Herriman Court Records Database
Herriman court records are part of the Salt Lake County court system under the Third Judicial District. Herriman is one of Utah's fastest-growing cities, and its court records are accessible online and in person through Utah state court systems. Major cases for Herriman go through the Third District Court in Salt Lake City. This guide explains how to search Herriman court records, what tools are available, and how GRAMA requests work for this Salt Lake County city.
Herriman Quick Facts
Court Jurisdiction for Herriman Cases
Herriman falls under the Third Judicial District for all major legal matters. The Third District Court in Salt Lake City handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes over $11,000, family law cases, and probate for Herriman residents. This is where most significant Herriman court records are maintained and can be accessed.
| Court | Third District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 450 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84114 |
| Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| County | Salt Lake County |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Local Herriman matters such as traffic infractions, city ordinance violations, and Class B and C misdemeanors are handled at the city justice court level. Small claims cases up to $11,000 also go through the justice court. Records from both courts are searchable through Utah's XChange case management system.
Online Tools for Herriman Court Records
The Utah Courts XChange system is the primary online tool for searching Herriman court records. XChange covers all Utah district and justice courts. You can search cases by party name, case number, or filing date. Results include case status, party names, hearing dates, and case type for Herriman filings.
XChange subscriptions cost $40 per month for up to 500 searches, or $240 per year. Free access is available at public terminals in most district courthouses. Visit utcourts.gov/en/courtrecords.html to register for an account and search Herriman court records online.
Parties to active Herriman cases can use the MyCase portal free of charge. MyCase allows you to view filings, track hearing schedules, and receive case update notifications. You need your case number and party information to sign in. This tool is useful for Herriman residents who are directly involved in a court case and want to track its progress.
Note: Free XChange access terminals are available at the Third District Courthouse in Salt Lake City and at the Utah State Law Library for Herriman residents who do not want to pay for a subscription.
GRAMA and Herriman Public Records
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act gives residents the right to access public records. Herriman court records classified as public are subject to GRAMA. The law is codified at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2.
Herriman has a notable history with GRAMA. The city was involved in the Gordon v. Nostrom case, a significant Utah public records dispute about how cities must handle records access requests. This case shaped how Herriman and other Utah cities approach their GRAMA obligations. As a result, Herriman's GRAMA process is well-established, and requests are processed with awareness of this legal background.
GRAMA requests must be made in writing. Your request needs to include your name, contact information, and a clear description of the records you want. Standard processing takes up to 10 business days. Expedited requests, when justified, must be fulfilled within 5 business days. For Herriman court records, submit requests to the Third District Court Clerk or to the Herriman City office for city-level records.
In-Person Herriman Records Access
You can access Herriman court records in person at the Third District Court in Salt Lake City. The court clerk's office can retrieve case files by name or case number. Plain copy fees are $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $8.00 each and carry an official court seal. These are required for many legal and government uses.
Bring a valid photo ID when you visit. Security checks all visitors at the courthouse entrance. If you know the Herriman case number before you go, bring it with you to make the process faster. Call (801) 238-7300 to check hours and confirm what you need before your visit.
Herriman Court Record Types
Several types of court records are created when cases involving Herriman residents go through the court system. Each type has different access rules and is stored in different locations.
Criminal records from Herriman cases include charging documents, plea records, trial outcomes, and sentencing orders. Felony records are at the Third District Court. Misdemeanor records from local city court cases are kept at the justice court level. Civil case records in Herriman include lawsuits, judgments, and civil filings from the Third District Court for matters over $11,000.
Family law records for Herriman residents, such as divorce filings, custody orders, and protective orders, are all held at the Third District Court in Salt Lake City. Probate records for Herriman estates are kept at the same location. Most of these records are public under Utah law unless they are sealed or classified as private or protected under court rules or GRAMA.
Criminal History and Background Checks
Herriman court records show case-specific information but do not represent a person's full statewide criminal history. For a complete background check, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification is the right source. BCI charges $20 for a statewide criminal history record.
Go to bci.utah.gov to learn how to submit a BCI request. BCI records include all Utah arrests, charges, and dispositions, not just Herriman or Salt Lake County cases. This is the most thorough source when you need a complete criminal record for someone who may have cases in multiple Utah counties.
Note: BCI background checks cost $20 and cover criminal history from all Utah courts, making them more complete than searching Herriman court records alone.
Legal Help in Herriman
Herriman residents who need legal guidance have access to several free and low-cost resources. Utah Legal Services provides civil legal help at no charge to qualifying low-income residents across the state, including those in Salt Lake County. Visit utahlegalservices.org to check eligibility and find contact details.
The Utah Courts self-help center at utcourts.gov offers forms, guides, and step-by-step instructions for common legal matters. This is useful for Herriman residents who are handling their own court cases. The site covers small claims procedures, protective orders, and family law forms that apply to Herriman cases handled at the Third District Court.
Salt Lake County Court Records
Herriman is in Salt Lake County. All major cases for Herriman go through the Salt Lake County court system. For a complete overview of Salt Lake County court records, access options, and fee schedules, visit the county records page below.
Nearby Utah Cities
Other Salt Lake County cities near Herriman are also served by the Third Judicial District. Select a city to find court record information for that area.