Criminal Court Records in Duchesne County
Duchesne County criminal court records are maintained by the Eighth District Court and are open to the public under Utah law. Located in the Uinta Basin of northeastern Utah, Duchesne County covers a large rural area that includes portions of the Uintah and Ouray Indian Reservation. You can search Duchesne County criminal court records online through the state court system or by visiting the courthouse in person. This page walks through each available method and explains how to request records from both the court and the sheriff's office.
Duchesne County Quick Facts
Eighth District Court and Duchesne County Records
The Eighth Judicial District Court handles criminal court records for Duchesne County. The Eighth District covers Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah counties. For criminal cases, the court holds jurisdiction over felonies, Class A misdemeanors, civil matters over $11,000, domestic relations, and probate. All proceedings are recorded verbatim, making official court records a reliable and complete source of case information in Duchesne County.
The Duchesne County courthouse serves as the local site for Eighth District proceedings in this county. Court hours are Monday through Friday. The clerk's office processes record requests, provides copies, and can look up cases by name or case number. You can also submit requests by mail or email. For a full list of Eighth District Court locations and contact details, visit the Utah courts directory. The court's e-filing system is available to attorneys, and self-help resources are offered for those without legal representation.
The Duchesne County homepage at duchesne.utah.gov connects you to county offices and services, including records and GRAMA information.
Note: The Duchesne County Justice Court, located at the courthouse, handles Class B and C misdemeanors, infractions, traffic violations, and small claims up to $11,000. Those records are separate from district court criminal case files.
Searching Duchesne County Criminal Court Records
The best online tool for searching Duchesne County criminal court records is Utah Courts XChange. This subscription service costs $30 per month or $240 per year. It gives you access to full case dockets, charges, filings, and dispositions for Duchesne County and every other Utah district court. If you prefer not to subscribe, free public access terminals are available at the Duchesne County courthouse during business hours.
For no-cost basic lookups, MyCase lets you search by name or case number without logging in or paying a fee. MyCase shows case status, party names, hearing dates, and limited docket entries for Duchesne County criminal cases. It does not provide document images or full filings. Use MyCase to confirm a case exists or to find a court date, then use XChange or an in-person visit for more complete records.
Public access to Duchesne County criminal court records is protected by Utah Code § 63G-2-201, which sets out the rules for government records access across the state. Most court filings are public. Some sensitive materials such as juvenile records or protected financial data may be restricted. The clerk's office can tell you which documents in a specific case are available for public inspection.
Duchesne County Sheriff and Arrest Records
The Duchesne County Sheriff's Office at duchesne.utah.gov/sheriff provides information on law enforcement services, arrest records, and how to contact the department directly.
The Duchesne County Sheriff's Office is located at 21554 West 9000 South, Duchesne, UT 84021. You can reach the main line at (435) 738-2015 or dispatch at (435) 738-2424. The jail can be reached at (435) 738-0190. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Arrest records and incident reports in Duchesne County are available through GRAMA requests submitted to the Sheriff's Office. Each arrest record typically includes the person's name, booking date, charges, and bond information. Incident reports include dates, locations, and event narratives. The sheriff's office has 10 business days to respond. You can submit your GRAMA request through the Duchesne County Sheriff NextRequest portal, which accepts online submissions and tracks your request status. You can also call or visit the office directly.
The Duchesne Sheriff's NextRequest portal at duchesnecountyutsheriff.nextrequest.com lets you submit GRAMA requests for arrest records and incident reports online and track their status.
GRAMA Records Access in Duchesne County
The Duchesne County government homepage provides links to GRAMA forms and county department contacts for public records requests.
The Government Records Access and Management Act, Utah Code § 63G-2, gives Duchesne County residents and anyone else the right to inspect and copy most public records held by county offices. This includes Duchesne County criminal court records, arrest logs, and official documents from county departments. You do not need to be a party to a case or explain your reason for requesting a record.
To submit a GRAMA request for county records in Duchesne County, you can use the online form available through the county website or visit the county clerk at the Duchesne County Courthouse. The main county number is (435) 738-1100. For sheriff-specific records, use the NextRequest portal linked above. Response time under state law is 10 business days. Fees are set per Utah Code. The first 15 minutes of staff research time are free, and additional time may be billed. Fee waivers are available for those who qualify. A denial of a GRAMA request can be appealed to the Duchesne County Commission.
Note: You can also check the free Utah Department of Corrections offender search for current and past incarceration records statewide, which covers Duchesne County cases as well.
BCI Statewide Criminal History Records
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification keeps the statewide criminal history database. Duchesne County residents can request their own criminal history through BCI to see what records exist under their name across Utah. This is not limited to Duchesne County cases. The BCI record pulls from district courts, justice courts, and law enforcement agencies statewide.
BCI is located at 4315 S 2700 W, Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT. The phone number is 801-965-4445. A $20 fee applies to each criminal history request as of July 1, 2025. You can get forms and start your request at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records. This record can help you check for errors or confirm what appears in official files before taking action in a legal matter in Duchesne County or elsewhere in Utah.
Expungement of Criminal Records in Duchesne County
Utah offers two main paths for clearing criminal court records. The first is automatic expungement under the Clean Slate Act, HB 431, which has been live since February 2022. Under this law, certain low-level convictions are automatically reviewed and sealed by the state without any action by the individual. This applies to Duchesne County records just as it does to records from other Utah counties.
The second path is petition-based expungement. If your Duchesne County criminal record does not qualify for automatic sealing, you can petition the Eighth District Court to expunge the record. You must meet waiting periods and eligibility rules set by Utah law. After the court grants the order, BCI processes the expungement in the statewide system. Visit Clean Slate Utah to check whether your record may qualify under the automatic process. For petition-based expungement details and forms, go to bci.utah.gov/expungements.
Nearby Counties
Duchesne County is located in the Uinta Basin and shares borders with several other Utah counties. If you need criminal court records from a neighboring county, use the links below to find the right courthouse and records process.