Weber County Felony Records
Weber County felony records are public court documents held by the 2nd Judicial District Court in Ogden. Weber County is the third-largest county in Utah and one of the most active for criminal court filings. The county seat is Ogden, a major city in northern Utah. Felony cases here cover a wide range of serious criminal charges. Searching Weber County felony records lets you find case histories, conviction outcomes, and court filings for cases handled in Ogden and the surrounding communities of Weber County.
Weber County Quick Facts
2nd District Court Weber County Felony Cases
The 2nd Judicial District Court in Ogden handles all felony cases for Weber County. The 2nd District also covers Davis and Morgan Counties, but Weber County cases are filed at the Ogden courthouse. The court has general jurisdiction over all serious criminal matters in Weber County. This includes violent crimes, drug trafficking, property crimes, and other offenses classified as felonies under Utah law.
The 2nd District Court clerk maintains all official Weber County felony records. The court can be reached at (801) 395-1070. An alternate number is (801) 238-7300. Court staff search records by name or case number. Full case files include charging documents, hearings, motions, plea agreements, and sentencing orders for Weber County felony cases.
The image below is from the Weber County official website at webercountyutah.gov.
The Weber County website links to the court, Sheriff, Transparency Portal, and County Attorney, all of which hold records connected to Weber County felony cases.
| Court |
2nd Judicial District Court Ogden, UT 84401 Phone: (801) 395-1070 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov/xchange |
Searching Weber County Felony Records Online
The Utah Courts XChange system is the fastest online method for accessing Weber County felony records. A guest session is $5 and allows searches at $0.20 each. Monthly accounts cost $40 and cover all searches during the month. Free public terminals are available at the Ogden courthouse for those who want to search at no cost. The terminals give full access to the same XChange system used by paid subscribers.
Search XChange by name or case number. The results show case status, charges, hearing dates, and dispositions. Weber County felony records appear alongside civil, family, and small claims cases in the same system. For certified copies of court documents, contact the 2nd District Court clerk in Ogden.
Weber County also uses the openrecords.utah.gov portal as a statewide resource for public records. BCI name checks are another option for statewide conviction data. A check through BCI costs $15 and covers Weber County felony convictions along with those from all other Utah courts. BCI can be reached at (801) 965-4445.
Note: Weber County's high caseload means some records may take additional processing time to locate, especially older case files that have been archived from the courthouse.
Weber County Sheriff Arrest Records
The Weber County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for unincorporated parts of Weber County and operates the Weber County Jail. The Sheriff's non-emergency line is (801) 395-8228. The Sheriff's Office can also be contacted through the county website at webercountyutah.gov/sheriff.
Arrest records from the Weber County Sheriff include incident reports, booking records, and arrest logs for individuals taken into custody on felony charges. The Sheriff's Office maintains these records separately from the court system. GRAMA requests for Sheriff records should be submitted directly to the Sheriff's Office in Ogden. Standard GRAMA fees and timelines apply.
The Weber County Jail holds individuals arrested on felony charges while their cases move through the 2nd District Court. Inmate information may be available through the Sheriff's Office. Contact the jail directly for current inmate status inquiries related to Weber County felony arrests.
Weber County Transparency Portal and GRAMA
Weber County maintains a dedicated Transparency Portal at webercountyutah.gov/Transparency. This portal is a standout feature for a Utah county. It includes budget data, expenditures, and public records information. The GRAMA page at webercountyutah.gov/Transparency/grama.php provides a direct link to the NextRequest portal for submitting electronic records requests.
The image below is from the Weber County Transparency Portal at webercountyutah.gov/Transparency.
The Transparency Portal makes it easier to submit electronic GRAMA requests for Weber County records, including documents connected to felony cases and prosecutions.
Under Utah Code section 63G-2-201, the public has the right to inspect government records in Weber County. Each department stores its own records. You contact the specific office that holds the documents you need. Weber County must respond to GRAMA requests within 10 business days. The first 30 minutes of research time are free, then $25 per hour applies. Copies cost $0.50 per page.
Weber County Attorney Felony Prosecution Records
The Weber County Attorney's Office prosecutes all felony cases in Weber County. The office email is wcattorney@webercountyutah.gov. The County Attorney reviews evidence from the Sheriff and city police departments, then files felony charges in the 2nd District Court. A GRAMA request form is available on the office website at webercountyutah.gov/Attorney.
The image below is from the Weber County Attorney's website at webercountyutah.gov/Attorney.
The County Attorney site offers a GRAMA form for requesting prosecution-related records and provides contact information for the office in Ogden.
The Ogden City Police Department also processes GRAMA requests for city police records. Ogden PD records requests cover incident reports and police records for felony cases within Ogden city limits. Standard GRAMA timelines and fees apply to city police requests as well.
Note: Active warrant information for Weber County can be checked at secure.utah.gov/warrants, which covers statewide active warrants including those issued by Weber County courts.
Utah Felony Classes in Weber County Records
Weber County felony records show the class of offense for each case. Utah divides felonies into four classes. Capital felonies are the most severe. First degree felonies carry five years to life in state prison with fines up to $10,000. Second degree felonies carry one to fifteen years with fines up to $10,000. Third degree felonies carry up to five years in prison and fines up to $5,000.
Under Utah Code Title 76, all felony convictions result in state prison time rather than county jail. The Utah Department of Corrections handles incarceration for Weber County felony convicts. Check corrections.utah.gov for the current status of individuals serving sentences for Weber County felony convictions.
Weber County sees a broad mix of felony cases given its urban population and proximity to major transportation routes. Drug offenses, theft, assault, and weapons charges are among the more common felony filings in the county.
What Weber County Felony Records Contain
A Weber County felony case file from the 2nd District Court includes the charging document naming the defendant and listing all counts. Each count shows the offense, the felony class, and the statute violated. The file also holds bail and bond orders, notices of hearings, and any pretrial motions filed by either side. These documents are part of the public court record under GRAMA.
The final disposition entry is the most important part of the record for most people searching Weber County felony records. It shows the verdict or plea, the specific offense of conviction, the sentence imposed, and the date. Sentences in Weber County felony cases may include state prison time, probation, fines, restitution, or a combination. The sentencing judge has discretion within the ranges set by statute.
Pre-sentence reports are prepared by Adult Probation and Parole before sentencing. These reports are sometimes sealed or restricted in Weber County court files. Ask the court clerk in Ogden whether a specific document is available to the public before making a special trip to review it.
Expungement of Weber County Felony Records
Some Weber County felony convictions may be expunged under Utah law. Expungement seals the record from most public searches, including the XChange system and BCI database. Capital and most first degree felonies are not eligible. Certain second and third degree felony convictions may qualify after the required waiting period has passed.
The BCI expungements page has forms and eligibility information for Weber County residents. After BCI issues a certificate of eligibility, you file a petition with the 2nd Judicial District Court in Ogden. If the court grants the petition, BCI seals the record. An attorney familiar with Utah expungement law can review a specific Weber County felony conviction and advise on whether it qualifies.
Cities in Weber County
Weber County includes several cities and communities. All Weber County felony cases are handled by the 2nd Judicial District Court in Ogden. Below are featured cities with their own records pages on this site.
Ogden is the county seat and largest city in Weber County. Roy is another significant city in the county. Both cities are served by the 2nd District Court for felony cases. Other communities in Weber County include South Ogden, Riverdale, Washington Terrace, and Harrisville.
Nearby Counties
Weber County borders several other Utah counties. Felony charges are always filed in the county where the offense happened. Use the links below to find felony records information for counties near Weber County.