Sandy Criminal Court Records Lookup
Sandy criminal court records are handled by the Third District Court and the Sandy City Justice Court in Salt Lake County. Located just south of Salt Lake City, Sandy is one of the larger cities in the county with a population near 100,000. Court case filings, arrest records, criminal case histories, and court dockets from Sandy are public records that can be searched online or in person through multiple state and city resources.
Sandy Quick Facts
Where to Find Sandy Criminal Court Records
Sandy falls within the Third Judicial District, which covers Salt Lake County. Felony charges filed in Sandy are handled at the Salt Lake County District Court, located at 450 South State Street in Salt Lake City. The Third District Court processes all serious criminal cases including first, second, and third degree felonies as well as Class A misdemeanors tied to felony charges. The clerk's office can be reached at (801) 238-7300.
Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, infractions, and small claims cases up to $20,000 filed in Sandy go through the Sandy City Justice Court. The justice court is located at 210 West Sego Lily Drive, Sandy, UT 84070, and can be reached at (801) 568-7160. Together, both courts produce the Sandy criminal court records that are available to the public.
| Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| Justice Court | Sandy City Justice Court, 210 West Sego Lily Drive, Sandy, UT 84070 |
| Phone | (801) 568-7160 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov/courts |
Note: Juvenile records, sealed case files, and records from active investigations are not available through public search tools regardless of which court handled the case.
How to Search Sandy Criminal Court Records Online
The Utah Courts XChange system is the main tool for searching Sandy criminal court records from a computer or mobile device. XChange gives access to case summaries, party names, filing dates, charge descriptions, and upcoming hearing schedules for cases filed across Utah district and justice courts. You can reach it at utcourts.gov/xchange. A subscription costs $30 per month or $240 per year, which covers unlimited searches statewide. Free public access terminals are available at the Salt Lake County courthouse.
Parties named in Sandy cases can use MyCase to view case documents, scheduled hearings, and account balances at no charge. MyCase access is limited to parties directly involved in a case. Members of the public who are not named parties in a case use XChange for searching criminal case filings and court dockets.
In-person records searches are available at both the District Court Clerk's office in Salt Lake City and the Sandy City Justice Court. Searches can be done by name or case number. Certified copies cost more than standard paper copies.
Sandy City Justice Court Records
The Sandy City Justice Court handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, infractions, and small claims cases up to $20,000. The court operates as part of the Salt Lake County Justice Court system and follows standardized bail and fine schedules. Citations and minor charges resolved here contribute to the broader pool of Sandy criminal court records maintained at the city and county level.
The Sandy City Court Self-Help page at ut-sandycity.civicplus.com provides guidance on how to handle citations, small claims filings, and case lookups without an attorney.
Citation payments are accepted online, by mail, or in person at the court. The court follows the Uniform Bail Schedule guidelines for most traffic and minor criminal matters. Appeals from Sandy Justice Court decisions must be filed in the Third District Court within 28 days of the judgment. Filing an appeal triggers a new trial in district court rather than a review of the justice court record.
Note: Certain violations including DUI and reckless driving require a mandatory court appearance and cannot be resolved by paying a fine online or by mail.
Sandy Police Records and Criminal History
The Sandy City Police Department maintains arrest records, incident reports, and other law enforcement records that are separate from court case filings. These documents are public records under Utah's GRAMA law and can be requested through the Sandy Police Department records division. The department is located at 10000 South Centennial Parkway, Sandy, UT 84070.
Arrest records obtained from Sandy PD include the date of arrest, the charges alleged at the time of booking, and basic incident information. They are distinct from criminal court records and do not reflect court outcomes or dispositions. For final case results, search XChange or visit the Third District Court clerk.
GRAMA requests to the Sandy Police Department must receive a response within 10 business days for the general public. The first 15 minutes of staff time spent researching and retrieving records is provided at no charge. Time beyond that is billed at the rate set by the department. Fees for document copies vary based on format and the number of pages requested.
GRAMA and Public Access to Sandy Court Records
Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2, known as the Government Records Access and Management Act, gives the public the right to access government records including Sandy criminal court records and police reports. You can review the full text of the law at le.utah.gov/xcode/Title63G/Chapter2/63G-2.html. GRAMA applies to all government bodies in Utah, including Sandy City courts, the police department, and city administrative offices.
To make a GRAMA request for Sandy records, identify which agency holds what you need. Court records go to the Sandy Justice Court clerk or the Third District Court clerk. Police records go to Sandy City Police. City administrative documents go to the Sandy City Recorder. All agencies must respond within 10 business days for standard public requests and 5 business days for media requests.
If a request is denied, you have the right to appeal to the agency head first and then to the Utah State Records Committee. Records that are protected by law, sealed by a court order, or part of an active investigation may be withheld even when a formal GRAMA request is submitted.
BCI Criminal Records for Sandy Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification operates a statewide criminal history database covering all court cases filed across Utah, including Sandy criminal court records from the Third District. The BCI is the most comprehensive source for a person's full Utah criminal history. Contact the BCI at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records or call 801-965-4445, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Since July 1, 2025, the BCI charges a $20 fee per individual criminal history report. Reports cover felony and misdemeanor convictions, dismissed cases, and court dispositions across all Utah counties and cities. Sandy residents can request a report by mail or in person at the BCI office. The report reflects the person's entire Utah record, not just cases from Sandy or Salt Lake County.
The Utah Department of Corrections also provides a free public offender search at corrections.utah.gov for individuals who are currently incarcerated or under state supervision.
Expungement of Sandy Criminal Court Records
Utah's Clean Slate law, passed as HB 431 and active since February 2022, allows certain qualifying criminal records to be expunged automatically without a petition. Eligible offenses are cleared after a set waiting period, provided the person has no new convictions. Not every record qualifies. More serious charges and certain offense types require a manual petition filed through the court.
Sandy residents whose records do not qualify under Clean Slate can petition for expungement through the Third District Court. The BCI must issue a certificate of eligibility before a petition can be filed with the court. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements for eligibility requirements and process details. Full information about the automatic program is at cleanslateutah.org.
Once expungement is granted, the Sandy criminal court records associated with that case are sealed and removed from public access. They will no longer appear in XChange searches and will not be included in BCI reports released to the public.
Salt Lake County Criminal Court Records
Sandy is located in Salt Lake County. All Third District Court criminal cases filed in Sandy are part of the broader Salt Lake County court system. For county-wide courthouse details and resources covering all cities in the county, visit the Salt Lake County criminal court records page.
Nearby Cities with Court Records
Cities near Sandy fall under the same Third District Court system. Select a city to find criminal court records resources specific to that location.