Wasatch County Arrest Records

Wasatch County arrest records are official documents generated when a person is taken into custody for allegedly committing a crime. These records provide information about the arrestee and details of the arrest, the charges filed, any resulting convictions, and the overall circumstances surrounding the arrest. Criminal offenses can be classified as infractions, misdemeanors, or felonies, each carrying distinct legal repercussions.

Law enforcement officers in Wasatch County have the authority to arrest when they possess probable cause to believe that a person has committed or is about to commit a criminal offense. Additionally, officers may arrest individuals who fail to obey court orders or neglect to appear in court. An arrest can occur with or without a warrant, depending on the circumstances.

In Wasatch County, Utah, arrest records are usually maintained by the local law enforcement agency that prepared them. These records serve as critical documentation to initiate criminal proceedings. Therefore, individuals seeking these documents may find them through background checks or by reviewing Wasatch County Court records.

Are Arrest Records Public in Wasatch County?

Yes. Wasatch County arrest records are classified as public records under the Utah State Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). This statute mandates that arrest records, similar to most other court documents, must be made accessible to members of the public upon request. Agencies must fulfill these requests within a reasonable time frame.

Nevertheless, the Utah Code of Judicial Administration (UCJA Rule 4-202.02) specifies that some court records are subject to confidentiality restrictions. These may include:

• Juvenile court records
• Medical, mental health, or psychological records
• Adoption records
• Documents associated with child welfare or neglect court cases
• Files that contain personally identifiable information (such as financial accounts and Social Security numbers)
• Records naming minors who are victims of specific crimes (e.g., sexual offenses)
• Sealed records
• Expunged records
• Records addressing child abuse, neglect, or welfare concerns
• Protected records
• Information regarding domestic or protective orders
• Files containing sensitive financial information
• Reports involving confidential informants
• Guardian and conservator reports
• Ongoing court case records

What Do Public Arrest Records Contain?

Public arrest records in Wasatch County typically include the following:

• The suspect's full legal name
• Date of birth
• Physical description (height, weight, scars, tattoos, hair color, eye color, or other identifiable features)
• Arrest information (location, date and time, name of the arresting agency, and arresting officer)
• Charges and offense information (criminal charges, classification, applicable statutes, warrants, or local ordinances violated)
• Case information
• Custody status (including bail, bond details, or release status)
• Booking data (date and time of booking, booking number, detention facility, fingerprint records, and mugshot)

Wasatch County Arrest Statistics

According to the Fiscal Year 2023 Crime Statistics report, there were 406 arrests reported in 2023. Of these, 177 were classified as State Felony cases (43.6%), 136 were other misdemeanor cases (33.5%), and 78 were misdemeanor DUI cases (19.2%). Another 15 cases (3.7%) fell under the "Not Applicable" category.

Find Wasatch County Arrest Records

Interested members of the public can find Wasatch County arrest records by utilizing the Offender Search Portal maintained by the Utah State Department of Correction. Record seekers may proceed thus:

• Visit the Utah Department of Corrections website.
• Scroll down and click the "Offender Search Tool" link
• Researchers may search for an arrest record by providing the suspect's full name or the case number and then click the "Search" button.
• Select the given record from the list of search results and print it.

Researchers may also obtain a Wasatch County arrest record via email. To do so, they will be required to provide the suspect's full name, the county of arrest, and the reason for the request and mail it to corrections@utah.gov. Physical requests may be made to the following address:

Utah Department of Corrections
Records Bureau
#14717 S. Minuteman Drive
Draper, UT 84020

Free Arrest Record Search in Wasatch County

The Wasatch County Sheriff's Office holds records of inmates arrested by its agency and booked into the county jail. Thus, interested members of the public may obtain a record from the Sheriff's Office by completing a GRAMA request form and mailing it to the following address with the appropriate fees:

Wasatch County Sheriff's Office
#1361 S. Highway 40
Heber City, Utah 84032

Alternatively, requests can be made via email to wcsorecords@wasatch.utah.gov or fax to (435) 657-3580.

How Long Do Arrests Stay on Your Record?

Arrest details remain on a person's record indefinitely. In Wasatch County, Utah, the sole method for removing arrest information is sealing or expungement.

Expunge Wasatch County Arrest Records

Under Utah Code § 77-40-104, certain individuals may petition for expungement of their arrest records. Expungement involves completely removing or nullifying the record. The process duration can vary, sometimes taking up to a year, depending on the type of case. Some examples of eligible cases in Wasatch County include:

• Arrests that did not result in charges
• Arrests that led to charges later dismissed
• Minor infractions, including certain traffic offenses
• Certain Class C misdemeanors, like disorderly conduct
• Some Class B misdemeanors, such as property theft under $500 in value
• Select Class A non violent misdemeanors, for example, drug possession
• Juvenile records
• Specific traffic-related criminal offenses, excluding serious infractions like DUI
• First-time drug possession cases

Wasatch County Arrest Warrants

A Wasatch County arrest warrant is a legal order signed by a judge or magistrate authorizing law enforcement officers to detain a specific individual suspected of criminal activity. To issue such a warrant, a judge must review a police officer's sworn statement and determine that probable cause exists. A Wasatch County warrant usually includes:

• The suspect's full name
• Physical description
• The alleged offense(s)
• The issuing judge's name and signature
• The date and place of issuance

Do Wasatch County Arrest Warrants Expire?

No. Wasatch County arrest warrants remain active until the individual is taken into custody, passes away, or surrenders. Furthermore, the court may recall or cancel a warrant under certain circumstances.