Court records in Box Elder County, Utah can be searched through several channels. BoxelderCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases in the county. You can also search records through the Utah Courts Xchange online portal, visit the court clerk's office at the Box Elder County courthouse in Brigham City, or use public-access terminals available at the courthouse. These resources cover district court and justice court case information filed in Box Elder County.
Box Elder Court System & Jurisdictions
Box Elder County is part of Utah's First Judicial District, which was established in 1851 and also includes Cache County and Rich County. Two main court levels operate in the county:
First District Court — Box Elder County
The Box Elder County District Court is a court of general jurisdiction. It handles:
- Criminal cases — felonies and serious misdemeanors
- Civil lawsuits — contract disputes, personal injury, and claims exceeding the small claims limit
- Family law — divorce, custody, child support, protective orders, and adoptions
- Probate — estates, guardianships, and conservatorships
- Small claims appeals — appeals from justice court small claims decisions
Justice Court
Justice courts in Box Elder County handle lower-level matters, including:
- Class B and C misdemeanors
- Small claims (up to $11,000)
- Infractions and non-criminal traffic offenses
Cases typically enter the justice court system through a citation or a summons, as described on the Box Elder County court information page. If you are unsure which court holds the docket you need, start by searching on Xchange, which indexes both district court and justice court records statewide.
Box Elder Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
Court calendars for Box Elder County cases are managed through the Utah State Courts system. To find today's, tomorrow's, or this week's hearings:
- Visit the Xchange public case search.
- Search by party name or case number and select the First District Court (Box Elder location).
- Open the case detail to view scheduled hearing dates, times, and courtroom assignments.
The Utah State Courts website also publishes general calendar information and may list oral argument schedules for appellate matters. For same-day schedule changes or courtroom assignments, contact the clerk's office directly at the courthouse in Brigham City.
Public hearings are generally open to attend in person. Certain family law and juvenile proceedings may be closed or restricted under Utah law.
How to Get a Copy of a Box Elder Court Document
You can obtain court documents from Box Elder County cases through three main channels:
Online via Xchange
- Search for the case on Xchange.
- Summary case information (parties, charges, dispositions, hearing dates) is available for free as a guest or with a registered account.
- Images of public documents filed in district court cases are available for purchase through Xchange.
- Some civil case records became private under Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.02 (effective April 1, 2012), so not every filing will appear online.
In Person at the Clerk's Office
Visit the court clerk at the First District Court in Brigham City. Bring the case number or the full names of the parties involved. You can request:
- Uncertified copies — plain photocopies of public filings
- Certified copies — stamped and signed by the clerk, typically needed for legal proceedings, real estate transactions, or filings in another court
By Mail
Send a written request to the clerk's office at the address above. Include:
- The case number (if known)
- Full names of the parties
- A description of the documents you need
- Whether you need certified or uncertified copies
- A self-addressed stamped envelope
- Payment (check or money order payable to the Utah State Courts)
Electronic Filing Portal
Attorneys and self-represented parties who are active in a case can access and file documents through the Utah Courts e-filing system.
Historical Records
Older Box Elder County court records — particularly those predating the electronic case management system — may be archived with the Utah Division of Archives, which maintains digitized indexes for First District Court (Box Elder County) cases.
Box Elder Court Records Fees & Payment
Court record fees in Utah are set by the Utah Judicial Council under the authority of Utah Code § 78A-2-301. The following schedule reflects standard fees for Utah district courts, including the First District Court in Box Elder County:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Xchange case search (guest access — summary data) | Free |
| Xchange registered account (per search result) | Varies; see Xchange site for current pricing |
| Xchange document image | Per-page fee applies; see Xchange site |
| Photocopy of court document (per page, at clerk's office) | $0.25 |
| Certification of a document | $4.00 per document |
| Exemplified copy (additional certification for out-of-state use) | Additional fee may apply |
Payment methods at the clerk's office:
- Cash, check, or money order payable to Utah State Courts
- Credit/debit cards may be accepted — confirm with the clerk before visiting
Important notes:
- Fees are subject to change. Verify current amounts with the clerk's office or the Utah State Courts website before submitting payment by mail.
- Certain records — including sealed cases, juvenile matters, adoption files, and some civil records classified as private — are not available to the general public regardless of payment. Access restrictions are governed by Utah Code § 63G-2 (Government Records Access and Management Act) and applicable court rules.
- Requests for your own criminal history should be directed to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI), not the court clerk.