Utah Arrest Records

A Utah Arrest Record provides information on an individual's arrest following a criminal offense in the state. It primarily details the suspect's name, crime committed, charges filed, and basic details about the arrest. The document also includes the individual's date of birth, physical description, mugshots, fingerprints, and other personal identification information.

Arrests in Utah are typically made by local law enforcement agencies, such as the Unified Police Department of Greater Salt Lake, the Utah County Sheriff's Office, the Davis County Sheriff's Office, and the Weber County Sheriff's Office. These agencies are also responsible for generating arrest records for their jurisdictions. Arrest records may also be found within Utah Criminal Court Records or Criminal Histories maintained by the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification and are disseminated to interested and eligible members of the public.

Note: Law enforcement agencies in Utah have the authority to arrest an individual who commits a crime or is suspected of committing a crime

Are Arrest Records Public in Utah?

Yes. Arrest Records are public in Utah. The Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), passed by the Utah State Legislature, protects the public's right to view and access arrest records. This state law ensures that almost anyone may view or access arrest records upon submitting a request to the proper custodian.

However, certain information, such as the following examples, is confidential and not open to the public.

• Juvenile arrest records
• sealed or expunged records
• records of ongoing investigations
• Any information under attorney-client privilege

Note that the exemptions to arrest record disclosure and the process to obtain arrest records may vary depending on the agency in charge of the record.

Utah Arrest Statistics

The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) maintains an incident-based reporting database that offers interested parties quick access to crime statistics. According to the data available in the Offenses Reported by Arrests Section on the BCI dashboard, law enforcement in Utah reported 87,015 arrests in 2024. This was a 1.24% reduction in total arrests from 2023. The data showed 61,717 of the arrestees were male and 25,298 were female. Further observation shows the following statistics according to category. 21,033 arrests for drugs/narcotics violations, 5800 arrests for vandalism, 3967 arrests for larceny, 2784 arrests for aggravated assaults, 965 arrests for burglary, 941 arrests for kidnapping, 618 arrests for motor vehicle theft, 626 arrests for fraud, 422 arrests for robbery, 104 arrests for arson, and 64 arrests for murder/negligent homicide.

Find Public Arrest Records in Utah

Searchers may obtain arrest records in Utah in various ways. One option is to submit an arrest record request in person or by mail to the Bureau of Criminal Identification under the Utah Department of Public Safety.

• In-person: An interested individual may visit the office for a copy of a Utah criminal history. The applicable fee is $15.00 and may be payable in cash, personal check, MasterCard, or money order. However, the individual is commonly required to provide a valid government-issued picture ID upon request.
• Through Mail: The individual may download and complete the Criminal History Record Application. Follow the instructions on the form and mail the filled-out application and required fee to the office.

Local sheriff departments across Utah may also provide online search databases for individuals to view public arrest records. To search for and view these records online typically requires no fee, but may offer less information on the suspect in question. It should be noted that physical copies of the record will almost always require a copy fee.

Alternatively, interested persons may obtain arrest records from the courts or the law enforcement agency that performed the arrest in person and by mail. These law enforcement agencies across Utah must be approved criminal records providers.

How to Get Restricted Arrest Records

Individuals interested in getting restricted or non-public arrest records in the State may access such records by obtaining a subpoena. A subpoena is a written order that requires an individual to testify at a court trial or provide documents related to a court hearing. Regarding criminal activities, subpoenas are governed by the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure 14.

Per the Rules of Criminal Procedure, any person above 18 and not a party to the matter may serve the subpoena. If the subpoena requires a person to appear before the court, the party issuing a subpoena must include the fees for a day's attendance and the lawful mileage. Otherwise, a person may produce the necessary documents electronically or through mail to the court issuing the subpoena.

How to Look Up Arrest Records Online in Utah

The official websites of various local sheriff departments across the state may provide databases that allow interested persons to search for arrest records online. Counties may also have an inmate search tool that allows individuals to search for persons in jail using the person's name. Some county search tools provide advanced searches where requesters may enter other details such as birth date or state identification number.

Third-party websites also provide an option to look up Utah arrest records online. However, the requester must provide relevant information about the suspect, such as the person's full name, date of birth, and location. Depending on the site, the requester may also make a one-time payment fee or actively subscribe weekly, monthly, or yearly to obtain the record. Note that with third-party resources, the requester may not be able to confirm the accuracy of the information provided.

Alternatively, the Department of Corrections in Utah primarily allows individuals to conduct these searches online. However, this method contains only the details of current inmates open to the public's view through the Offender Search tool. The requester must provide the offender's name or unique ID to conduct an arrest record search.

What is Included in Utah Arrest Records?

A typical Utah arrest record primarily contains the individual's identity, description, and the details surrounding the arrest. This information includes a combination of the following:

• The Individual's Physical Description: This description may include the person's age, height, eye color, race, ethnicity, and unique features such as tattoos, piercings, and body markings.
• Full Name and Other Personal Information: The complete name and personal details of the individual are important and included in the record. Other information may include the individual's birthplace, home address, and job location.
• Arrest information of the Suspect: The suspect's booking date, time, and number/code. Other details in the arrest include arrest, location, fingerprints, mugshots, bail amount, and outstanding warrants.
• The Individual's Crime Details: This may include the type of crime involved and the charges filed against them
• The record may describe the interrogation process under any of the law enforcement agencies responsible for the arrest.
• Case disposition
• Attorney of record.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record in Utah

In Utah, the length of time that an arrest remains on a person's record will depend on the type and outcome of the case. An arrest may stay on a person's record for as little as 30 days to as long as several years. The actual length will also depend on whether the arrest is eligible for expungement under the Utah Expungement Act.

The arrest record may be expunged after 30 days if the offender has no pending charges and the following criteria are met.

• The case was dismissed with prejudice
• The petitioner was found not guilty at a trial
• After an authorized agency screens the case and the prosecutor declines to press any charges
• The statute of limitations for the crime has expired.

Expunge an Arrest Record in Utah

It is possible to remove arrest records in Utah if the individual has completed all court requirements and meets the following criteria:

• If the suspect is found not guilty during the trial, or the criminal trial's statute of limitations has expired.
• If the law enforcement agency does not file charges, the suspect may file an expungement petition.

However, an individual may still request an expungement if any charge is filed. Under such circumstances, the charges must have been dismissed.

Eligibility Requirements for Utah Arrest Record Expungement

Expungement eligibility depends on the petitioner's criminal history status and not just what is reported to the BCI. The criminal history includes all incidents and previous expungements in the state. According to Utah Code 77-40a-201 through 77-40a-203, a certificate of eligibility from BCI may not be required for an Auto/Clean Slate Expungement. Clean slate expungements are initiated and completed automatically by the courts and BCI. One may not conduct an application process to get a Clean slate eligible expungement in Utah.

Utah Arrest Record Expungement Process

To start the expungement process in Utah, the petitioner must also obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI). After BCI provides the petitioner with a certificate, it must be filed within 90 days with the 'Petition to Expunge Records.' However, anyone unable to meet this deadline may request a petition again.

Per the New Utah Rule of Criminal Procedure 42, the Court is responsible for presenting the prosecutor in charge of the case with a copy of the petition. Afterward, the prosecutor will review the petition and respond within 35 days. A prosecutor may reject the expungement petition if the petitioner does not meet the probation requirements or is deemed to endanger the public. If there is a rejection from the prosecutor, the court must have a hearing. If the petition is successful, the judge signs the petition order, and a notification will be sent to the individual to pick up a certified copy of the order by phone or email. The Court may inform the BCI of the Expungement Order, but the petitioner is advised to get a copy of the records should any issue arise.

The Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) may delete all information about the charge, and the office cannot release an expunged arrest record. The data is stored in an expungement database, where only law enforcement agencies listed under U.C.A. 77-40a-403(b) may have access. These agencies may include the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing, the Board of Pardons and Parole, Peace Officer Standards and Training, the State Office of Education, and Federal Authorities.

How Do I Find Recent Arrests in Utah?

Interested parties may find recent arrests in Utah via inmate search tools and jail rosters under various law enforcement agencies in the state. The Utah County Sheriff's Office has an inmate search tool that allows individuals to search for recent arrests using the subject's name or arrest date.

Inquirers who do not have the arrested person's name may request the jail roster, a list of persons detained recently in Utah County. The roster may provide the arrestee's name, age, sex, race/ethnicity, location, charges, booking number, booking date, and booking time. The office also provides information on all inmates currently tracked by the Utah County Sheriff's Office on their website.

Individuals may also visit the Utah Sheriff's Office during business hours to find arrest records. However, the requester must provide the suspect's name or booking number to complete the search. In cases where the requester may not remember the suspect's name, the individual may request the roster to search for the necessary arrest information. Requesting to view arrest records through the Sheriff's office may be free, but making copies typically requires a fee.

Alternatively, the Utah Department of Corrections provides an online search tool that allows individuals to find recent arrests in the state. This search may be conducted using the offender's full name and number.

Are Utah Arrest Records Free?

Viewing and inspecting arrest records using official enforcement agency search tools is usually free. However, a nominal fee may be required to make copies of arrest records; additional charges may apply if individuals request certified copies.

Individuals may obtain arrest records for free through a direct online search. Various law enforcement agencies, including local sheriffs and government authorities, provide online search tools where users may look up arrest records and information for free.