Davis County Criminal Court Records
Davis County criminal court records are public documents held by the Second District Court in Farmington. Utah's second-most populous county covers cities like Layton, Bountiful, Kaysville, Clearfield, and Syracuse. Anyone can search Davis County criminal court records online or by visiting the courthouse in person. This guide explains where to find these records, how to request them, and what to expect from the process in Davis County.
Davis County Quick Facts
Second District Court in Davis County
The Second District Court handles criminal court records for Davis County. It is located at 800 West State Street in Farmington, UT 84025. The court is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can reach the clerk's office by calling (801) 447-3800. The Second District also covers Morgan and Weber counties, but each county's records are kept by its own court location.
The court has jurisdiction over felonies, Class A misdemeanors, civil cases over $11,000, domestic matters, and probate. All criminal proceedings are recorded verbatim, making Davis County criminal court records a reliable official source. Attorneys can e-file documents online, while the public can visit in person or use the XChange system to search cases remotely. The clerk's office also has self-help resources for those who represent themselves.
The Davis County government homepage provides contact information and links to county offices. For court-specific matters, the Utah courts directory lists all Second District locations and contact details.
Note: The Davis County Justice Court at the same address handles Class B and C misdemeanors, infractions, traffic cases, and small claims up to $11,000.
How to Search Davis County Criminal Court Records
The primary online tool for searching Davis County criminal court records is Utah Courts XChange. XChange is a subscription-based system that costs $30 per month or $240 per year. It gives you full access to case filings, dockets, charges, and dispositions in Davis County and across the state. Public access terminals are available free of charge at the Davis County courthouse in Farmington for those who do not want to subscribe.
You can also use MyCase to look up basic case information for free. MyCase is the public-facing portal for the Utah court system. It lets you search by name or case number for active and recent cases in Davis County. MyCase shows limited data compared to XChange but works well for checking whether a case exists or finding a court date. Neither system requires you to be a party to the case.
When you visit the courthouse in Farmington, the clerk's office can search by party name or case number. Staff can make copies of records from Davis County criminal cases. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201, most criminal court records are public. Bring a valid ID and be ready to pay per-page copy fees. Older records may require more time to locate. You can also submit a public records request by mail or email to the clerk's office.
Note: XChange is the fastest way to review full dockets and documents for Davis County criminal court records without making a trip to Farmington.
Davis County Sheriff and Arrest Records
The Davis County Sheriff's Office processes arrest records and incident reports for Davis County. The office is located at 800 West State Street in Farmington, UT 84025, the same building as the courthouse. You can call the main line at (801) 451-4100 or the jail directly at (801) 451-4200. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can also email records requests to records@co.davis.ut.us.
The Davis County Sheriff's Office accepts GRAMA requests for arrest records, incident reports, and booking information. Each arrest record in Davis County typically includes the person's name, booking date, charges filed, bond amount, and booking photo. Incident reports include the date, location, narrative, and witness information. The sheriff's office has 10 business days to respond to standard GRAMA requests and 5 business days for expedited requests. You can also search the online jail roster for current inmates in the Davis County detention facility.
The Davis County Sheriff's Office also maintains warrant information for the county. For statewide offender search results, visit the Utah Department of Corrections offender search, which is free and open to the public.
The Davis County Sheriff's Office provides GRAMA forms and arrest record requests through its official website at daviscountyutah.gov/sheriff.
GRAMA and Public Access in Davis County
The Davis County government homepage at daviscountyutah.gov links to public records resources, county offices, and GRAMA request forms for criminal court records and related documents.
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act, found at Utah Code § 63G-2, gives the public the right to inspect and copy government records in Davis County. This includes criminal court records, arrest logs, incident reports, and most documents held by county offices. You do not need to explain why you want the record or be a party to any case.
To request records from Davis County under GRAMA, contact the Records Manager at GRAMA@DavisCountyUtah.gov or call (801) 451-3277. You can also submit a GRAMA form in person at 61 South Main Street, Room 101, Farmington, UT 84025. Requests can be submitted by email, mail, fax, or in person. Copy fees are $0.25 per page for black and white copies. The first 15 minutes of research time are free, and additional time may be billed. Fee waivers are available for those who qualify, and you can appeal a denial to the Davis County Commission or the District Court.
Note: You must describe the records you want with reasonable clarity so staff can locate them in the Davis County system within a reasonable time.
BCI Criminal History for Davis County Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification, or BCI, maintains the statewide criminal history database. Davis County residents can request their own criminal history through BCI. This record covers all Utah criminal court records tied to your name, not just Davis County. The process is handled by the state, not the county.
BCI is located at 4315 S 2700 W, Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT. You can reach them by phone at 801-965-4445. As of July 1, 2025, BCI charges a $20 fee to process a criminal history request. You can learn more and start the process at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records. This record is often used to verify your own history or correct any errors before applying for a license or other purpose requiring a clean record in Utah.
Note: BCI criminal history requests are for your own record only and are not for use in checking another person's background for screening purposes.
Expungement of Davis County Criminal Records
Utah law allows people to seal or expunge qualifying criminal court records. For Davis County residents, this means a record of an arrest or conviction may be removed from public view if you meet the legal requirements. Two paths exist: automatic expungement and petition-based expungement.
Utah's Clean Slate Act, passed as HB 431 and live since February 2022, provides automatic expungement for many low-level convictions. The state reviews eligible records and seals them without requiring a petition. Not all records qualify. Clean Slate Utah explains which convictions are covered and gives updates on how the program is running. If your Davis County criminal record does not qualify for automatic expungement, you can still file a petition through the Second District Court in Farmington. BCI processes the paperwork after the court grants the order. Visit bci.utah.gov/expungements for the full petition process and forms.
Cities in Davis County
Davis County includes several cities served by the Second District Court in Farmington. Criminal court records for residents of all Davis County cities are filed and maintained at the Farmington courthouse.
Nearby Counties
Davis County borders several Utah counties. If you are not sure which court has jurisdiction over a record you are looking for, check the address of the incident or the residence of the person named in the case.