCase integrates with the Pleasant Grove Justice Court and shows real-time case activity. It is especially useful for defendants tracking upcoming hearings or checking fine balances without calling the court directly.
In-person lookups are available at the Fourth District Court clerk's office in Provo. Bring the full name of the individual or the case number to speed up the search. Staff can provide plain copies or certified copies. Certified copies carry a higher fee. Call the district court before visiting to confirm current copy fees and hours.
Pleasant Grove Justice Court Records
The Pleasant Grove Justice Court is a court not of record. It handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic citations, infractions, and small claims cases. Cases appealed from the justice court go to the Fourth District Court for a trial de novo, meaning the case is heard fresh rather than reviewed on record. Defendant rights information and the court schedule are both posted on the city website.
The Pleasant Grove Justice Court page at pgcityutah.gov provides access to the court schedule, online payment options, and Utah Courts information links.
Online payment is available for court fees and fines through the city's court portal. The court also provides links to the Utah expungement process and small claims information. Virtual meeting options may be available for certain hearings. Contact the court directly through the city website for scheduling and fee details specific to your case type.
Note: Appeals from the Pleasant Grove Justice Court are heard de novo at the Fourth District Court, meaning the full case is retried rather than simply reviewed.
Pleasant Grove Police Records and Arrest Information
The Pleasant Grove Police Department handles law enforcement for the city. Arrest records, incident reports, and booking records from the department are separate from court records. These are public records under GRAMA. Requests go through the police department's records unit, and standard response time runs 5 to 10 business days. A government-issued photo ID is required for in-person requests.
The Pleasant Grove open records request page at pgcityutah.gov outlines how to submit a GRAMA request to the city for police and city administrative records.
Records from the Pleasant Grove Police Department can include arrest reports, incident summaries, booking information, and traffic accident reports. Arrests made in Pleasant Grove that resulted in county jail booking are also documented through the Utah County Jail. Police records show what happened at the time of arrest. They do not include case outcomes or court dispositions. For those details, use XChange or contact the district court clerk.
Pleasant Grove Public Records Resources
Beyond city and court sources, third-party aggregators compile public record information that can help locate Pleasant Grove criminal court records quickly. These sites pull from court filings, law enforcement records, and other publicly available sources.
The Public Record Center's Pleasant Grove page provides a directory of local resources for finding criminal records, arrest data, and court information specific to the city.
Use these directories as a starting point. Always verify results through official government sources such as XChange, the district court clerk, or BCI for confirmed and complete information.
GRAMA Requests in Pleasant Grove
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act governs public access to records held by all government agencies in the state. The full law is at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. In Pleasant Grove, GRAMA applies to the police department, the justice court, and all city offices. Most requests receive a response within 10 business days. Media requests are handled within 5 business days.
To request records, identify which agency holds what you need. Court records go through the justice court or the district court clerk. Police records go through the Pleasant Grove Police Department records unit. Submit your request in writing with a clear description of the records sought, your name, mailing address, and daytime phone number. The first 15 minutes of staff search time is typically free. Additional research time may be billed at the rate of the lowest-paid qualified employee who can fill the request.
Note: Some records may be withheld or partially redacted if they are sealed, part of an ongoing investigation, or otherwise protected under GRAMA provisions.
BCI Statewide Criminal Records for Pleasant Grove Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains a statewide database of criminal histories that covers all Utah courts, including those in Utah County and Pleasant Grove. A BCI report gives the most complete picture of a person's Utah criminal record, pulling from all jurisdictions rather than just one city. The BCI can be reached at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records or by phone at 801-965-4445.
As of July 2025, BCI charges $20 per individual criminal history report. Reports include felonies, misdemeanors, dismissed cases, and other court outcomes from across Utah. Pleasant Grove residents can submit a request by mail or in person. The report reflects the person's complete Utah record, not only cases filed in Pleasant Grove or Utah County.
Expungement of Pleasant Grove Criminal Records
Utah's Clean Slate law provides for automatic expungement of certain qualifying criminal records once a waiting period passes and no new convictions occur. Not every offense qualifies. More serious charges require a manual petition filed through the court where the case was decided. Information on the automatic process is at cleanslateutah.org.
For records that do not qualify under Clean Slate, Pleasant Grove residents can petition for expungement through the Fourth District Court. The BCI issues a certificate of eligibility before a petition is filed. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements to review eligibility requirements and begin the process. Once expungement is granted, the records are sealed and removed from public searches including XChange and BCI reports.
Utah DOC Offender Search
Individuals currently incarcerated or under supervision by the Utah Department of Corrections can be looked up through the public offender search at corrections.utah.gov. This tool covers state prison inmates and those on probation or parole statewide. It is separate from Pleasant Grove criminal court records but can be useful when researching a person's current custody or supervision status.
Utah County Criminal Court Records
Pleasant Grove is one of many cities in Utah County. All felony cases filed in Pleasant Grove are part of the broader Fourth District Court system. For county-wide court resources, courthouse details, and additional information covering all Utah County cities, visit the Utah County criminal court records page.
Nearby Utah County Cities
Cities near Pleasant Grove share the Fourth Judicial District. Select a city below to find its criminal court records resources.