Criminal records in Box Elder County, Utah, can be accessed through several channels, including online tools, official court systems, law enforcement agencies, and the clerk's office. BoxelderCourt.us can help find publicly available criminal case information for Box Elder County. Additional access points include the Utah state court portal, the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office, and the First District Court clerk's office located in Brigham City.
How to Search Criminal Records in Box Elder
There are several ways to search for criminal records in Box Elder County. The method you choose depends on what information you have and what type of record you need.
Through BoxelderCourt.us
Start at BoxelderCourt.us to search for publicly available court record information in Box Elder County. You can look up cases using a defendant's name or case number.
Online via the Utah Courts Xchange System
The state's official case search tool is Xchange, maintained by the Utah State Courts. It contains district court and justice court case information, including criminal cases filed in Box Elder County's First District Court. You can search as a guest or create an account for expanded access. To search, you'll need at least one of the following:
- Defendant's full name (first and last)
- Date of birth
- Case number
Guest searches provide summary case information. Document images filed in district court cases are available for purchase through Xchange.
Warrant Searches
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) offers a free statewide warrant search. This tool checks the Utah Statewide Warrants file and can show whether someone has an active warrant in Box Elder County or elsewhere in the state.
Incarceration Records
- The Box Elder County Jail roster is not available online. Contact the jail directly for information about current inmates.
- For individuals sentenced to state prison, use the Utah Department of Corrections Offender Search. Note that individuals awaiting trial or housed in county jails will not appear in this system.
In Person
Visit the First District Court clerk's office at the Box Elder County Courthouse in Brigham City. Public access terminals may be available for searching court records. Bring a valid photo ID.
First District Court — Box Elder County
By Mail or Written Request
You can submit a written records request to the First District Court clerk's office at the address above. Include the defendant's full name, date of birth (if known), case number (if available), and a return address. For statewide criminal history records, submit a request to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification using the appropriate BCI criminal records forms.
Search Box Elder Criminal Cases by Case Number
If you have a case number, it's the fastest way to pull up a specific record. Utah case numbers follow a standard format:
- Court district prefix — identifies the district (Box Elder County falls under the First District)
- Year — the two-digit year the case was filed
- Case type code — a letter or letters indicating the type of case (e.g., "CR" for criminal, "MC" for misdemeanor criminal)
- Sequential number — a unique number assigned to the case in filing order
For example, a case number like 011900123 would indicate a First District case. Enter the full case number into the Xchange search to retrieve case details including charges, hearing dates, and disposition.
Charges, Case Status, Hearings, and Court Results in Box Elder
Charges
| Element | Description |
|---|---|
| Statute code | The specific Utah Code section the defendant is charged under (e.g., Utah Code 76-6-404 for theft) |
| Severity | Felony (1st, 2nd, or 3rd degree), misdemeanor (Class A, B, or C), or infraction |
| Amended charges | Charges may be reduced or changed through plea negotiations; the amended charge replaces or supplements the original |
Case Status
- Pending — Case has been filed but not yet resolved
- Active — Case is proceeding through the court process
- Disposed — A final decision has been entered (conviction, dismissal, acquittal)
- Closed — All court obligations have been completed, including sentencing terms
Hearing Types
- Arraignment — The defendant is formally advised of charges and enters a plea
- Preliminary hearing — For felony cases; a judge determines whether enough evidence exists to proceed to trial
- Pre-trial conference — A meeting to discuss possible resolution, motions, or trial preparation
- Sentencing — The judge imposes penalties after a guilty plea or conviction
- Review hearing — A follow-up hearing to check compliance with probation or court orders
Court Results
- Guilty — Defendant convicted by plea or verdict
- Not guilty — Defendant acquitted at trial
- Dismissed — Charges dropped by the court or prosecution
- Dismissed with prejudice — Charges cannot be refiled
- Dismissed without prejudice — Charges may be refiled
- Acquitted — Found not guilty after trial
- Plea in abeyance — Defendant enters a guilty plea that is held; if conditions are met, charges may be dismissed
How to Request Certified Criminal Records in Box Elder
Certified copies of court records carry an official court seal and can be used for legal proceedings, background checks, or employment verification. Here's how to obtain them:
Court Records (First District Court)
- Contact or visit the First District Court clerk's office in Brigham City.
- Provide the case number or enough identifying information (defendant's full name, date of birth) for the clerk to locate the record.
- Request a certified copy. The clerk will apply the court seal and signature.
- Pay the applicable fees (see fee section below).
Requests can be made in person or by mail. For mail requests, include a check or money order payable to the First District Court.
First District Court — Box Elder County
Statewide Criminal History Records (BCI)
For a personal criminal history report, submit a request through the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. You'll need to complete the appropriate BCI request form and provide fingerprints and a valid government-issued photo ID. Third-party requests typically require written consent from the individual whose record is being searched.
Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI)
Historical Court Records
Older Box Elder County court records may be archived with the Utah Division of Archives and Records Service, which maintains First District Court historical indexes dating back to 1851.
Fees, Copy Costs, and Processing Times for Criminal Records in Box Elder
Fees for court records in Utah are set by the Utah Judicial Council. The following are standard fees that apply to the First District Court in Box Elder County:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copy of court record (per page) | $0.25 |
| Certified copy of court record | $4.00 per document plus $0.25 per page |
| Xchange guest search (online) | No charge for case summary; document images available for purchase |
| BCI name-based criminal history search | $15.00 |
| BCI fingerprint-based criminal history search | $15.00 (state) / additional fee for FBI check |
Processing Times
- In-person requests at the clerk's office are often fulfilled the same day, depending on volume.
- Mail requests to the court typically take 5–10 business days after receipt.
- BCI criminal history requests may take 2–4 weeks, depending on whether fingerprint processing is required.
- Xchange online searches return results immediately.
Fees are established under the Utah Code of Judicial Administration and the fee schedules published by the Utah State Courts. Contact the clerk's office directly to confirm current fees before submitting payment. Public access to records is governed by Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 (Government Records Access and Management Act), which classifies records as public, private, controlled, or protected.