Find American Fork Felony Records
American Fork felony records are held by the 4th District Court and the American Fork Police Department. American Fork is a city in Utah County with around 35,000 residents. Felony cases from American Fork go through the Utah County court system, and those records are public under Utah law. This page explains how to search American Fork felony records online, how to request arrest records under GRAMA, what court filings contain, and how to use state tools for conviction data and warrant checks.
American Fork Quick Facts
How to Search American Fork Felony Records
American Fork felony records come from the court system and from law enforcement. Court records come from the 4th District Court and include all filings from the first charge through the final sentence. Police records come from the American Fork Police Department and cover arrests and incident reports from within the city. Both sources are public under Utah law, but each one captures a different part of the process.
The Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov/xchange is the best online starting point for American Fork felony records. You can search by name or case number. Guest sessions cost $5 plus $0.20 per search result. The monthly plan is $40. Free public terminals are available at the 4th District Court, which serves Utah County and has a courthouse in American Fork. You do not need an account to use the in-person terminals.
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification offers name-based conviction checks. BCI charges $15 per name search. Their number is (801) 965-4445. BCI pulls from a statewide conviction database that includes American Fork felony cases. Go to bci.utah.gov for details on requesting a BCI report.
Note: XChange shows detailed case docket information. BCI shows only final conviction outcomes. For dismissed charges or acquittals, you need the XChange record, not the BCI report.
American Fork Police Department Records
The American Fork Police Department maintains arrest records and incident reports for crimes that occurred in the city. Their address is 51 E Main, American Fork, UT 84003, and their phone is (801) 763-3000. When someone is arrested in American Fork on felony charges, the department creates a report that becomes a public record under the Government Records Access and Management Act, Utah Code Title 63G Chapter 2.
GRAMA requests for American Fork Police records can be submitted in person or by mail. Bring a valid photo ID when requesting records in person. GRAMA requires the department to respond within 10 business days. The first 30 minutes of staff processing time is free. After that, the agency can charge $25 per hour. Physical copies cost $0.50 per page. The Utah open records portal at openrecords.utah.gov can help you identify the right contact for submitting a request.
The image below is from the Utah Open Records portal, which provides guidance on submitting GRAMA requests to agencies like the American Fork Police Department.
Source: openrecords.utah.gov
The open records portal is a useful resource for anyone who is unsure which agency holds the record they are looking for. It also explains the GRAMA process and your rights as a requestor in Utah.
Utah County Sheriff and American Fork Inmate Records
The Utah County Sheriff's Office provides countywide law enforcement and operates the county jail. Inmates arrested in American Fork on felony charges are often booked into the Utah County jail. The Sheriff's Office at sheriff.utahcounty.gov maintains an online inmate search tool.
You can search current inmates at sheriff.utahcounty.gov/corrections/inmateSearch. This tool shows current bookings and recent releases from the Utah County jail. It is a good starting point if you need to confirm whether someone is in custody following a felony arrest in American Fork. Sheriff arrest records are also subject to GRAMA, so you can request them using the same process as city police records.
Note: The Utah County Sheriff GRAMA process is separate from the American Fork Police Department process. Each agency handles its own records requests.
4th District Court and American Fork Felony Cases
All felony charges from American Fork go through the 4th Judicial District Court. This court handles arraignments, preliminary hearings, trials, and sentencing for all of Utah County, including American Fork. The 4th District has a courthouse in American Fork as well as locations in Provo. Court staff can help with in-person record requests during weekday business hours.
American Fork felony case records at the 4th District include the criminal complaint or information, bail orders, hearing transcripts, jury instructions, verdict forms, and the judgment of conviction or acquittal. Sentencing orders with prison terms, fines, and probation conditions are filed there as well. All of these documents are public unless the court seals them. XChange searches show the complete docket for each filed case.
The Utah State Archives at archives.utah.gov may hold older American Fork court records that have not been fully digitized. If you are looking for a case from many years ago and it does not appear in XChange, the archives may be your next step.
The image below is from the Utah State Archives site, which holds older government records including court documents from the 4th District.
Source: archives.utah.gov
The archives are a good resource when online court systems do not have the record you need. Staff can help locate older case files from American Fork and Utah County.
What American Fork Felony Records Include
American Fork felony records vary depending on where they come from. Police records from the American Fork Police Department focus on the arrest: the date, charges, and the officer's written account. Court records from the 4th District cover the legal case from first appearance through sentencing. BCI records show the final conviction status as reported statewide.
Court felony records for American Fork cases typically include:
- Criminal information listing all charges
- Arrest warrant or summons documents
- Bail and bond conditions
- Entered plea of the defendant
- Hearing and trial dates with outcomes
- Verdict or court judgment
- Sentencing order with prison time, fines, and probation terms
Some parts of a file can be sealed or withheld. Juvenile records are not public. Files tied to ongoing investigations may be restricted until the case ends.
Felony Classes in American Fork Court Cases
Utah defines felony crimes under Utah Code Title 76. There are four classes. Capital felonies carry the most serious penalties. First degree felonies carry five years to life and fines up to $10,000. Second degree felonies carry one to fifteen years and fines up to $10,000. Third degree felonies carry up to five years and fines up to $5,000.
Under Utah Code section 76-3-201, felony offenses result in state prison time rather than county jail. The Utah Department of Corrections manages state prison facilities for people convicted of felonies in American Fork and elsewhere in Utah. The class listed in an American Fork felony record tells you which sentencing range the court applied.
Expungement of American Fork Felony Records
Some American Fork felony convictions may qualify for expungement. Expungement seals the record from public access and removes it from most searches. Capital and first degree felonies are generally not eligible. Certain second and third degree felonies may qualify after a waiting period following full completion of the sentence, including any probation or parole term.
BCI handles the certificate of eligibility for expungement in Utah. After BCI issues the certificate, the petitioner files a petition in the court where the conviction happened, which for American Fork cases means the 4th District Court. The judge then decides whether to grant the order. Learn more about eligibility and required steps at bci.utah.gov/expungements.
Note: An expungement seals the record but does not erase it entirely. Some government agencies and courts can still access sealed records under specific legal circumstances.
Utah County Felony Records
American Fork is in Utah County. All felony cases from American Fork go through the Utah County court system. For county-level information on the sheriff, courthouse locations, and record access options, visit the Utah County felony records page.
Nearby Cities in Utah County
Other Utah County cities use the same 4th District Court for felony cases. Select a city below for felony records information in that area.