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Summit County Arrest Records

How To Look Up Arrest Records in Summit County in 2026

SummitRecords.org provides access to publicly available information related to arrest records in Summit County, Utah. Members of the public may find booking records, jail rosters, court case information, and related criminal justice data through official government sources. Available record categories may include arrest logs, booking photographs, charge information, custody status, bond details, and associated court case numbers. The completeness and currency of any record depends on the originating agency and applicable disclosure rules.

Records may be searched through official resources including the Summit County Sheriff's Office, the Utah Courts online portal, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification, and public access terminals located at county facilities. The following sections detail each available method.

Online Methods:

1. County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Summit County Sheriff's Office maintains current jail roster information that members of the public may access online. The Summit County Sheriff's Corrections/Jail Division oversees the county jail and publishes inmate lists that are updated on a regular basis. The current inmate roster, organized alphabetically by name, includes each individual's booking number, housing location, and length of incarceration. Members of the public may view the current inmate list directly through the Sheriff's Office document portal. Archived rosters, such as the March 2024 inmate list, are also available for reference. Search capabilities are limited to name-based browsing of the published roster; the roster is updated periodically as bookings and releases occur.

2. Local Police Departments

In addition to the Sheriff's Office, municipal police departments operating within Summit County may maintain their own arrest logs and press releases. The Park City Police Department serves the county's primary incorporated municipality and periodically publishes arrest-related press releases through its public information office. Members of the public seeking arrest information from a specific city jurisdiction should contact the relevant municipal department directly, as arrest log availability and format vary by agency.

3. County Clerk of Court Case Search

Arrest records are frequently linked to court cases that members of the public may search through the Utah Courts system. Xchange: Public Case Search is a repository of district court and justice court case information maintained by the Utah Courts. Searching by an individual's name may return associated criminal case filings, charge information, hearing dates, and case dispositions. Additional court records and publications are available through the Utah Courts website, including access to electronic case documents where permitted by court rule.

4. State Law Enforcement Database

The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI), a division of the Utah Department of Public Safety, maintains the state's central repository of criminal history records. BCI processes requests for individual criminal history background checks, which may include arrest and disposition information from jurisdictions throughout Utah. Fees apply for background check requests submitted through BCI; the current fee schedule is published on the BCI website. The Utah Department of Corrections Offender Search provides a separate tool for locating individuals currently incarcerated in state prison facilities; individuals held in county jail awaiting trial or sentencing are not listed in the state offender search.

In-Person Access:

Sheriff's Office:

Summit County Sheriff's Office – Administrative Division
6300 N Justice Center Rd
Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-3500
Summit County Sheriff's Administrative Division

The Administrative Division accepts records requests Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Members of the public should bring a valid government-issued photo identification and, where possible, the full name of the subject, the approximate date of arrest, and any known booking number. Fees for copies are assessed at the time of the request in accordance with applicable state law.

Clerk of Court:

Third District Court – Summit County
6300 N Justice Center Rd
Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-4300
Utah Courts

The court clerk's office maintains criminal case files and accepts in-person inspection requests during regular business hours. Copy fees are assessed per page in accordance with the Utah Court fee schedule.

By Mail:

Written records requests may be submitted to the Summit County Sheriff's Office Administrative Division at 6300 N Justice Center Rd, Park City, UT 84098. Each written request should include the subject's full legal name, date of birth, approximate date of arrest, booking number if known, and the requester's full contact information. Payment for copies should be included with the request. Processing time varies based on request volume and record availability.

By Phone:

The Summit County Sheriff's Office may be reached by telephone at (435) 615-3500. Jail-related inquiries, including inmate status, may be directed to the Summit County Jail contact line. Telephone inquiries provide limited information; requesters may be directed to the online roster or an in-person visit for detailed records.

Through Legal Channels:

Attorneys of record may request arrest records and associated investigative materials through formal discovery processes. Subpoenas directed to the Sheriff's Office or the Clerk of Court compel production of records in the context of active legal proceedings. Detailed police reports and investigative files not available through routine public records requests may be obtainable through this channel.

Information Needed for Search:

Full legal name (first and last name at minimum)
Date of birth or approximate age
Approximate date of arrest
Booking number, if known
Jurisdiction of arrest (Sheriff's Office, municipal police, or state agency)

Are Arrest Records Public in Summit County

Arrest records in Summit County are public records subject to disclosure under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), codified at Utah Code § 63G-2. Under current law, records created or maintained by a governmental entity in the course of its official functions are presumed to be public unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Arrest records, booking information, and jail rosters fall within the category of records that government agencies are required to make available to members of the public upon request.

The public interest in arrest records rests on several recognized principles:

Government transparency: Public access to law enforcement activity promotes accountability for the exercise of arrest authority.
Public safety: Disclosure of arrest information allows community members to be aware of criminal activity in their area.
Journalism and research: Members of the press and academic researchers rely on arrest records to document crime trends and evaluate the criminal justice system.
Background screening: Employers, landlords, and licensing agencies may consult arrest records as part of lawful screening processes, subject to applicable restrictions.
Legal proceedings: Parties to civil and criminal litigation may require access to arrest records as evidence or for investigative purposes.

What Arrest Information Is Public:

Arrestee's full name and known aliases
Date and time of arrest
Location of arrest
Arresting agency
Charges filed at the time of arrest
Booking number
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Bond or bail amount and type
Current custody status
Basic demographic information including age and physical description

Limitations on Public Access:

Juvenile arrest records are restricted and may be sealed by operation of law
Expunged arrest records are removed from public access following a court order
Records sealed by court order are not available for public inspection
Information pertaining to active investigations may be withheld to protect investigative integrity
Identities of undercover officers and confidential informants are protected from disclosure
Victim identifying information is restricted in certain categories of cases
Participants in witness protection programs are not identified in public records

Who Can Access Arrest Records:

Members of the general public
Media organizations and journalists
Employers, subject to restrictions under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA)
Landlords, subject to applicable housing discrimination laws
Professional licensing agencies
Background check companies operating in compliance with FCRA
Attorneys and legal professionals
Academic and policy researchers

Restrictions on Use:

Under the federal Fair Credit Reporting Act, consumer reporting agencies that include arrest records in background check reports must comply with accuracy and dispute resolution requirements. Arrests that did not result in conviction may not be reported after seven years in certain employment contexts. Utah does not currently have a statewide "ban the box" law applicable to private employers, though federal contractors are subject to separate requirements. The distinction between an arrest and a conviction is legally significant; an arrest record does not establish guilt.

What's in Summit County Arrest Records

Personal Identification Information:

Full legal name and any aliases or "also known as" names
Date of birth and age at time of arrest
Sex and gender
Race and ethnicity
Height and weight
Eye color and hair color
Identifying marks such as scars or tattoos
Address at time of arrest (may be partially redacted)

Arrest Details:

Date and time of arrest
Location of arrest by street address or general area
Arresting agency (Sheriff's Office, municipal police, or state agency)
Arresting officer name and badge number, where included
Booking date and time
Booking number or arrest number
Warrant information, if the arrest was warrant-based

Charges Information:

Specific criminal charges by name and statute number
Classification of each charge (felony degree or misdemeanor class)
Number of counts for each charge
Domestic violence designation, where applicable
Gang-related designation, where applicable

Booking Information:

Name and location of the booking facility
Intake timestamp
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Fingerprints are collected during booking but are not included in public records

Custody and Bond Information:

Current custody status (in custody, released, or bonded out)
Bond amount as set by the court
Bond type: cash bond, surety bond, personal recognizance, or no bond
Release date and time, if the individual has been released
Release conditions, where publicly available

Court Information:

Court case number assigned following arrest
Court jurisdiction
Scheduled arraignment date
Court location and judge assignment, where available

What's Typically NOT in Public Arrest Records:

Detailed narrative of the arrest or police report
Witness statements
Victim identifying information
Evidence collected during the investigation
Investigative techniques or methods
Medical or mental health information
Social Security number (redacted by law)
Financial account information

Difference Between Arrest Records and Related Documents:

Police reports: Contain detailed incident narratives and investigative information not included in the booking record
Court records: Document legal proceedings that occur after the arrest, including hearings, motions, and dispositions
Criminal records: Reflect convictions and sentences, not merely arrests
Background checks: Compile information from multiple sources including arrest records, court records, and state repositories

How Much Does It Cost to Get Arrest Records in Summit County?

Members of the public may inspect public records at no charge; fees apply to the production of copies. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-203, a governmental entity may charge fees that do not exceed the actual cost of providing the record. Current standard fees for records obtained from the Summit County Sheriff's Office and the Third District Court are as follows:

Record Type	Standard Fee
Paper copies (per page)	$0.25–$0.50 per page (actual cost)
Certification of records	Varies by agency
Electronic copies	Actual cost of duplication
Background check (BCI)	Fee per BCI schedule
Court record copies	Per Utah Courts fee schedule

Accepted payment methods at the Sheriff's Office Administrative Division include cash, check, and money order. The Utah Courts system accepts payment by credit card for online transactions. Fee waivers may be available for indigent requesters or in circumstances where disclosure is determined to be in the public interest, as provided under GRAMA. Inspection of records at a public access terminal is available at no charge during regular business hours. The Summit County Sheriff Forms page provides downloadable forms that may be required to initiate a formal records request.

How To Delete Arrest Records in Summit County

Utah law provides two distinct legal remedies for individuals seeking to limit public access to arrest records: expungement, which results in the sealing or destruction of the record, and sealing, which restricts access without necessarily destroying the underlying document. Under Utah Code § 77-40a, eligible individuals may petition the district court for an expungement order directing law enforcement agencies and the courts to seal records of arrest, investigation, detention, and conviction.

Eligibility for Expungement:

Charges were dismissed or the prosecutor declined to file charges
The individual was acquitted at trial
The conviction is for an eligible offense and the required waiting period has elapsed
No subsequent criminal convictions have occurred during the waiting period
All fines, fees, and restitution have been paid

Offenses Not Eligible for Expungement:

Capital felonies
Felonies resulting in serious bodily injury
Sex offenses requiring registration
Driving under the influence convictions (subject to specific limitations)
Certain violent felony offenses

Steps to Petition for Expungement:

Obtain a certificate of eligibility from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at BCI.
File a petition for expungement with the Third District Court in Summit County, accompanied by the certificate of eligibility and the applicable filing fee.
Serve the petition on the prosecuting agency and any other required parties.
Attend the scheduled hearing; the court will grant the petition if eligibility requirements are met and no objection is sustained.
Upon entry of the expungement order, deliver certified copies to the Sheriff's Office, BCI, and any other agency holding records subject to the order.

Contact for Expungement Matters:

Third District Court – Summit County
6300 N Justice Center Rd
Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-4300
Utah Courts Records

Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification
3888 W 5400 S
Salt Lake City, UT 84129
Phone: (801) 965-4445
BCI – Criminal Identification

What Happens After Arrest in Summit County?

Immediate Post-Arrest Process:

1. Transport to Jail

Following an arrest, the individual is transported to the Summit County Jail, operated by the Summit County Sheriff's Corrections/Jail Division, located at 6300 N Justice Center Rd, Park City, UT 84098. Transport time varies based on the location of the arrest within the county.

2. Booking Process

Upon arrival at the jail, the individual undergoes the booking process, which includes:

Recording of personal identification information
Advisement of Miranda rights, if not previously given
Booking photograph (mugshot)
Collection of fingerprints
Criminal history and outstanding warrant check
Inventory and storage of personal property
Medical and mental health screening
Housing classification

The booking process takes approximately one to four hours depending on facility volume. The Summit County Jail contact page provides information on how to inquire about inmate status and visitation.

3. First Appearance/Initial Hearing

Under Utah law, an arrested individual must be brought before a magistrate without unnecessary delay, and in no event later than 72 hours after arrest, excluding weekends and holidays. At the initial appearance, the court:

Formally notifies the individual of the charges
Determines eligibility for appointed counsel
Sets bond or bail
Advises the individual of their rights

Bond/Bail Process:

Cash Bond: The full bond amount is paid in cash to the jail or court. The amount is refunded at the conclusion of the case, minus applicable fees.

Surety Bond: A licensed bail bondsman posts the full bond amount in exchange for a non-refundable premium, which is set by state regulation.

Personal Recognizance (PR Bond): The individual is released on a written promise to appear, without payment of money, based on community ties, employment history, criminal history, and the nature of the charges.

No Bond: The court may order detention without bond for serious violent offenses, individuals determined to be a flight risk or danger to the community, probation or parole violators, or individuals subject to immigration holds or out-of-state warrants.

4. Release or Continued Detention

If bond is posted, the individual is processed for release, which takes approximately one to eight hours. Written conditions of release and the next court date are provided at the time of release. If bond is not posted, the individual remains in custody, receives a housing assignment, and is oriented to jail rules and services.

Accessing Legal Representation:

Summit County Public Defender
6300 N Justice Center Rd
Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-3800

Individuals who cannot afford private counsel may apply for appointment of a public defender at the initial appearance. Private attorneys may visit clients at the jail by scheduling a confidential consultation through the jail administration.

Charging Decision:

The Summit County Attorney's Office reviews the arrest and determines whether to file formal charges, request additional investigation, decline prosecution, or file different charges. For felony offenses, the prosecutor may present the matter to a grand jury to obtain an indictment.

Arraignment:

At arraignment, the court formally reads the charges and the defendant enters a plea of not guilty, guilty, or no contest. The majority of defendants enter a not guilty plea at arraignment, and the court sets dates for pretrial proceedings.

Court Process Overview:

The pretrial phase includes discovery, pretrial motions, and pretrial conferences. The prosecution and defense exchange evidence, including police reports, witness statements, and physical evidence. Pretrial motions may address suppression of evidence, dismissal of charges, or other legal issues. Cases may be resolved through dismissal, diversion programs, plea agreement, or trial.

Sentencing (if convicted):

Upon conviction, the court imposes a sentence that may include incarceration, probation, fines, restitution, community service, treatment programs, or a combination of these. The defendant receives credit for time served in pretrial detention.

Rights Throughout the Process:

Right to remain silent
Right to counsel
Right to a speedy trial
Right to confront witnesses
Right to present a defense
Right against self-incrimination
Right to appeal a conviction

Important Contacts:

Summit County Sheriff's Office (Jail)
6300 N Justice Center Rd
Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-3500
Summit County Sheriff's Administrative Division

Third District Court – Summit County (Clerk of Court)
6300 N Justice Center Rd
Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-4300
Utah Courts

Summit County Attorney's Office
60 N Main St
Coalville, UT 84017
Phone: (435) 336-3236

What to Do If Arrested:

Remain calm and cooperative with law enforcement
Do not physically resist arrest
Exercise the right to remain silent by politely declining to answer questions
Request an attorney immediately and do not discuss the case until counsel is present
Do not discuss the case with other inmates, family members, or anyone other than an attorney
Contact family or friends to assist with bail if needed
Attend all scheduled court dates without exception
Comply with all conditions of release

How Long Are Arrest Records Kept in Summit County?

Records Retention Overview:

Retention of arrest records in Utah is governed by state law and the records retention schedules established by the Utah State Archives. Under Utah Code § 63A-12, governmental entities are required to maintain records in accordance with approved retention schedules and may not destroy records except as authorized.

Arrest Records Retention by Type:

Felony Convictions:

Retained permanently by the Sheriff's Office, the Clerk of Court, and the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification
Entered into the FBI's National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and Interstate Identification Index (III), where federal retention is permanent

Misdemeanor Convictions:

Retained permanently by the Clerk of Court
Local law enforcement retention follows the applicable state records schedule
State repository retains records indefinitely

Dismissed Charges:

Records may remain in local law enforcement databases unless expunged
Court records are retained according to the applicable schedule and may remain accessible unless sealed by court order
Eligible individuals may petition for expungement to restrict public access

Acquittals:

Court records are retained according to the standard schedule
Local law enforcement records may remain unless expunged
Individuals acquitted of charges are eligible to petition for expungement under Utah law

Charges Not Filed:

Booking records are retained for a period determined by the applicable retention schedule
Individuals whose charges were not filed are among those most readily eligible for expungement

Digital vs. Physical Records:

Digital records maintained in records management systems and court electronic filing systems are retained according to the same schedules as physical records. Mugshot databases maintained by third-party commercial websites are not subject to law enforcement retention schedules and may retain records indefinitely regardless of case outcome. The FCRA requires consumer reporting agencies to maintain accuracy in the records they report, but third-party websites operating outside the consumer reporting framework are not subject to the same obligations.

Retention by Agency:

Summit County Sheriff's Office:
6300 N Justice Center Rd, Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-3500
Sheriff's Administrative Division

Booking records and arrest reports are retained in accordance with the Utah State Archives retention schedule. Investigative files are retained for periods that vary based on the nature and disposition of the case.

Third District Court – Summit County:
6300 N Justice Center Rd, Park City, UT 84098
Phone: (435) 615-4300

Felony case files are retained permanently. Misdemeanor and infraction case files are retained according to the court's approved schedule. Electronic records are retained permanently in the court's case management system.

Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification:
3888 W 5400 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84129
Phone: (801) 965-4445
BCI – Criminal Identification

BCI maintains the state's central criminal history repository and retains records from all jurisdictions in Utah. Records are updated upon receipt of disposition information from courts and law enforcement agencies.

Effect of Disposition on Retention:

Conviction: Records are retained permanently in most databases and appear on background checks indefinitely.
Dismissal: Records may remain in databases unless expunged; dismissed charges are not reported as convictions on background checks.
Expungement: Local records are sealed or destroyed; BCI updates the state repository; the FBI database may retain a notation accessible only to law enforcement.
No charges filed: Shortest retention period; may be eligible for immediate expungement petition.

Impact on Background Checks:

Under the FCRA, most employment background checks are limited to a seven-year reporting window for arrests that did not result in conviction. Convictions may be reported indefinitely. Utah does not currently impose a shorter reporting period by state statute for most employment contexts. Expungement of a record does not guarantee its removal from all commercial databases, as third-party data aggregators may not receive timely updates from law enforcement agencies.

How to Check Retention Status:

Members of the public may contact the Summit County Sheriff's Office Records Division at (435) 615-3500 to inquire about the status of a specific arrest record. A formal public records request submitted under GRAMA may be required to obtain written confirmation of record status. Fees may apply for copies of responsive records.