Find Utah County Criminal Court Records
Utah County criminal court records are maintained by the Fourth District Court at 125 North 100 West in Provo, the county seat. Utah County is the second-most populous county in Utah with approximately 680,000 residents. It includes major cities such as Provo, Orem, Lehi, American Fork, Springville, and Spanish Fork. The Fourth Judicial District also covers Juab, Millard, and Wasatch counties, but Utah County records are filed and held at the Provo courthouse. This guide covers how to search Utah County criminal court records, request arrest records from the Sheriff, and use GRAMA to access public documents.
Utah County Quick Facts
Fourth District Court in Utah County
The Fourth District Court handles criminal court records for Utah County. The main courthouse is at 125 North 100 West in Provo, UT 84601. The main phone number is 801-429-1000. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This court processes felony criminal cases, Class A misdemeanors, civil disputes over $11,000, domestic cases, and probate matters for Utah County.
Utah County criminal court records created at the Provo courthouse include case filings, charge information, hearing dates, motions, court orders, judgments, and sentencing data. Multiple departments within the courthouse handle different case types. Public access terminals in the lobby provide free basic case searches for Utah County criminal court records. The court also offers self-help resources for people who represent themselves in criminal and other proceedings in Utah County.
The Utah County government website at utahcounty.gov provides links to county offices, public records resources, GRAMA forms, and other tools for accessing Utah County criminal court records and related documents.
Utah County also has Justice Courts in multiple municipalities including Provo, Orem, Spanish Fork, and Lehi. Each city court handles misdemeanor cases, traffic violations, small claims, and ordinance violations within that city's jurisdiction. Utah County also operates a county-level Justice Court for cases from unincorporated areas. All Justice Court records for Utah County are accessible through XChange.
Note: The Juvenile Court in Utah County operates separately and its records are not public under Utah law.
How to Search Utah County Criminal Court Records
The primary online tool for Utah County criminal court records is Utah Courts XChange. XChange is a subscription system that costs $30 per month or $240 per year. It gives full access to case dockets, filings, charges, and dispositions for Utah County and all Utah courts. You can search by party name, case number, filing date range, or attorney. Full document images are included for Utah County cases. The system is updated regularly and is the most complete remote option for Utah County criminal records.
For free basic lookups, MyCase is the public portal for the Utah court system. MyCase shows limited case data for active and recent Utah County criminal cases. It is a useful starting point for verifying a case exists, finding a scheduled court date, or confirming a case number. You do not need to be a party to the case to search MyCase or XChange for Utah County records.
You can also search in person at the Fourth District Court clerk's office at 125 North 100 West in Provo. Staff can search by name or case number and make copies from Utah County criminal case files. Most criminal court records are public under Utah Code § 63G-2-201. Bring a valid photo ID. Per-page copy fees apply, and older records may take additional time to locate. Written records requests can be submitted by mail or email to the clerk's office if an in-person visit is not possible.
Note: The Utah County Jail inmate search is available for free online through the Utah County Sheriff's Office website and shows booking date, current charges, bond information, and scheduled court dates for current inmates.
Utah County Sheriff and Arrest Records
The Utah County Sheriff's Office Records Division handles arrest record requests for Utah County. The main office is located at 3075 North Main Street in Spanish Fork, UT 84660. You can reach the Records Division through the main line at 801-851-4000. The Sheriff's Office accepts GRAMA requests in person, by mail, or through the online portal on its website at utahcounty.gov/Sheriff.
Utah County arrest records typically include the person's name, date of birth, home address, charges, booking information, bond amount, mugshot, and fingerprint data. Each booking record shows the booking date, charges, bond status, and projected release date. Incident reports contain the date, time, location of the incident, officer narrative, witness statements, and evidence collected. GRAMA requests must include the name of the person whose record you are seeking, the date of arrest if known, and any case number you have. You must provide a valid government-issued photo ID for in-person requests. The Sheriff's Office provides the first 15 minutes of research time at no charge, and additional time may be billed. Copy fees are based on the number of pages requested.
The Utah County Sheriff also makes a free online inmate search available for the county jail. This search shows basic identifying information for current inmates, their charges, booking date, bond information, and scheduled court dates. For statewide offender data, visit the Utah Department of Corrections offender search, which is free and accessible to the public.
GRAMA Public Access in Utah County
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act, codified at Utah Code § 63G-2, gives the public the right to inspect and copy most government records held by Utah County agencies. This includes criminal court records, arrest logs, booking information, incident reports, and other documents held by the county clerk, the sheriff, and the courts. You do not need to explain why you want the records or have any connection to the case.
Utah County provides free inspection of public records during normal business hours. GRAMA requests must be submitted in writing to the department that maintains the records. Utah County provides GRAMA request forms at each department and online. Your request must include your name, mailing address, daytime phone number, and a specific description of the records sought. The first 15 minutes of staff research time are free per GRAMA. Additional research time and copy fees may apply. Response time is 10 business days standard, with a 5-business-day expedited option for qualifying requests. Prepayment may be required when estimated fees exceed $50. Fee waivers are available when the release primarily benefits the public.
Recorder documents cost $10 per document. Copies of standard records cost $0.25 per page. If a Utah County GRAMA request is denied, you can appeal to the county commission or to the Utah State Records Committee. You can also appeal through a district court. Contact the relevant Utah County department directly for the appropriate records officer contact information. The main county website at utahcounty.gov lists all department contacts and provides links to GRAMA forms for Utah County records requests.
Note: Some Utah County criminal court records involving juvenile matters, sealed cases, or records containing SSNs or financial account data are restricted and cannot be released to the general public.
BCI Criminal History for Utah County Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains the statewide criminal history database. Utah County residents can request their own complete criminal history through BCI. The BCI record covers all Utah criminal court records tied to your name, including cases from Utah County and all other Utah counties.
The Utah courts directory at utcourts.gov lists all Fourth District Court locations and contacts, including the main courthouse in Provo that handles Utah County criminal court records.
BCI is at 4315 S 2700 W, Suite 1300, in Taylorsville, UT. The phone number is 801-965-4445. As of July 1, 2025, the fee for a criminal history request is $20. You can learn about the process and start a request at bci.utah.gov/criminal-records. The BCI record includes charge data, dispositions, and conviction information from all Utah courts, making it more complete than a Utah County-only search. It is the best option when you need a full state-level criminal history for a person with connections to Utah County or other parts of Utah.
Note: BCI criminal history requests are for your own record only and are not for checking another person's background.
Expungement of Utah County Criminal Records
Utah law allows people to seal or expunge qualifying Utah County criminal court records. Two options are available: automatic expungement through the Clean Slate Act and petition-based expungement filed through the court.
Utah's Clean Slate Act, which took effect in February 2022, gives the state authority to automatically seal many low-level Utah County criminal court records. Qualifying records include certain misdemeanor convictions and arrests that did not result in a conviction. The process does not require filing a petition. Clean Slate Utah explains which records are eligible and provides updates on the program's progress across the state, including Utah County. If your Utah County criminal court record does not qualify for automatic sealing, you can file a petition with the Fourth District Court in Provo. BCI processes the expungement paperwork after the court grants the order. Full instructions and forms are available at bci.utah.gov/expungements.
Once a Utah County criminal court record is expunged, the court seals the file. BCI removes the record from general public access. Standard XChange searches and public criminal history reports no longer show the sealed record. Certain law enforcement agencies may still access sealed Utah County records under specific conditions allowed by Utah law.
Cities in Utah County
Utah County includes many cities and communities served by the Fourth District Court in Provo. Criminal court records for residents of all Utah County cities are filed and maintained at the Provo courthouse at 125 North 100 West. Several cities in Utah County also maintain their own Justice Courts for misdemeanor cases and traffic violations.
Nearby Counties
Utah County borders several other counties. If you are not sure which county court has jurisdiction over a record you need, check the address of the incident or the residence of the person named in the case. Each county in Utah maintains its own criminal court records at its local courthouse.