Search Clearfield Felony Records
Clearfield felony records are public documents held by the 2nd Judicial District Court and the Clearfield Police Department. Clearfield is a Davis County city of about 32,000 residents located near Hill Air Force Base. All felony cases from Clearfield go through the Davis County court system based in Farmington. This page explains how to search Clearfield felony records using online tools and in-person resources, how to file a GRAMA request with the police department, what those records contain, and how to access conviction history through state databases.
Clearfield Quick Facts
How to Access Clearfield Felony Records
Clearfield felony records come from two main sources. Court records are held by the 2nd Judicial District Court in Farmington and cover the full legal process from first appearance to sentencing. Police records are held by the Clearfield Police Department and cover arrest reports and incident documentation. You may need both sources to build a complete picture of a Clearfield felony case.
The Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov/xchange is the primary online tool for searching Clearfield felony cases. Search by name or by case number. Guest sessions cost $5 per session plus $0.20 per search. A monthly subscription is $40 for 500 searches. Free public terminals are available at the 2nd District Courthouse at 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025. No account is needed to use the in-person terminals.
The Utah Courts system also provides statewide case access. Clearfield felony cases are indexed in XChange under Davis County. The 2nd District Court records are accessible the same day a filing is processed. Most hearings, orders, and verdicts appear within one business day of the court entry.
Note: XChange charges for online access but the same records are free to view in person at the Farmington courthouse public terminals during regular business hours.
Clearfield Criminal Records Online Search Tools
The Utah Courts XChange system provides the most direct path to Clearfield court records. The Utah Courts website at utcourts.gov/xchange explains how to set up a guest or subscriber account. Guest access works for single searches. Subscribers get 500 searches per month for $40, which works well for frequent research needs.
The Utah Courts XChange system allows users to search Clearfield felony cases by defendant name, case number, or attorney name, returning docket entries with all filing dates and case status.
The Utah Open Records portal at openrecords.utah.gov provides a central place to submit GRAMA requests to state agencies. City and county agencies handle their own GRAMA requests directly, so Clearfield Police Department records must be requested through the department. The Open Records portal covers state-level records held by agencies like the Department of Public Safety and BCI.
The Open Records portal is a useful starting point for understanding how GRAMA works and for identifying which state agency holds the records you need for Clearfield felony cases.
Note: For Davis County criminal record resources, davisrecords.us/criminal-records is a Davis County resource that may provide additional guidance on accessing criminal history for Clearfield residents.
Clearfield Police Department Felony Records
The Clearfield Police Department maintains arrest records, incident reports, and related documents for felony crimes that occur within Clearfield city limits. These records are public under the Government Records Access and Management Act, Utah Code Title 63G Chapter 2. The department uses a standard records request form (CLFD 49) that asks for your name, mailing address, phone, and email. You can receive records by email, mail, or in-person pickup. If you choose in-person pickup, you have five business days to collect the records once notified they are ready.
Clearfield Police report fees vary by type. A written report only averages $16. A written report with video averages $75. Accident reports cost $25 each. The department also has a special provision for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, who may receive records under different terms. The standard response time is 10 business days. Requests go to the Clearfield Police Department at 55 South State Street, Clearfield, UT 84015. Phone: 801-525-2760.
The Clearfield City Justice Court at the same address handles Class B and C misdemeanors and ordinance violations. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Justice Court does not handle felony charges. All Clearfield felony cases move up to the 2nd District Court in Farmington. The Justice Court can tell you if a charge in its records was referred to the District Court level.
2nd District Court and Clearfield Felony Cases
All felony charges from Clearfield go to the 2nd Judicial District Court located at 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025. This court handles felony arraignments, preliminary hearings, trials, and sentencing for all of Davis County. Court records are searchable through XChange and also available in person at the courthouse. The Davis County website at daviscountyutah.gov provides additional resources for residents seeking court information.
Clearfield felony records held at the 2nd District Court include the criminal complaint or information listing all charges, arrest warrants or summonses, bail and bond conditions, plea entries, hearing and trial dates, the verdict or judgment of the court, and the sentencing order. Any probation or parole conditions are also part of the record. These documents are filed under the case number in XChange. The Davis County Clerk at daviscountyutah.gov/clerk handles county-level records that complement court filings.
The Davis County Sheriff at daviscountyutah.gov/sheriff maintains the county jail, which houses Clearfield inmates awaiting trial or serving short sentences. The Sheriff also processes GRAMA requests for records held by the Sheriff's Office, which covers arrests in unincorporated Davis County. An online inmate roster is available through the Sheriff's website. GRAMA requests for Sheriff records follow the same state timeline of 10 business days.
What Clearfield Felony Records Contain
Clearfield felony records contain different details depending on the source. Police records focus on the arrest: the date, location, charges, and the officer's written account. Court records from the 2nd District cover the full legal process from arraignment through sentencing. BCI records reflect the final conviction as reported to the state database. All three sources contribute to a complete picture of a Clearfield felony case.
Court records for a Clearfield felony typically include the criminal information or complaint, the arrest warrant or summons, bail conditions, the plea entered, hearing dates, the trial record, the verdict, and the sentencing order. Probation terms and fines are also part of the file. Not all records are public. Some portions may be sealed by the court. Portions marked private or protected under GRAMA may be redacted before release. Under Utah Code section 63G-2-201, every person has the right to inspect public records free of charge, though copies carry fees of up to $0.50 per page and $10 for certified copies.
Note: Juvenile records from Clearfield are not public and are handled separately from adult felony records by the courts.
Utah Felony Classes in Clearfield Cases
Utah law classifies felony crimes under Utah Code Title 76. Capital felonies are the most serious and may carry death or life in prison without parole. First degree felonies carry five years to life in prison and fines up to $10,000. Second degree felonies carry one to fifteen years in prison and fines up to $10,000. Third degree felonies carry up to five years in prison and fines up to $5,000. All felony convictions make a person subject to state prison time under Utah Code section 76-3-201.
The class of felony in a Clearfield case determines the sentencing range available to the judge. First and second degree convictions typically result in a Utah Department of Corrections sentence. Third degree convictions can result in jail time, probation, or suspended sentences. The felony class also affects future expungement eligibility. All classes create a conviction record in the 2nd District Court file and in BCI's statewide database. Check the Utah Department of Corrections at corrections.utah.gov for offender search tools covering people in custody or on supervision statewide.
Expungement of Clearfield Felony Records
Some Clearfield felony convictions may be eligible for expungement under Utah law. Expungement seals the record from public view. Capital felonies and first degree felonies are generally not eligible. Some second and third degree felony convictions may qualify after a waiting period once the full sentence is complete, including any probation or parole.
The Bureau of Criminal Identification handles the expungement process statewide. BCI reviews the conviction history and issues a certificate of eligibility if the record qualifies. The petitioner then files in the 2nd District Court in Farmington, which was the original Clearfield case court. The court makes the final decision. For details on eligibility, waiting periods, and how to file, visit bci.utah.gov/expungements. BCI can be reached at (801) 965-4445 during regular business hours.
BCI Statewide Records for Clearfield Criminal History
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at bci.utah.gov provides statewide criminal history checks that include Clearfield felony convictions. BCI charges $15 for a name-based check and $33.25 for a fingerprint-based check. Their office is located at 4315 South 2700 West, Suite 1300, Salt Lake City, UT 84129. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Phone: (801) 965-4445. BCI records pull from courts statewide, including the 2nd District Court for Davis County where Clearfield cases are filed.
BCI also manages warrant search information through the state warrant system. Check for active warrants through secure.utah.gov/warrants. This tool is publicly available and searches active warrant records across Utah, including Davis County warrants tied to Clearfield felony cases.
Davis County Felony Records
Clearfield is located in Davis County. All felony cases from Clearfield go through the Davis County court system and law enforcement structure. For more county-level resources on the county sheriff, county clerk, and broader felony record access, visit the Davis County felony records page.
Nearby Cities in Davis County
Other cities in Davis County share the same 2nd District Court for felony cases. Select a city below to find felony records information for that area.