Court Records in Utah County
Utah County is the second-most populous county in Utah, with the county seat in Provo. The Fourth District Court serves all residents and handles a wide range of case types including criminal, civil, domestic, and probate matters. Utah County court records are public and can be searched online through the XChange system or reviewed in person at district court locations in Provo and American Fork. Several justice courts also serve the county's cities.
Utah County Quick Facts
Fourth District Court - Provo
The Fourth District Court in Provo is the main trial court for Utah County. It handles felony criminal cases, civil disputes above $11,000, domestic relations, probate, and all appeals from the county's justice courts. All court records created here are public under Rule 4-202.02 of the Utah Rules of Judicial Administration. The Provo courthouse is the primary location where Utah County residents go to access district court files.
The clerk's office can search records by party name, case number, or filing date. You can request copies of documents during regular business hours. The court is open Monday through Friday. Bring a valid ID when you visit. Certified copies of court documents cost $8 each, and plain copies are $0.25 per page.
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Fourth District Court - Provo 125 N. 100 West Provo, UT 84601 Phone: (801) 429-1000 |
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American Fork District Court
The American Fork District Court is a second Fourth District location serving the northern part of Utah County. It handles district court matters for residents in American Fork, Lehi, Eagle Mountain, and surrounding areas. This court operates under the same rules and fee schedule as the Provo courthouse.
If you live in the northern part of Utah County, this location may be more convenient for filing or accessing court records. Staff can assist with record searches and document copies. Call ahead to confirm what you need to bring and the current hours before making a trip to American Fork.
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American Fork District Court 75 East 80 North, Suite 202 American Fork, UT 84003 Phone: (801) 763-4600 |
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Note: Both the Provo and American Fork district courts in Utah County are part of the Fourth Judicial District and follow the same records access rules and fee schedules.
Utah County Juvenile Court
The Fourth District Juvenile Court in Provo handles cases involving minors under 18 in Utah County. This includes delinquency proceedings, child welfare cases, adoptions, and termination of parental rights. Juvenile court records are restricted under Utah law and are not fully public like district court files.
Access to juvenile court records in Utah County is limited to parties, attorneys, and certain government agencies. Members of the public generally cannot view sealed juvenile case files. Contact the court clerk at (801) 354-7200 to ask about access rules for a specific matter. The Juvenile Court is located at 2021 S. State in Provo.
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Fourth District Juvenile Court 2021 S. State Provo, UT 84606 Phone: (801) 354-7200 |
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Justice Courts in Utah County
Utah County has several justice courts serving its cities. These courts handle Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, and small claims cases up to $11,000. Each city operates its own justice court, and records are kept locally at each location. If you have a traffic ticket or a low-level criminal matter in a Utah County city, your case may be in one of these courts rather than the district court.
The Lehi City Justice Court is located at 154 North Center, Lehi UT 84043. The Mapleton Justice Court is at 125 West 400 North, Mapleton UT 84664. Other cities in Utah County may also have justice courts. Contact the city directly or search XChange to find the right court for a specific case. Justice court records appear in the XChange system along with district court records.
Search Utah County Court Records Online
The Utah Courts XChange system is the best online tool for searching Utah County court records. XChange covers all Fourth District Court locations and the justice courts throughout the county. You can search by party name, case number, or filing date. Civil, criminal, traffic, and domestic cases all appear in the system. Results are updated daily so you can see recent filings and case changes.
XChange subscriptions cost $40 per month for up to 500 searches, or $240 for an annual plan. Document images for most district court cases are available as downloads for $1.00 each. If you do not want a subscription, visit the district court in Provo or American Fork in person and use the free public access terminal. Public terminals are also available at law libraries within Utah County courthouses. Get started at utcourts.gov/en/courtrecords.html.
Parties to active Utah County cases can use the free MyCase portal. MyCase lets you view your own case history, see filed documents, check scheduled hearings, and make payments. You can sign up for text or email alerts about case updates. MyCase is available at no cost to all parties with active cases in Utah County courts.
Criminal Court Records in Utah County
Criminal records from the Fourth District Court in Utah County include charging documents, plea agreements, court orders, and sentencing records. Felony cases are public and searchable through XChange. Class B and C misdemeanor cases from the justice courts are also included in the XChange database. Both sets of records reflect the history of criminal case activity in Utah County.
Utah County court calendars are posted on the Utah Courts website and at each courthouse location. Daily calendar postings at the Provo and American Fork courthouses show upcoming hearings and case activity. Checking the calendar can help you plan a courthouse visit around the right hearing date for a case you are tracking.
For a statewide criminal background check, contact the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. BCI charges $20 for a full criminal history report. This report pulls from all Utah courts, including Utah County's Fourth District Court and its justice courts.
GRAMA Requests in Utah County
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act gives the public the right to request records from Utah County courts and government agencies. The law is codified at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. GRAMA applies to the Fourth District Court, juvenile court, justice courts, the Sheriff's Office, and all county agencies.
To submit a GRAMA request in Utah County, write to the court clerk or agency that holds the records. Your written request must include your name, contact information, and a clear description of the records you want. The agency has 10 business days to respond under the standard timeline. Expedited responses within 5 business days are available if you show an urgent need.
Copy fees follow the state schedule. Plain copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies are $8 each. If your request is denied, you may appeal to the agency head and then to the State Records Committee. Most court records in Utah County are public and should be made available without a formal appeal.
Note: Some records in Utah County courts may be sealed or restricted under court order. If a record is classified as private or protected, you may need to show a legal basis for access before the clerk will release it.
Legal Help in Utah County
Several resources are available to Utah County residents who need help with a court case. Utah Legal Services provides free civil legal assistance to low-income individuals. They serve clients across Utah, including Utah County. Go to utahlegalservices.org to check if you qualify and apply for help.
The Utah Courts website at utcourts.gov offers free self-help tools. These include court forms, step-by-step instructions for common case types, and guides for self-represented parties. The public access terminals at the Provo and American Fork courthouses also give you free access to XChange and self-help resources when you visit in person. Court staff can help you find the right forms and answer basic filing questions.
Cities in Utah County
Utah County includes many cities and communities. All district court cases for county residents are filed at the Fourth District Court in Provo or American Fork. Justice courts in individual cities handle lower-level cases within their city limits.
Nearby Counties
Utah County borders several other counties. If you need court records from a neighboring county, use the links below to find the right courthouse and search tools.