Syracuse Criminal Court Records
Syracuse criminal court records are part of the Second Judicial District of Utah, serving Davis County. Syracuse is a growing city near Antelope Island with a population of more than 35,000 residents. The Syracuse Justice Court handles misdemeanor and traffic cases within city limits, while felony cases go to the Second District Court. Whether you need to look up a court case, request an arrest record, or file a GRAMA request, this page provides the tools and contacts you need to access Syracuse criminal court records.
Syracuse Quick Facts
Where to Find Syracuse Criminal Court Records
Syracuse is part of the Second Judicial District of Utah. Felony charges and Class A misdemeanors filed in Syracuse are handled by the Davis County District Court. The Second District Courthouse in Farmington is the main court for the district and holds criminal case files for Syracuse residents. All felony criminal court filings, jury trial records, and serious criminal matters tied to Syracuse flow through the district court system.
The Syracuse Justice Court handles lower-level criminal cases that occur within Syracuse city limits. This includes Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic citations, infractions, and small claims cases. The court is located at 1979 West 1900 South, Syracuse, UT 84075. The main number is (801) 825-1477 option 3. General office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Justice court sessions are held on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. The court is a court not of record, and appeals proceed as trial de novo at the Second District Court.
| Court | Syracuse Justice Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 1979 West 1900 South, Syracuse, UT 84075 |
| Phone | (801) 825-1477 option 3 |
| Court Sessions | Wednesdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM |
| Fax | (801) 825-3001 |
| Website | utcourts.gov/courts |
Note: Sealed records, juvenile case files, and records connected to active investigations are not accessible through any public search tool regardless of which court handled the case.
How to Search Syracuse Criminal Court Records
The Utah Courts XChange system is the primary online tool for searching Syracuse criminal court records. XChange provides case summaries, party names, charge descriptions, filing dates, and hearing schedules across Utah district courts and many justice courts. Access XChange at utcourts.gov/xchange. A subscription is required for full document access. Basic case lookups by name or case number are available without a paid subscription.
If you are a party in a Syracuse case, you can use MyCase to view your own filed documents, case history, and upcoming hearing dates at no cost. MyCase is available online at any hour. It does not provide access to another person's court records. For public searches of someone else's case, XChange is the right tool.
The Syracuse Justice Court also accepts online payments for court fines when you have your case number or citation number. A $2.00 convenience fee is added to each online payment. Payment links are available on the city website at syracuseut.gov.
Syracuse Justice Court Criminal Records
The Syracuse Justice Court is staffed by Judge Catherine J. Hoskins. Court Clerk Supervisor Jody Howell can be reached at (801) 614-9638. Administrative Professional Jody Peeters is at (801) 614-9623. Court Clerk Pam Sessions handles clerk duties at (801) 614-9645. The court holds formal sessions every Wednesday morning. If you need to pay a fine, submit documents, or address a pending citation, contact the court office during regular business hours Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The Syracuse Justice Court page at the city's court portal provides case payment information and court resources for Syracuse criminal matters.
Syracuse Justice Court records are accessible through the Utah Courts XChange system. Hearing schedules and basic case data are posted publicly. If your case was filed in the Syracuse Justice Court and you want to appeal, you must file within 28 days of sentencing. The appeal will be heard at the Second District Court as a full new trial.
Syracuse Police Records and Arrest Information
Police records and arrest reports in Syracuse are maintained by the Syracuse Police Department and are available as public records under GRAMA. Requests for incident reports, arrest records, and traffic accident reports can be submitted in person or by mail. Response time is typically 10 business days for standard requests. A valid photo ID is required for in-person records requests. Some records may be classified as protected if they relate to an ongoing investigation.
For county-level law enforcement records in the surrounding area, the Davis County Sheriff's Office can assist with arrest records and inmate information for incidents that occurred outside Syracuse city limits. Court records showing case outcomes are separate from police arrest records and must be accessed through the court system, not the police department.
GRAMA in Syracuse
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 governs public access to government records in Utah, including Syracuse criminal court records, police reports, and city administrative documents. Every Utah government agency must follow GRAMA, including Syracuse City and the Davis County courts.
The Syracuse GRAMA portal at syracuseut.gov gives residents access to the city's records request process and explains what types of records are available and how to submit a request.
To request records in Syracuse, identify the agency that holds what you need. Court records go through the court clerk. Police records go through the Syracuse Police Department. City administrative records go through the City Recorder. Standard requests receive a response within 10 business days. Media requests receive a 5-business-day response. The first 15 minutes of staff search time is often provided at no charge, with additional research billed by the hour.
Note: Records that are sealed, protected by statute, or tied to active criminal investigations may be withheld or partially redacted even after a formal GRAMA request is submitted.
BCI Statewide Criminal Records for Syracuse Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains a statewide criminal history database covering all Utah jurisdictions, including Syracuse criminal court records. A BCI report is the most thorough source for a person's complete Utah criminal history because it pulls from all courts statewide. Contact BCI at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records or call 801-965-4445.
As of July 2025, BCI charges $20 per individual criminal history report. Reports include felony and misdemeanor convictions, dismissed cases, and court dispositions from all Utah courts. Syracuse residents can request a report by mail or in person at the BCI office. The report covers the person's full Utah record, not just cases filed in Davis County or Syracuse.
Expungement of Syracuse Criminal Court Records
Utah's Clean Slate law allows for automatic expungement of qualifying records without a petition, after a waiting period with no new convictions. Not every offense qualifies. More serious charges require a manual petition through the court where the case was originally filed. Learn more at cleanslateutah.org.
Syracuse residents with records that do not qualify under Clean Slate can petition for expungement through the court that handled their case. The BCI must first issue a certificate of eligibility. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements to review eligibility and start the process. Once granted, the Syracuse criminal court records related to that case are sealed and removed from public view. They no longer show in XChange or on BCI public reports.
The Utah DOC offender search at corrections.utah.gov is a separate tool for checking on individuals currently incarcerated or under supervision by the state.
Davis County Criminal Court Records
Syracuse is located in Davis County and falls under the Second Judicial District. District court criminal cases for Syracuse residents are part of the Davis County court system. For county-wide court information, courthouse details, and resources covering all cities in Davis County, visit the Davis County criminal court records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Cities near Syracuse share the Second Judicial District and Davis County courts. Select a city below to find its criminal court records resources.