South Salt Lake Criminal Court Records
South Salt Lake criminal court records are maintained by the Third District Court and the South Salt Lake Justice Court. South Salt Lake is an independent municipality directly south of Salt Lake City in Salt Lake County. It operates its own justice court separate from other surrounding cities. Whether you are searching for a felony case filed at the district court or a misdemeanor or traffic matter handled locally, Utah's public tools let you look up South Salt Lake criminal court records by name, case number, or filing date from any device.
South Salt Lake Quick Facts
Where to Find South Salt Lake Criminal Court Records
South Salt Lake is within the Third Judicial District. Felony cases connected to South Salt Lake are filed at the Third District Court, located at 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at (801) 238-7300. Serious criminal filings, jury trial records, and felony charges all go through this court regardless of whether the incident occurred in South Salt Lake or another city in the district.
South Salt Lake operates its own justice court as an independent city. The South Salt Lake Justice Court is located at 220 E Morris Avenue, South Salt Lake, UT 84115. This court handles Class B and C misdemeanors, infractions, traffic citations, small claims cases up to $11,000, and ordinance violations. It is separate from the county justice court used by some other Salt Lake County cities and has its own staff and procedures. Both the district court and the South Salt Lake Justice Court contribute to the overall pool of South Salt Lake criminal court records available to the public.
| District Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| District Court Address | 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114 |
| District Court Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| Justice Court Address | 220 E Morris Avenue, South Salt Lake, UT 84115 |
| Justice Court Website | sslc.gov/164/Justice-Court |
Note: Sealed records, juvenile case files, and records tied to active investigations are not accessible through public search tools regardless of which South Salt Lake court handled the case.
How to Search South Salt Lake Criminal Court Records
The Utah Courts XChange system is the main online tool for searching South Salt Lake criminal court records held at the district court level. XChange provides case summaries, charges, party names, filing dates, and hearing schedules across all Utah district courts including the Third District. Access it at utcourts.gov/xchange. A subscription is required for full document access, but basic name and case number searches are available to the public. Free public terminals at the courthouse provide access for walk-in users.
If you are a named party in a South Salt Lake case, MyCase allows you to view your own case documents, check balances, and review upcoming court dates at no charge. The South Salt Lake Justice Court also uses the MyCase system, which lets parties track cases, view documents, and make payments online. You will need your citation or case number to use the online payment system for South Salt Lake justice court cases.
In-person searches at the Third District Court Clerk are available during regular business hours. For South Salt Lake Justice Court records specifically, contact the court at 220 E Morris Avenue. The court cannot accept payments or records requests through any other South Salt Lake city department. All court transactions must go directly to the justice court.
South Salt Lake Justice Court
The South Salt Lake Justice Court at sslc.gov provides the court's contact details, case search links, payment options, and forms for South Salt Lake residents dealing with active court matters.
The South Salt Lake Justice Court handles the bulk of everyday South Salt Lake criminal court matters. Payments for South Salt Lake justice court cases are accepted online using the citation or case number. Phone payments are available for those who have difficulty with online options. Cash payments are accepted in person at the court or by money order or cashier's check mailed directly to the court. A payment drop box is available on the west side of South Salt Lake City Hall, but cash must not be placed in the drop box. Make checks readable and include your case number or date of birth when mailing payment.
The court also handles expungements. Remote hearings may be possible with prior approval from the court. Juror qualification can be completed online through the Utah State Courts website. Scheduling a hearing in South Salt Lake must be done in person or as directed by the court.
South Salt Lake Court Resources and Forms
The South Salt Lake Justice Court resources and forms page at sslc.gov provides downloadable forms, fee schedules, and procedural guides for handling South Salt Lake court matters.
The resources page is the starting point for most South Salt Lake residents navigating a pending court matter. It includes instructions for small claims filings, forms for expungement proceedings, and guidance for scheduling hearings. Court date searches for South Salt Lake cases can be run through the Utah State Courts website at utcourts.gov/courts. If you are unsure which form applies to your situation, contact the South Salt Lake Justice Court directly before submitting anything.
Note: Court payments in South Salt Lake cannot be processed by any other city department. All court transactions must go through the South Salt Lake Justice Court directly.
South Salt Lake Police Records and Arrest Information
The South Salt Lake Police Department maintains arrest records, incident reports, traffic accident reports, and other public safety records that are separate from court case files. These records are public records under GRAMA and can be requested through the department's records division. A valid photo ID is required for all in-person records requests. Response time is generally 10 business days for the general public. Fees vary by report type and the amount of staff time required to process the request.
Arrest records from the South Salt Lake Police Department show the date of arrest, the charges alleged at booking, and basic incident details. They do not reflect court dispositions, dismissed charges, or sentencing outcomes. For case outcomes, use the XChange system or contact the Third District Court Clerk or South Salt Lake Justice Court, depending on where the case was filed. Accident reports are subject to release restrictions in certain circumstances. Juvenile arrest records carry additional confidentiality protections and are not part of the general public record.
GRAMA in South Salt Lake
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 gives any person the right to request and review government records. GRAMA applies to the South Salt Lake Police Department, city offices, and the courts serving the city. No legal reason is required to submit a public records request.
To request South Salt Lake criminal court records or police records under GRAMA, direct the request to the agency holding the specific records. Court records go to the Third District Court Clerk or the South Salt Lake Justice Court at 220 E Morris Avenue. Police records go to the South Salt Lake Police Department records division. City administrative records go through the South Salt Lake City Recorder. Each agency must respond within 10 business days for the general public and 5 business days for media requesters. Some records may be withheld if they are sealed, classified as protected under statute, or part of an active investigation.
BCI Statewide Criminal Records for South Salt Lake
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains a statewide criminal history database covering all Utah criminal convictions and dispositions, including cases from South Salt Lake. BCI is the most complete single-source tool for anyone who needs a comprehensive Utah criminal history. Contact BCI at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records or by phone at 801-965-4445.
As of July 2025, BCI charges $20 for each individual criminal history report. Reports include felony and misdemeanor convictions, dismissed cases, and dispositions from all Utah jurisdictions. South Salt Lake residents can submit requests by mail or in person at the BCI office. The report covers the person's full Utah record, not just South Salt Lake cases.
Note: BCI reports are issued at the state level and cover all courts across Utah, making them more thorough than a single city or district court search alone.
Expungement of South Salt Lake Criminal Records
Utah's Clean Slate law allows qualifying criminal records to be automatically expunged without a petition. Eligible offenses are cleared after a waiting period if the person has not received new convictions during that time. Learn more at cleanslateutah.org. The South Salt Lake Justice Court also processes expungements for cases handled locally.
Records that do not qualify for automatic expungement require a manual petition. The BCI issues a certificate of eligibility first. The petition is then filed in the originating court: the Third District Court for felony South Salt Lake cases, or the South Salt Lake Justice Court for misdemeanor cases filed there. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements for eligibility requirements and step-by-step guidance. Once granted, expunged South Salt Lake criminal court records are sealed from public view and will not appear in XChange or BCI public reports.
Salt Lake County Criminal Court Records
South Salt Lake is part of Salt Lake County. All district court criminal cases from South Salt Lake run through the Third District Court system. For county-wide courthouse details, additional resources, and information covering all Salt Lake County cities, visit the Salt Lake County criminal court records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
South Salt Lake shares the Third Judicial District with its neighbors. Each nearby city has its own court contacts and local resources. Select a city to find its criminal court records information.