Access Clearfield Court Records
Clearfield is a city in Davis County with an active Municipal Justice Court that handles local legal matters for residents. Traffic violations, misdemeanors, city ordinance cases, and small claims disputes are all filed here. Larger criminal and civil matters go to the Second District Court, which serves all of Davis County. Both courts maintain public records that anyone can search online or request in person. This page explains where to find Clearfield court records, what each court handles, and how to get the documents you need.
Clearfield Quick Facts
Clearfield Courts Overview
Clearfield residents are served by two court levels. Each one has authority over different types of cases. Identifying the right court helps you locate records faster.
The Clearfield Municipal Justice Court is the city's local court. It handles Class B and C misdemeanors committed within city limits, traffic infractions, city ordinance violations, and small claims disputes up to $11,000. All court proceedings generate records that enter the statewide courts database. The Justice Court is the first stop for most people searching Clearfield court records tied to everyday legal matters.
The Second District Court handles the larger cases involving Clearfield residents. It operates from several Davis County locations and hears felony charges, civil suits over $11,000, domestic relations matters, and probate cases. The Davis County Clerk and Auditor office is located at 61 South Main Street, Room 101, Farmington, UT 84025, and can be reached at (801) 451-3213. That office handles county-level records and can point you toward the right court location for your records request.
Search Clearfield Court Records Online
The XChange system is the main online tool for finding Clearfield court records. It covers all district and justice courts across Utah and is maintained by the Utah Administrative Office of the Courts. Access it at utcourts.gov/en/courtrecords.html. XChange lets you search by party name, date of birth, case number, filing date, or court location. Results for Clearfield cases will include both Justice Court entries and Second District records.
Davis County also maintains an online services portal with court information for county-level cases. Using both Davis County's portal and XChange gives you full coverage for Clearfield court records. A monthly XChange subscription is $40 and covers up to 500 searches. An annual subscription costs $240. Document downloads are $1.00 each. If you are a party to an active Clearfield case, the free MyCase portal shows your case details, hearing dates, and filed documents at no cost. Parties in small claims, eviction, and debt collection cases can use MyCase to file documents online as well.
Note: Free XChange terminals at Second District courthouses in Davis County allow anyone to run searches in person without needing a paid account.
In-Person Record Access in Clearfield
Court records can be requested in person at the Clearfield Justice Court or at a Second District courthouse in Davis County. Bring the full name of at least one party or a case number. Clerks will pull the file and make copies on request.
Plain copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies are $8.00 each. A certified copy carries an official stamp and is required for some legal and financial purposes. Walk-in requests are served during business hours at each courthouse. The Davis County Clerk and Auditor at 61 South Main Street, Room 101 in Farmington can also help you identify the right location for county-level records. Calling ahead is a good way to confirm which office holds the specific records you need.
GRAMA Requests for Clearfield Court Records
Utah law gives every person the right to inspect and copy public records under the Government Records Access and Management Act. The law is at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. Clearfield court records are public unless a judge has sealed them or they fall under a protected category. Juvenile records and some domestic case filings are common examples of restricted records.
To request Clearfield court records through GRAMA, submit a written request to the court clerk. Your request must include your name, contact information, and a description of the records specific enough for the court to locate them. The court has 10 business days to respond. Expedited handling is available for urgent requests and shortens the timeline to 5 business days. If your request is denied, you have the right to appeal to the State Records Committee. City records held by the City of Clearfield follow a separate GRAMA process handled directly by the city.
Note: The purpose behind a GRAMA request does not affect your right to receive public records, as the law does not require requesters to explain their reasons.
Types of Clearfield Court Records
Clearfield court records cover a range of case types from traffic citations to felony proceedings. At the Justice Court level, the most common records involve traffic infractions, city ordinance violations, misdemeanor charges, and small claims outcomes. Each case produces a public docket showing the charge, court dates, and final disposition.
Second District Court records from Davis County cover the more serious Clearfield cases. Felony charges, major civil suits, divorce proceedings, and probate matters are filed here. District court case files include the original complaint or charge, all motions filed, hearing entries, and the final order or judgment. Some domestic relations files have restricted sections, but the general docket remains publicly accessible. All of these records are searchable through XChange by party name or case number.
The statewide Courts Information System captures key public data for every Clearfield proceeding, including plea date, sentence date, presiding judge, bail amount, and case disposition. This data updates regularly as cases progress through the court.
Clearfield Small Claims Court Records
Small claims cases are filed at the Clearfield Justice Court for disputes up to $11,000. Once a judgment is entered, it becomes a public record that appears in XChange.
People search small claims records to confirm a judgment has been satisfied, check whether an old case is still open, or review the outcome of a past dispute. Businesses often look up these records before entering into contracts or extending credit. The Clearfield Justice Court handles these cases, and the results enter the CORIS database after each hearing. Searching by party name in XChange returns small claims results alongside other case types from the same court.
Criminal Records and Clearfield Court History
When you need the details of a specific Clearfield criminal case, XChange is the right tool. It shows charges, hearing dates, pleas, sentences, and case dispositions. For a statewide criminal history that covers courts and agencies across Utah, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at bci.utah.gov provides formal reports for $20. The BCI is the standard source when you need a comprehensive background review rather than a single case lookup.
XChange and the BCI serve different purposes. XChange gives you case detail. The BCI gives you breadth across the state. Together they cover the full range of criminal record research for Clearfield and Davis County cases.
Legal Resources for Clearfield Residents
Searching court records is often just the start. Knowing what to do with the information or how to respond to a legal matter can be more challenging. Free resources are available for Clearfield and Davis County residents.
Utah Legal Services offers free civil legal help to income-qualifying residents across Utah, including Davis County. Visit utahlegalservices.org for eligibility details and contact information. The Utah Courts self-help center at utcourts.gov has guides, court forms, and step-by-step instructions covering small claims, protective orders, debt cases, and eviction matters. These tools are built for people who need to navigate the court system without a lawyer and are available at no cost.
Davis County Court Records
Clearfield is part of Davis County, and the county court system covers all city residents. The Second District Court serves Davis County from its Bountiful, Farmington, and Layton locations. For broader information on court records across Davis County, including county resources and court locations, visit the Davis County court records page.
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