Riverton Felony Records Lookup
Riverton felony records are maintained by the 3rd District Court and the Riverton Police Department. Riverton is a city of around 45,000 people in Salt Lake County. Felony cases from Riverton go through the Salt Lake County court system, and those records are open to the public under Utah law. This page explains how to search Riverton felony records online, how to request records through Riverton's GRAMA process, what court filings include, and where to access conviction history through the state Bureau of Criminal Identification.
Riverton Quick Facts
How to Access Riverton Felony Records
Riverton felony records are available through court records and police records. Court records originate with the 3rd District Court and cover the full arc of a felony case from first appearance to sentencing. Police records come from the Riverton Police Department and cover arrests, incidents, and related reports. Riverton is notable for running two separate public records portals: one for city records and one for police records. Knowing which portal to use depends on the type of record you want.
For court records, the fastest search tool is the Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov/xchange. XChange lets you search Riverton felony records by name or case number across all Utah district courts. Guest sessions cost $5 per session plus $0.20 per search result. A monthly subscription runs $40. Free public terminals are available at 3rd District Courthouse locations, and no account is required to use them in person. The West Jordan courthouse at 8080 South Redwood Road is the closest terminal for most Riverton residents.
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification offers a statewide name-based search for conviction records. BCI charges $15 per name check and can be reached at (801) 965-4445. Visit bci.utah.gov for more on BCI services.
Riverton Police Felony Records and GRAMA
The Riverton Police Department is located at 12810 S Redwood Road, Riverton, Utah 84065. The main office can be reached at 385-281-2455. For records-specific questions, call Option 3 for the Records Division. You can also email admin@rivertonpd.org. When a felony arrest occurs in Riverton, the department creates a report that becomes a public record under the Government Records Access and Management Act, Utah Code Title 63G Chapter 2.
Riverton runs two separate NextRequest portals for public records. City records such as city recorder documents and general government records are submitted through cityofrivertonut.nextrequest.com. For police records specifically, use the police department portal at cityofrivertonutpd.nextrequest.com. Both portals allow electronic submission and let you track the status of your request online.
The image below is from the Riverton Police Department's website, showing the department's public-facing presence for record and safety information.
Source: rivertonutah.gov/police
Riverton's records process follows GRAMA standards. Most requests receive a response within 10 business days. The first 30 minutes of staff time are free. Beyond that, agencies may charge $25 per hour. Copies cost $0.50 per page.
The image below shows the Riverton city records portal at NextRequest, which handles non-police public records requests.
Source: cityofrivertonut.nextrequest.com
The City Recorder for Riverton can be reached at (801) 208-3128 or by email at recorder@rivertonutah.gov for questions about city records submissions.
Note: The police NextRequest portal and the city NextRequest portal are separate systems. Submitting to the wrong portal may delay your request.
3rd District Court and Riverton Felony Cases
All felony charges from Riverton are handled by the 3rd Judicial District Court. The 3rd District covers all of Salt Lake County and processes felony arraignments, preliminary hearings, trials, and sentencing. Riverton cases may be heard at the downtown Salt Lake City courthouse or the West Jordan location at 8080 South Redwood Road depending on case type and court scheduling.
Riverton felony case records from the 3rd District include the criminal complaint or information, bail and bond orders, hearing dates and docket entries, the defendant's plea, trial documents, the verdict, and the sentencing order. All these filings are indexed under the case number in XChange. The docket view on XChange shows every document filed and the date submitted. Certified copies of any document can be obtained from the courthouse clerk for a fee.
Note: Court records remain public unless the court issues a sealing order. Some records involving active investigations or juvenile defendants are not public under Utah law.
What Riverton Felony Records Include
Riverton felony records cover different information depending on the source. Police records document the arrest and incident. Court records cover the full legal process. BCI records show the final conviction as reported to the state.
Riverton court felony records typically include:
- Criminal complaint or information listing specific charges
- Arrest warrant or summons if issued
- Bail determination and conditions of release
- Plea entered by the defendant at arraignment
- Trial dates, hearings, and continuances
- Verdict or judgment of the court
- Sentencing order including prison term, fines, and probation conditions
Not all details are public. Courts can seal records or restrict portions under state law. GRAMA allows agencies to withhold records tied to active investigations. Active warrant status for Riverton cases can be checked at secure.utah.gov/warrants.
Utah Felony Classes in Riverton Cases
Utah law defines felony crimes under Utah Code Title 76. The state uses four levels. Capital felonies are the most serious. First degree felonies carry five years to life in prison 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.
All Riverton felony convictions result in state prison time rather than local jail under Utah Code section 76-3-201. The Utah Department of Corrections manages these facilities and offers an offender search at corrections.utah.gov. The felony class for each charge appears on XChange as part of the case record. BCI also tracks felony class as part of the statewide conviction record for Riverton cases.
Expungement of Riverton Felony Records
Some Riverton felony convictions may qualify for expungement. Expungement seals the record from most public access. Capital felonies and first degree felonies are generally not eligible. Certain second and third degree felony convictions may qualify after a waiting period following the full completion of the sentence, probation, and parole.
The Bureau of Criminal Identification manages the first step of the expungement process in Utah. BCI reviews the case and issues a certificate of eligibility if the conviction qualifies. The petitioner then files that certificate with the 3rd District Court, where the Riverton conviction was recorded. The court holds a hearing and makes the final decision. Full details on waiting periods, eligibility, and how to file are at bci.utah.gov/expungements. For general public records access information, visit openrecords.utah.gov.
Note: Even after expungement, some agencies may retain records for law enforcement purposes. An expunged record is sealed from public access but not fully destroyed.
Salt Lake County Felony Records
Riverton is in Salt Lake County. All Riverton felony cases go through the Salt Lake County court system. For county-level resources including the county sheriff, court locations, and broader felony record access, visit the Salt Lake County felony records page.
Nearby Cities in the Riverton Area
Cities near Riverton share the same 3rd District Court for felony cases. Select a city below to find felony records information for that area.