Piute County Felony Records
Piute County felony records come from the 6th Judicial District Court in Junction, Utah. These records cover criminal cases filed against people charged with felony offenses in Piute County. You can search Piute County felony records online through the Utah Courts XChange system or visit the courthouse in Junction in person. This guide explains where to look, what you will find, and how to submit a formal request for Piute County felony records under Utah law.
Piute County Quick Facts
How to Find Piute County Felony Records
Piute County felony records are public under Utah law. The two main ways to access them are online through the Utah Courts XChange portal and in person at the Piute County Courthouse in Junction. Each method has its own steps and costs. Choosing the right one depends on how much detail you need and how quickly you need it.
The Utah Courts XChange system lets you search felony records from home. Guest access costs $5 per session plus $0.20 per search. If you search often, a monthly subscription runs $40. Both options give you case summaries, charge information, and hearing dates for Piute County felony cases. You can search by name or case number. Free public access terminals are also available at the Piute County Courthouse for those who prefer not to pay online fees.
Piute County court records go back to approximately 1896. This is a small rural county with a very low volume of felony filings compared to larger Utah counties. Staff at the 6th District Court can help locate older records that may not appear online. Call ahead before visiting to confirm what documents are available and what identification you need to bring.
Note: The Piute County Courthouse is located at 550 N Main in Junction. Court hours are limited, so confirm current hours before making the trip from out of town.
6th Judicial District Court
The 6th Judicial District Court handles all felony cases filed in Piute County. This court covers multiple counties in south-central Utah including Piute, Sevier, Wayne, Garfield, Sanpete, and Beaver. Felony charges in Piute County go through this court from the initial hearing all the way through sentencing and any appeals at the district level.
Court staff can provide copies of case filings, hearing records, and sentencing documents for Piute County felony cases. The clerk's office phone number is 435-577-2840. You can also search the Utah My Case portal for basic case status without paying XChange fees. My Case shows case numbers, parties, and current status for many Piute County felony matters.
All felony convictions in Utah result in a state prison sentence under Utah Code Title 76. The 6th District Court judge imposes the sentence, and the Utah Department of Corrections manages all state prison placements. Records of that sentence become part of the Piute County court file and remain available to the public.
Piute County Sheriff Arrest Records
The Piute County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency in the county. When a person is arrested on felony charges in Piute County, the Sheriff's Office creates an arrest record. This record shows the date of arrest, the charges, and basic identifying information about the person arrested.
The Piute County Sheriff is located at 550 N Main, Junction, UT 84740. The phone number is 435-577-2893. You can contact the office to ask about arrest records or to submit a GRAMA request for law enforcement documents. Because Piute County is very small, the Sheriff's Office handles a limited number of felony arrests each year. Due to the county's size, some inmates may be housed at regional facilities outside of Piute County while awaiting trial.
Arrest records from the Sheriff's Office are separate from court records. An arrest record shows that a person was taken into custody. It does not mean the person was convicted. Court records from the 6th Judicial District show whether charges were filed and how the case ended. You may need both types of records to get a full picture of a Piute County felony case.
Note: Arrest records are public under GRAMA, but certain details may be withheld if a case is still active or if disclosure would interfere with an ongoing investigation.
Piute County Official Resources
The main starting point for Piute County government records is the official county website at piute.gov.
The Piute County website links to all elected offices including the Clerk/Auditor, Recorder/Treasurer, and Sheriff, making it a useful starting point when searching for Piute County felony records or related public documents.
The Piute County Clerk/Auditor office is run by Kali Gleave. Phone: 435-577-2840. Address: 550 N Main, Junction, UT 84740. This office handles county government records and can direct you to the right office for felony record requests in Piute County.
The Clerk/Auditor's office processes GRAMA requests for county government records and can help you find the correct contact for court or law enforcement records in Piute County.
GRAMA Requests for Piute County Records
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act, found at Utah Code ยง 63G-2-201, gives anyone the right to inspect public records at no charge. You can request Piute County felony records by submitting a written GRAMA request to the appropriate agency. For court records, contact the 6th District Court clerk. For arrest records, contact the Piute County Sheriff's Office.
Agencies have 10 business days to respond to a GRAMA request. The first 30 minutes of staff time spent fulfilling a request is free. After that, agencies may charge $25 per hour. Paper copies cost up to $0.50 per page. If your request involves a large number of pages, you may be asked to prepay the estimated cost. You can submit a GRAMA request by mail, in person, or by email to the agency's GRAMA records officer.
If a request is denied, you can appeal to the agency head and then to the State Records Committee. The Utah Open Records Portal at openrecords.utah.gov provides forms and guidance for GRAMA requests statewide. Most Piute County felony records qualify as public records and should be accessible through a standard GRAMA request.
What Piute County Felony Records Show
A Piute County felony court record typically contains the original criminal complaint or information, the charges filed by the prosecutor, any bail or bond orders, hearing dates and minute entries, plea agreements, trial records if applicable, the verdict or judgment, and the sentence imposed by the court. These documents form the official case file kept by the 6th Judicial District Court clerk.
Court records also show the defendant's name, date of birth, and the statute under which charges were filed. They show whether the person pleaded guilty, went to trial, or had charges dismissed. If convicted, the record shows what class of felony was involved and what sentence the judge imposed. Sentencing records may also reference the Utah Department of Corrections for cases involving prison time.
Arrest records from the Piute County Sheriff's Office add detail about the circumstances of the arrest. These records show the date, location, arresting officer, and initial charges. Taken together, court and arrest records give a full picture of a Piute County felony case from initial contact through final disposition.
Note: Some records may be sealed by court order. Juvenile felony records are not public. If you cannot find a record online, it may be restricted or stored only in physical form at the courthouse.
Utah Felony Classes and Penalties
Utah law divides felonies into four classes. Each class carries different penalties. Under Utah Code Title 76, all felony convictions result in a state prison sentence, not a county jail term. Piute County felony records will show which class of felony was charged and what sentence was imposed.
Capital felonies carry the most serious penalties including life in prison or the death penalty. First degree felonies carry a sentence of five years to life and a fine of up to $10,000. Second degree felonies carry one to fifteen years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Third degree felonies carry up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. The class of the felony is always listed in Piute County court records alongside the specific statute charged.
The Utah Department of Corrections at corrections.utah.gov manages all state prison sentences. You can find inmate status information through their online lookup tool. This is useful for tracking the status of a person convicted of a felony in Piute County who has been sent to state prison.
Piute County Recorder and Other Offices
The Piute County Recorder/Treasurer is managed by Shane Millett. Phone: 435-577-2505. Address: 550 N Main, PO Box 116, Junction, UT 84740. While the Recorder primarily handles property documents, this office also maintains cross-reference indexes and provides public viewing of recorded materials.
The Recorder's office in Piute County is not the place to search for felony court records, but it holds official county documents that may be relevant in some cases, such as property liens related to court-ordered restitution.
Expungement of Piute County Felony Records
Utah law allows some people with felony convictions to petition for expungement. If granted, an expungement seals the record from public view. Not all felony convictions are eligible. Capital felonies, first degree felonies, and violent offenses are generally not expungeable. Eligible offenses must meet waiting periods and other conditions before a petition can be filed.
The Bureau of Criminal Identification handles expungement petitions in Utah. You can find eligibility information and forms at bci.utah.gov/expungements. The BCI phone number is (801) 965-4445. A $15 name check fee applies when requesting your own criminal history through the BCI. For a Piute County felony conviction, the petition goes to the 6th Judicial District Court, and the BCI issues a certificate of eligibility before the court hearing.
Once a court grants an expungement, the Piute County felony record is sealed. Law enforcement agencies and courts still have access under specific circumstances, but the record is no longer available to the general public. Expunged records do not appear on standard public searches through XChange or My Case.
Note: Completing the expungement process in Piute County takes several months and requires multiple steps. Consulting an attorney before filing is strongly recommended.
Piute County Sheriff Office
The Piute County Sheriff's Office at piute.gov handles all law enforcement matters in the county and maintains arrest records for felony cases.
Contact the Piute County Sheriff's Office at 435-577-2893 to submit a GRAMA request for arrest records or incident reports related to a Piute County felony matter.
Statewide Criminal History Through BCI
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains statewide criminal history records. A BCI name-based check covers felony and misdemeanor convictions from all Utah counties including Piute County. The fee for a name check is $15. This is useful when you need a complete criminal history rather than just records from one county.
You can reach the BCI at (801) 965-4445 or visit bci.utah.gov. The BCI also maintains the Utah warrant database. You can search active warrants through the state warrant portal at secure.utah.gov/warrants. An active warrant means a judge has ordered law enforcement to take a person into custody, often connected to a felony case in Piute County or another Utah jurisdiction.
Counties Near Piute County
Piute County borders several other Utah counties. If the felony case you are searching for was filed in a neighboring county, you will need to search there. Each county has its own court records and law enforcement records.