Cache County Arrest Records

Generally, law enforcement agencies create arrest records to account for individuals in their custody and the offenses they commit. Law enforcement agencies in Cache County may arrest an individual if there is

• Evidence of criminal act
• An in-progress crime
• Public safety concerns
• A parole, probation, or bail condition violation
• A disregard for court orders or summons
• An arrest warrant for the individual.

Cache County arrest records are precursor documents for criminal case prosecutions within the county's District, Juvenile, and Justice Courts; as such, they are part of Cache County court records.

In Cache County, the Sheriff's Office, local police departments, and the Utah Highway Patrol generate arrest records as legal evidence of arrests for criminal offenses.

Cache County arrestees and convicts are housed at the Cache County Jail under the supervision of the Cache County Sheriff's Office and in conjunction with the Utah Department of Corrections.

Are Arrest Records Public in Cache County?

Per Chapter 2, Title 63g of the Utah Code, Cache County arrest records are public documents and accessible to interested individuals. However, access to some records is subject to restrictions for privacy and security reasons. Per federal and Utah State laws, the public cannot access arrest records of

• Minors
• Active judicial or law enforcement investigations
• Sensitive information that may pose security risks
• Sealed or Expunged cases.

Also, Cache County arrest records that may expose victim or witness information are exempt from public disclosure. Notwithstanding public exemption to the above records, they are accessible through subpoenas and to law enforcement and other authorized government agencies.

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Generally, arrest records give details of arrest, and encompass information about the arrestees, the offense, processing, and bail information. A typical arrest record contains

• The arrestee's personal information such as name, gender, race, address, date of birth, and physical description
• Location and date of arrest
• Name of arresting officers and agency
• Charges against the record owner
• Mugshots and fingerprints
• Bail and Bond details.

Cache County Crime Rate

Cache Crime data from various law enforcement agencies in Cache County show varying trends for some crimes within the county from 2019 to the first quarter of 2024. According to law enforcement agencies reports to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation, there were 4,522 crimes against persons, and 9,491 property-related crimes in Cache County between 2019; and, the first quarter of 2024. Within this timeframe, larceny-theft was the most consistent crime within Cache County. In 2023, participating law enforcement agencies reported 1,035 larceny/theft cases to the Utah State Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) Program. This figure is more than 30% higher than the 792 cases of drug/narcotic violations (the next highest crime) within the period. Also, there were over 1,000 Larceny-theft cases in 2022 compared to 886 cases of drug/narcotic violations.

Cache County Arrest Statistics

Arrest statistics from the BCI show a mixed trend in the number of arrests within Cache County. In 2023, law enforcement agencies reported 1,998 arrests to the Utah UCR program, and in the first quarter of 2024, 703 individuals were taken into custody by law enforcement agencies in Cache County for various offenses. The tables below outline the monthly and yearly arrest statistics for Cache County from 2019 to April 2024.

Data Source: Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation.

Find Cache County Arrest Records

There are several options for accessing Cache County arrest records using state or federal resources. To find Cache County arrest records:

• Visit the Cache County Sheriff's Office website

• Scroll down and click the Who Has Been Booked to access the Arrest & Booking page for information about individuals taken into custody by the Sheriff's Office in the previous 30 days

• Access the Cache County Current Inmate List through the County Sheriff's website for arrest records of serving jail terms at the Cache County Jail

• Visit the Cache County Sheriff's Office at

1225 West Valley View (200 North)
Logan,
UT 84321

• Visit the Utah Courts Xchange Public Case Search Portal, subscribe, or use a One-time Use Account to log in and access arrest records relating to Cache County criminal trials.
• Contact Cache County local police departments and make a Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) request to access arrest records in their custody.

In addition, interested persons can access their arrest records through the BCI Criminal History Report request.

Free Arrest Record Search in Cache County

For free access to Cache County arrest records, log in to the Cache County Sheriff's Office Arrest & Booking Page, or visit the Cache County Jail Current Inmate List. Alternatively, search for Cache County arrest records through third-party online databases. Some private websites may offer free access to limited information about Cache County arrests.

Get Cache County Criminal Records

Criminal records refer to official documents on individuals' criminal activities and prosecutions. In Cache, these encompass Cache County arrest records and documents relating to criminal case trials, convictions, sentencing, incarceration, probations, and paroles.

There are several methods to access Cache County criminal records. To get Cache County criminal records:

• Call or visit the Cache County District Court at

The First District Court - Cache County Courthouse,

135 North 100 West, Logan,
UT 84321
Phone: (435) 750-1300

• Log in to the Utah Courts Xchange database and search for records on Cache County criminal case prosecutions
• Visit the Cache County Sheriff's Office or local police departments, and make an official request to access criminal records in their possession
• Search for Cache County criminal records online on third-party databases, some private websites may offer access to Cache County court records
• Call the Utah State Library at (801) 238-7990 or email library@utcourts.gov and request access to Cache County criminal records in their archives.

Cache County Arrest Records Vs. Criminal Records

Cache County arrest and criminal records are law enforcement documents. However, there are several distinctions between both documents. An arrest record provide information about individuals taken into custody by law enforcement. On the other hand, a criminal record gives a comprehensive detail of an individual's criminal history (including arrest record, prosecutions, convictions, sentencing, incarceration, probation, and paroles.

Law enforcement agencies create arrest records to detail the personal information of arrestees, their crimes, and the conditions for release. Cache County arrest records are precursor documents for criminal case prosecutions. In addition to arrest information, Cache County criminal records provide a detailed account of prosecutions, convictions, and incarceration of criminals.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Without a legal intervention, an arrest may stay on a record indefinitely. However, per the Utah Expungement Act, an eligible individual can seal or remove an arrest from their records if they fulfill the requirements.

Expunge Cache County Arrest Records

Utah laws permit the sealing or expunging of Cache County arrest records if their owner fulfills the requirements outlined in Title 77, Chapter 40, Section 302 of the Utah Code.

Utah laws allow the expungement of Cache County arrest records if

• An arrest does not lead to a legal prosecution
• The court dismisses all charges against the arrestee without prejudice or conditions
• There is acquittal of all charges against the individual
• There is a conviction, but the individual has completed the sentence.

Also, the following waiting period applies:

Dismissals - 30 to 180 days

Class A Misdemeanor - 5 years

Class B Misdemeanor - 4 years

Class C Misdemeanor - 3 years

Eligible Felonies - 7 years

DUI/DWI/Impaired Driving - 10 years.

Notwithstanding, it is crucial to note that Utah laws do not permit the expungement of Cache County arrest records for

• Capital Felonies
• First-Degree Felonies
• Violent Felonies
• Automobile Homicide
• Felony DUI (Driving Under the Influence)
• Registry-Eligible Sex Offenses
• Offenses Involving a Child Victim Under 14 Years Old
• Convictions Resulting in Prison Sentences
• Federal and Military Convictions
• Habitual Offender Status
• Individuals having pending Criminal Charges.

The following steps are a guide on how to remove or seal an arrest information from a Cache County record:

• Download an Application for Criminal History Form from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI)
• Complete the Application Form and make a formal request to the BCI for a certificate of eligibility. These include
  • submission of fingerprints (obtainable through law enforcement agencies or fingerprinting services)
  • Payment of a non-refundable $65.00 fee for background checks
  • The BCI will issue a certificate of eligibility if the individual is eligible for sealing of records
• Download an Application for Expungement of Adult Criminal History Form from the Utah Department of Public Safety's website (this form may also be available at the Cache County Court Clerk's Office)
• Fill out the application form, attach the certificate of eligibility, and file a petition for the expungement of arrest record at the Cache County District Court at

135 N 100 W,
Logan,
UT 84321

• Serve copies of the petition to the Cache County Attorney's Office and law law enforcement agency responsible for the arrest
• Wait for the court to review the case; attend any hearing relating to answer questions and defend the petition against any opposition that may arise
• If the court grants the petition, it issues an order for the sealing of the record or its removal from public domains
• Ensure that the relevant agencies receive copies of the court ruling and seal or remove the record from public access
• Keep copies of all documents relating to the expungement.

Cache County Arrest Warrants

An arrest warrant is a legal document issued by the court authorizing law enforcement to take an individual into custody. In Cache County, a judge or magistrate of the District, Juvenile, or Justice Court may issue an arrest warrant if the law enforcement has probable cause. To obtain an arrest warrant, law enforcement agencies must provide evidence of a crime, intention to commit a crime, or prove that an individual is a security risk.

Arrest warrants contain information about the subject of an arrest, and the instructions on the conditions of arrest. For instance, a Cache County arrest warrant information includes

• Name and physical description of the subject
• Charges against the wanted person
• Time and location of arrest
• Name and signature of the issuing judge/magistrate, and the court that issued the warrant.

Cache County Arrest Warrant Search

To search for Cache County arrest warrants

• Visit the Cache County Sheriff's Office website and look for information on active warrants, or visit the Cache County Sheriff's Office at

60 West 100 North
Logan,
UT 84321.

• Log in to the Utah Statewide Warrants Search Portal and use a name to look for information about persons wanted by law enforcement in Cache County
• Search for Cache County active warrants on local media websites and public notice boards.

Do Cache County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No, Cache County warrants records do not expire (this also applies to the rest of the United States). An arrest warrant will remain active until law enforcement takes the subjects into custody. However, the court may recall an arrest warrant, or the demise of the defendant may render it inactive.