Criminal records in Davis County, Utah, can be accessed through online tools, official court systems, law enforcement agencies, and the county clerk's office. DavisCourt.us can help find publicly available criminal case information. Additional access points include the Utah State Courts Xchange portal, the Davis County Sheriff's Office, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification, and the Davis County Clerk's office, which handles public records requests under GRAMA.
How to Search Criminal Records in Davis County
Several methods are available for searching criminal records in Davis County. The approach you choose depends on what information you already have and whether you need official or certified documents.
Online Search Options
- DavisCourt.us — Search for publicly available court record information related to Davis County criminal cases. You can search by name or case number.
- Utah Courts Xchange — The statewide public case search portal maintained by the Utah State Courts. It includes district court and justice court case data. Davis County falls within the Second Judicial District. You can search by party name, case number, or attorney. Note that some records may be classified as private under Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.02.
- MyCourtCase — If you are a party to a case, this Utah State Courts system lets you view your own case history, upcoming hearings, and documents online.
- Davis County Sheriff's Inmate Roster — View individuals currently booked into the Davis County Jail.
- Utah Department of Corrections Offender Search — Find out if someone is currently incarcerated by or on probation/parole with the state. Search by name or UDC ID number.
- Utah Statewide Warrant Search — A free search of the statewide warrants file (SWW) maintained by the Bureau of Criminal Identification. The Davis County Justice Court also directs users to this tool for warrant lookups.
- Utah Department of Public Safety — Access state offender registries, including sex and kidnap offender registries.
In Person
- Visit the Second District Court clerk's office in Farmington to search court records or use public access terminals.
- Visit the Davis County Justice Court for misdemeanor and infraction-level case records handled at the justice court level.
By Mail or Written Request
- Submit a written request to the Davis County Clerk's office under GRAMA (Government Records Access and Management Act) for county-held records such as arrest reports and booking records.
- For a formal Utah criminal history report, submit a request to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI). This is called a "Right of Access" request.
What You Need to Search
- Full name of the individual (first and last name at minimum)
- Date of birth (helpful but not always required for court searches)
- Case number (if known — speeds up the search significantly)
- UDC ID number (for state corrections searches)
Search Davis County Criminal Cases by Case Number
Utah court case numbers follow a standardized format that tells you the court location, year, and case type at a glance. A typical case number looks like this:
Example: 021200345
- First three digits (021) — Court identifier. For Davis County, Second District Court cases begin with the court's assigned number.
- Next two digits (20) — The year the case was filed (2020 in this example).
- Remaining digits (0345) — The sequential case number assigned by the court.
Case numbers may also include a prefix or suffix indicating case type:
- CR — Criminal
- MC — Misdemeanor Criminal (justice court)
- FJ — Felony
If you have a case number, enter it directly into the Xchange portal or provide it to the court clerk. This is the fastest way to pull up a specific case. The Davis County Justice Court also requires a case number for online payment lookups, which can confirm whether a case exists.
Charges, Case Status, Hearings, and Court Results in Davis County
Charges
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Statute Code | Utah Code section under which the defendant is charged (e.g., Utah Code § 76-5-103 for assault) |
| Severity | Felony (1st, 2nd, or 3rd degree), Class A/B/C Misdemeanor, or Infraction |
| Amended Charges | Charges may be amended by the prosecutor — reduced, added, or changed before disposition |
| Enhancement | Additional penalties based on prior convictions, weapon use, or other aggravating factors |
Case Status
- Pending — Case is open and awaiting resolution
- Active — Proceedings are underway (hearings scheduled, motions pending)
- Disposed — Case has reached a final outcome (conviction, dismissal, acquittal)
- Closed — All obligations fulfilled, no further court action expected
Hearing Types
- Arraignment — Initial court appearance where charges are read and a plea is entered
- Preliminary Hearing — For felony cases; judge determines whether probable cause exists to proceed to trial
- Pre-Trial Conference — Meeting between parties to discuss plea negotiations, motions, or trial readiness
- Trial — Bench or jury trial where evidence is presented
- Sentencing — Judge imposes penalties after a guilty plea or conviction
- Review Hearing — Follow-up hearing to check compliance with probation or other court orders
Court Results (Dispositions)
- Guilty — Defendant convicted by plea or verdict
- Not Guilty — Acquitted at trial
- Dismissed — Charges dropped by the court or prosecution
- Dismissed with Prejudice — Charges cannot be refiled
- Dismissed without Prejudice — Charges could potentially be refiled
- No Contest (Nolo Contendere) — Defendant does not contest the charges; treated as a conviction for sentencing
- Plea in Abeyance — Guilty plea is held and may be dismissed if conditions are met (common in Utah)
How to Request Certified Criminal Records in Davis County
The office you contact depends on the type of record you need.
Court Records (Case Files, Judgments, Dispositions)
Certified copies of court records are obtained from the clerk of the court where the case was filed. For felony and higher-level misdemeanor cases in Davis County, this is the Second District Court in Farmington. For lower-level misdemeanors and infractions, contact the Davis County Justice Court.
Second District Court — Farmington (Davis County)
You can request copies in person at the clerk's window. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. If requesting by mail, include the case number, your name, contact information, and a check or money order for the applicable fees.
County-Held Records (Arrest Reports, Booking Records)
Records maintained by the Davis County Sheriff's Office — such as arrest reports, booking records, and criminal history files — can be requested through the Davis County Clerk's office under GRAMA. The Clerk serves as the Chief Administrative Officer for public records requests.
Submit a GRAMA request in writing. Include a detailed description of the records sought and your contact information. Some records classified as private or controlled under GRAMA may be restricted.
Statewide Criminal History (BCI)
For an official Utah criminal history report, submit a "Right of Access" request to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. You will need to provide your fingerprints and a valid photo ID for your own record. Third-party requests require written authorization from the subject or a qualifying statutory basis.
Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times for Criminal Records in Davis County
| Service | Fee | Source / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Court record copies (per page) | $0.25 | Utah Code § 78A-2-301; standard court copy fee |
| Certified court document | $4.00 per document plus copy fees | Utah Code § 78A-2-301 |
| Xchange online case search | $0.10 per search (subscriber account required) | Utah State Courts |
| BCI Right of Access (personal criminal history) | $20.00 | Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification |
| GRAMA request (Davis County) | Varies; first 15 minutes of staff time may be free; additional time and copies billed at actual cost | Utah Code § 63G-2-203; Davis County Clerk's Office |
| Warrant search (statewide) | Free | BCI Statewide Warrants file |
| Inmate roster search (Davis County Jail) | Free | Davis County Sheriff's Office |
Processing Times
- Online searches (Xchange, warrant search, inmate roster) — Immediate results
- In-person court record copies — Typically same day if records are readily available
- GRAMA requests — The county must respond within 10 business days, with a possible 5-business-day extension under Utah Code § 63G-2-204
- BCI criminal history report — Processing generally takes 4–6 weeks when submitted by mail; in-person requests at the BCI office may be faster
Payment methods vary by office. The court clerk typically accepts cash, check, and money order. BCI accepts checks and money orders. Confirm accepted payment methods before visiting or mailing a request.