West Valley City Criminal Court Records
West Valley City criminal court records come from two primary sources: the Third District Court, which handles felony cases for all of Salt Lake County, and the West Valley City Justice Court, which processes misdemeanors, traffic citations, and infractions within the city. West Valley City is the second largest city in Utah, with about 140,000 residents just southwest of Salt Lake City. You can search West Valley City criminal court records online using the Utah Courts XChange system or visit the justice court directly for case information.
West Valley City Quick Facts
Where to Find West Valley City Criminal Court Records
West Valley City is part of the Third Judicial District of Utah, meaning that felony criminal cases are filed at the Salt Lake County District Court in Salt Lake City. The Scott M. Matheson Courthouse at 450 South State Street holds all district court criminal records for West Valley City, including felony charges, jury trial records, and sentencing orders. The courthouse is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and can be reached at (801) 238-7300.
For lower-level offenses, the West Valley City Justice Court is the right place to look. It sits at 3636 South Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, UT 84119. This court handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and small claims cases. West Valley City criminal court records at the justice court level include citations, misdemeanor case filings, and disposition records.
| Justice Court | West Valley City Justice Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 3636 South Constitution Boulevard, West Valley City, UT 84119 |
| Phone | 801-963-3590 |
| wvcjc@wvc-ut.gov | |
| Hours | Monday-Thursday 8 AM - 6 PM; Friday by phone 9 AM - 5 PM |
| Website | wvc-ut.gov/317/Justice-Court |
Note: West Valley City Justice Court no longer faxes or emails records that are available through the XChange portal. Request certified copies directly from the court using the records request form, and allow one to three business days for processing.
How to Search West Valley City Criminal Court Records
The primary online tool for searching West Valley City criminal court records is the Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov/xchange. XChange covers case filings from both the district court and the justice court, letting you look up party names, charge descriptions, filing dates, and hearing schedules. A subscription provides full access, though basic name searches are available to the public.
If you are a named party in a West Valley City criminal case, the MyCase portal lets you view your own case documents, fine balances, and hearing dates at no cost. MyCase does not give general public access to records belonging to others. For those cases, XChange is the correct tool.
Certified copies of West Valley City criminal court records from the justice court require a written records request. Submit a request form to the court and allow one to three business days. Non-certified records that appear in XChange are not re-sent by fax or email. In-person visits to the District Court Clerk at the Matheson Courthouse can produce same-day certified copies for district court cases.
West Valley City Justice Court Criminal Cases
The West Valley City Justice Court processes Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, infractions, and small claims cases. It is a full-service court with online payment options, a MyCase portal, and a Deferred Prosecution program for qualifying traffic violations. Deferred Prosecution applications must be submitted within 21 days of receiving a citation. Payment on all citations is generally due within 14 days of entry.
The West Valley City Justice Court page at wvc-ut.gov provides court forms, payment options, and case information resources.
The court accepts payments online, by phone, and in person. Starting April 1, 2026, in-person credit card transactions carry a 3% non-refundable service fee. Small claims cases at the West Valley City Justice Court follow Utah State Court Online Dispute Resolution procedures. For small claims questions, the court has a separate email at wvcjcsmallclaims@wvc-ut.gov.
West Valley City Police Records and Arrest Information
The West Valley City Police Department Records Division is located at 3577 South Market Street, West Valley City, UT 84119. The division is open Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It can be reached at 801-963-3388. The Records Division gathers, processes, and distributes all police records for West Valley City, including arrest reports, incident reports, and traffic accident reports.
The WVC Records Division page at wvc-ut.gov explains the records request process and the types of records available.
Records requests in West Valley City are governed by GRAMA under Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. Requests must include the date of the incident, a description of the record needed, and a case number if available. Records are classified as public, private, controlled, or protected. Fees are assessed for staff time beyond the free 15 minutes, copies at $0.25 per page, and any certification required. The City Recorder's Office also handles certain records request inquiries.
Note: Records related to active or open investigations may be withheld or partially released pending case resolution.
Requesting West Valley City Police Records Online
West Valley City offers an online records portal for GRAMA submissions. This is the most efficient way to request West Valley City criminal court records and police records without visiting in person. You can submit requests, track their status, and receive records electronically through the portal.
The WVC online police records request form at wvc-ut.gov walks through each step of the submission process.
After submitting, the standard response time is 10 business days for the general public and 5 business days for media. If your request is denied or partially fulfilled, you have the right to appeal under GRAMA. The appeal goes to the West Valley City Chief Administrative Officer first, then to the State Records Committee if still unresolved.
GRAMA in West Valley City
The Government Records Access and Management Act at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 governs public access to government records in West Valley City. Under GRAMA, criminal court records and police records held by West Valley City agencies are presumed public unless the law specifically classifies them otherwise. Anyone can submit a GRAMA request for records from the police department, the city recorder, or other city offices.
When submitting a GRAMA request in West Valley City, be specific about what records you need. Include the type of record, date range, and any case or reference numbers you have. The city must respond within 10 business days. If more time is needed, the city must notify you and explain why. Research time beyond the first free 15 minutes is billed per the statutory rate. Copies are $0.25 per page for black and white.
BCI Statewide Records for West Valley City Residents
Utah residents in West Valley City who need a complete statewide criminal history report can request one from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. The BCI at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records maintains records covering all Utah courts, including all West Valley City criminal court records filed in either the district court or the justice court. The BCI can be reached at 801-965-4445. As of July 2025, the fee for an individual criminal history report is $20.
BCI reports are more comprehensive than a single court search. They pull from all Utah jurisdictions and include felonies, misdemeanors, dismissed cases, and records of cases that did not result in conviction. These are often used when a thorough review of a person's Utah criminal history is needed.
Expungement of West Valley City Criminal Records
Utah's Clean Slate law created automatic expungement for qualifying criminal records. If an individual meets the eligibility criteria, their West Valley City criminal court records may be sealed automatically after the required waiting period without filing a petition. Learn more about the program at cleanslateutah.org.
For records not covered by Clean Slate, the standard petition process applies. West Valley City residents must obtain a certificate of eligibility from the BCI at bci.utah.gov/expungements before filing a petition with the court where the case was heard. Once expungement is granted, the case is removed from public record and will no longer appear in XChange searches or on BCI reports.
Salt Lake County Criminal Court Records
West Valley City is located in Salt Lake County. Felony criminal cases from West Valley City are part of the Third District Court system that covers all of Salt Lake County. For county-wide court information, a full list of courthouse locations, and additional criminal records resources, visit the Salt Lake County criminal court records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Neighboring cities in the Salt Lake Valley share the Third District Court but each have their own justice courts. Find criminal court records resources for cities near West Valley City below.