Daggett County Criminal Court Records
Daggett County criminal court records are part of the Eighth Judicial District, which covers Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah counties in northeastern Utah. Daggett County is Utah's least populous county, with around 1,000 residents, and its county seat is Manila. Because of the county's small size, cases may be heard at regional court facilities rather than a dedicated local courthouse. You can search Daggett County criminal court records through the Utah Courts XChange system or submit GRAMA requests through the county's online portal for law enforcement and county records.
Daggett County Quick Facts
Eighth District Court Daggett County
Daggett County is served by the Eighth Judicial District Court. The district covers Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah counties. Because Daggett County has only about 1,000 residents, it does not maintain a dedicated district court building in Manila. Cases are typically heard at regional court facilities within the district. Criminal court records for Daggett County cases are maintained within the Eighth District system and are accessible through the Utah Courts XChange platform regardless of where hearings were held.
The Eighth District Court handles all felony criminal cases, Class A misdemeanor cases, civil matters over $11,000, domestic relations, and probate matters for Daggett County residents. All proceedings are recorded verbatim as this is a court of record. Written records, including charging documents, motion filings, hearing transcripts, plea agreements, and sentencing orders, are part of the official case file. The Utah State Courts website provides contact information for the Eighth District and its court clerk services.
The Daggett County Justice Court handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and small claims. Hours are limited in this small county, so call ahead before visiting. Justice Court cases are also viewable through XChange, though Justice Courts are not courts of record and appeals result in a new trial at the District Court level.
| Judicial District | Eighth District Court (Daggett, Duchesne, Uintah Counties) |
|---|---|
| County Seat | Manila, UT 84046 |
| Court Website | utcourts.gov |
| County Website | daggettcounty.org |
How to Search Daggett County Criminal Court Records
The Utah Courts XChange system is the primary online tool for finding Daggett County criminal court records. Subscriptions cost $30 per month or $240 per year. Registered users search by party name, case number, or date of filing. Results show case summaries, party information, full docket entries, hearing schedules, and document images at $0.10 per page. The database is updated daily and covers cases from the Eighth District, including Daggett County cases wherever they were heard within the district.
XChange does not display sealed records, expunged cases, or juvenile court records. For those, contact the Eighth District Court Clerk directly. Free public access terminals are available at district courthouses within the Eighth District. The MyCase portal gives parties in active cases free access to their case documents and upcoming hearing dates without a subscription.
Given Daggett County's small size, records are more limited in volume than larger urban counties. However, all public criminal court records follow the same access rules as any other Utah county. Per-name searches on XChange are also available for $5 each for occasional users who do not need a full subscription.
Note: Because Daggett County lacks a dedicated courthouse, confirm which court facility is handling a specific case before visiting in person.Daggett County Sheriff Arrest Records
The Daggett County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for the county and is located in Manila, UT 84046, at 590 South Sheriff's Way. The main phone number is (435) 784-3255. The jail line is (435) 784-3518. As one of the smallest county sheriff's offices in Utah, the Daggett County Sheriff handles law enforcement, jail operations, search and rescue, and community safety programs including welfare checks for elderly residents.
Arrest records maintained by the Daggett County Sheriff include the individual's name, date of birth, charges, booking date, bond information, and custody status. To request these records, submit a GRAMA request by email, mail, or in person at the Manila offices. Given the county's small staff, direct communication is encouraged for faster responses. The VineLink system provides free inmate custody lookups for individuals held at the Daggett County Jail.
Visit the Daggett County official website for contact information, office hours, and county services.
The Daggett County homepage provides links to county departments, contact information, and access to GRAMA request resources.
GRAMA requests at the Daggett County Sheriff's Office are processed within 10 business days under Utah law. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for requests involving private or protected records. Standard copy fees of $0.25 per page apply. Research time beyond the first free 15 minutes is billed at $20 per hour. Fee waivers are available for qualifying requestors, including media and individuals requesting their own records.
GRAMA Records Access in Daggett County
All government records in Daggett County are subject to the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act, found at Utah Code ยง 63G-2-201. Public records are open to inspection and copying by default. Private, controlled, or protected records require a showing of legal right. The law applies equally to the small county government offices in Manila as it does to larger counties throughout Utah.
Daggett County provides an online GRAMA request form for electronic submissions. Visit the Daggett County GRAMA page to access the fillable online form or download a PDF version for submission by email or mail.
Submit a GRAMA request through the Daggett County GRAMA portal.
The GRAMA request page offers both an online form and a downloadable PDF for submitting public records requests in Daggett County.
GRAMA requests must include your name, mailing address, phone number, and a specific description of the records you are seeking. The county's GRAMA officer serves as the single point of contact for all records requests. Standard response time is 10 business days. Expedited handling in five business days is available for media and public-benefit requests. All denials must be in writing and cite the specific statutory exemption. Appeals go to the County Commission or the Eighth District Court.
Note: Because Daggett County is very small, direct communication with county staff often speeds up the process for routine records requests.Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification compiles statewide criminal history records from courts, law enforcement, and corrections agencies across Utah, including Daggett County. For a full picture of a person's criminal history that may span multiple counties or jurisdictions, the BCI report is more comprehensive than records from a single county source. This is especially useful in a small county like Daggett, where residents may have records in neighboring counties within the Eighth District as well.
Individuals may request their own BCI criminal history for a $20 fee (effective July 1, 2025). In-person requests require a valid government-issued photo ID. The BCI office is at 4315 South 2700 West, Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call (801) 965-4445 with questions. The Utah Department of Corrections also maintains a free offender search for individuals with corrections records in the state system.
Expungement and Clean Slate in Daggett County
Criminal court records in Daggett County may qualify for expungement under Utah law. The Clean Slate Utah program, authorized by HB 431 and live since February 10, 2022, automates expungement for qualifying records without requiring a court petition. Eligible records include Class A misdemeanor drug possession convictions, most Class B and C misdemeanors, and infractions. Waiting periods apply: five years for Class C misdemeanors and infractions, six years for Class B misdemeanors, and seven years for Class A drug misdemeanors from the date of conviction or release.
Felony convictions and serious offenses not covered by Clean Slate require a petition-based expungement process. The BCI expungement page provides all necessary forms and explains eligibility. Daggett County residents file petitions with the Eighth District Court. Once expungement is granted, the record is removed from XChange and BCI public searches. If you have questions about whether a Daggett County case qualifies, contact the BCI at (801) 965-4445 or reach out to the Eighth District Court for guidance.
Given the county's small population, many Daggett County residents dealing with expungement matters find that working directly with state-level resources like the BCI and Clean Slate Utah is the most practical approach. Local staffing is limited, but state resources are equally available to all Utah counties regardless of size.
Communities in Daggett County
Daggett County is the least populous county in Utah. Manila is the county seat and the main community in the county, situated near Flaming Gorge Reservoir in the Uinta Mountains region. Other small settlements include Dutch John, a community established to support the Flaming Gorge Dam. The county's rural character means criminal court records are relatively few in number compared to urban Utah counties, but all public case records follow the same access procedures as any other Utah jurisdiction. Residents can search criminal court records through XChange or contact the Eighth District Court and Daggett County offices directly.
Nearby Counties
Daggett County is located in the northeastern corner of Utah and shares borders with Uintah County to the south, Duchesne County to the west, and Summit County to the southwest. All three neighboring counties are also part of or near the Eighth Judicial District. If a case originated in a neighboring county, search that county's records separately through XChange or by contacting the relevant court clerk.