Wasatch County Criminal Court Records
Wasatch County criminal court records are public documents held by the Fourth District Court in Heber City. This growing county sits east of Salt Lake City in the Heber Valley, and its courts handle felony cases, misdemeanor matters, and related filings. You can search Wasatch County criminal records online through the Utah Courts XChange system or visit the Wasatch County Justice Center in person. The Wasatch County Sheriff and the court clerk both keep records that are open to the public under Utah law.
Wasatch County Quick Facts
Fourth District Court in Wasatch County
The Fourth Judicial District Court covers Wasatch County along with Juab, Millard, and Utah counties. For Wasatch County residents, the court sits at the Wasatch County Justice Center in Heber City. This court handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes, family law, and probate. The justice center recently completed a Phase 1 expansion in late 2025, adding new state court spaces for both district and juvenile court operations.
Court records from the Fourth District are part of the statewide Utah Courts system. The clerk's office keeps all filings, orders, motions, and judgments. You can search case information online or request copies through the clerk. Business hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Utah Courts website has a directory of all district court locations and contact numbers.
The Wasatch County website at wasatch.utah.gov links to county departments including the court and the sheriff. From there you can find contact information for GRAMA requests, court calendars, and public notices posted by the county. It is a good first stop when you need Wasatch County criminal records.
Note: Juvenile court records in Wasatch County are not open to the general public and require a court order to access.
How to Search Wasatch County Criminal Court Records
The fastest way to search Wasatch County criminal court records is through Utah Courts XChange. XChange is the state's public case search tool. You can look up cases by party name or case number. Basic case details are free to view. Full document access requires a paid subscription. XChange covers both district and justice court records filed in Wasatch County.
You can also use MyCase, which is the Utah Courts self-service portal. MyCase lets you view case status and scheduled hearing dates. It works for criminal cases across all Utah districts, including Fourth District cases filed in Wasatch County. Both XChange and MyCase are run by the state courts, so the data is official.
In-person searches are available at the Wasatch County Justice Center clerk's office in Heber City. Staff can search by name or case number and make copies of court documents. Bring a valid photo ID. Older records may take longer to locate, but the clerk's office can help you find them. Fees for copies follow the court's standard schedule.
Note: Court records going back many years are on file with the clerk. If you need a record from a case closed long ago, contact the clerk's office before visiting to confirm the record is still on site.
Wasatch County Sheriff and Arrest Records
The Wasatch County Sheriff's Office Records Division handles requests for case reports, incident reports, accident reports, and booking records. The office is located at 1361 South Highway 40, Heber City, Utah 84032. You can reach the Records Division at 435-654-1098. The dispatch line is 435-654-1411 for general inquiries.
To request records from the Wasatch County Sheriff, you must complete a GRAMA request form. The form is available on the Wasatch County Sheriff's website. You can submit the completed form by mail, fax to 435-657-3580, or email to wcsorecords@wasatch.utah.gov. Your request must include your name, address, phone number, and a clear description of the records you need. Include the date, location, and names involved in the incident when possible.
Most Sheriff's Office records in Wasatch County are classified as private or protected under state law. That means only the subject of the record or an authorized representative can get copies of those documents. Public records, like the general log of calls for service, are available to anyone. Photo ID is required when you pick up records in person.
The Wasatch County Sheriff also offers fingerprint services on weekdays from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on a first-come, first-served basis. The fee is $25 by credit card for two cards. Court-ordered fingerprinting is free if you bring the court paperwork. These fingerprint records can be used for background checks through the state.
GRAMA Public Records in Wasatch County
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act, known as GRAMA, is the law that controls access to public records in Wasatch County. Under GRAMA, most government records are open to the public unless a specific exemption applies. Criminal court records at the district court level are generally public. Some records held by the sheriff or other law enforcement are classified as private or protected.
To submit a GRAMA request for Wasatch County records held by the county government, contact the Wasatch County Clerk-Auditor's Office at 435-654-2909. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Requests can be sent by mail, submitted in person, or directed to the specific department that holds the records you need. The standard response time under GRAMA is 10 business days.
For records from the Wasatch County Sheriff specifically, use the GRAMA form on the Sheriff's website. Each department in Wasatch County has its own records officer. Fees are based on the actual cost of providing the records. Prepayment may be required for large requests. If your GRAMA request is denied, you have the right to appeal that decision under state law.
Note: The Wasatch County Justice Center expansion added new office spaces in late 2025, so some department contact information may have been updated. Confirm current addresses and phone numbers through the county website before mailing a request.
BCI Criminal History for Wasatch County
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification handles statewide criminal history records that include cases from Wasatch County. BCI collects arrest, conviction, and disposition data from courts and law enforcement agencies across the state. A BCI record search covers the full criminal history on file in Utah, not just one county.
You can request a BCI criminal history check online or in person. The BCI office is at 3888 West 5400 South, Taylorsville, UT 84129. The phone number is 801-965-4445. As of July 2025, the fee for a name-based criminal history search is $20. A fingerprint-based search, which is more thorough, costs $33.25. Visit bci.utah.gov/criminal-records for the current application form and instructions.
Fingerprint-based searches are the most complete option. They match against a larger database and reduce the risk of errors from common names. Fingerprinting is available at the BCI office. Processing typically takes three to four weeks. All requests require a notarized signature on the application form.
BCI records reflect cases from Wasatch County and all other Utah jurisdictions. If you need a record only for Wasatch County, the district court clerk or the Sheriff's Records Division may be faster for specific case documents.
Expungement of Wasatch County Criminal Records
Utah law allows people to petition for expungement of certain criminal records, including cases filed in Wasatch County. An expungement seals the record from public view. It does not erase the record entirely, but it removes it from standard searches. Expungement is available for many misdemeanor and some felony convictions if enough time has passed and all terms of the sentence are complete.
The process starts with the BCI expungement portal. BCI reviews your criminal history and issues a Certificate of Eligibility if you qualify. You then file that certificate along with a petition for expungement at the Wasatch County Fourth District Court clerk's office in Heber City. The court sets a hearing and notifies the prosecutor's office. If no objection is filed, the court may grant the expungement order.
Utah's Clean Slate program automates expungement for some low-level offenses. You do not have to file anything for Clean Slate to apply. Learn more about automatic expungement at cleanslateutah.org. If you are not sure whether your Wasatch County record qualifies, the BCI website has an eligibility guide to help you decide whether to file a petition.
Note: Expungement does not restore gun rights or remove records from federal databases. Consult a Utah attorney if you have questions about what expungement covers in your specific Wasatch County case.
Nearby Counties
Wasatch County borders several other Utah counties. Each county has its own district court and handles its own criminal court records. If you are not certain which county filed a particular case, search by name through XChange to find the right court.