Iron County Court Records Search
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Iron County, Utah sits in the southwestern part of the state and is home to Cedar City, the county seat. Legal proceedings within the county generate a range of official records — from criminal complaints and civil judgments to divorce decrees and probate orders — that collectively document the workings of the county’s courts. These documents serve vital purposes for attorneys, researchers, litigants, employers, and members of the public who need to verify case outcomes, conduct background research, or understand the history of a legal matter.
The Iron County judicial system is composed of three distinct court levels: the 5th District Court (the court of general jurisdiction), the 5th District Juvenile Court, and the Iron County Justice Court. Each handles a defined category of cases, and their records are maintained and accessed through different channels depending on the court of origin.
Locating court case information in Utah typically starts with official court resources, courthouse terminals, and the state’s online case search system. UtahCourts.us may help orient first-time searchers by directing them to the appropriate court, clerk office, and publicly available case information for Iron County and every other county in the state.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Iron County?
Several paths exist for finding Iron County court records, and the right method depends largely on which court handled the case and what type of record is being sought.
Online Search — Utah Courts Xchange
The primary tool for online case searches is Xchange, the Utah Courts’ public case search system. Xchange covers both district court and justice court records and provides case summaries including party names, assigned judges, attorneys of record, filed documents, hearing dates, judgments, and case outcomes. Images of public documents filed in district court cases since July 1, 2010 are available for purchase directly through the platform.
Xchange operates on a subscription model with the following fee structure:
| Plan | Setup Fee | Monthly Fee | Searches Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Subscription | $25.00 (one-time) | $40.00/month | 500 searches |
| Additional searches | — | — | $0.35 per search over 500 |
| Guest/pay-as-you-go | $5.00 initial deposit | Per-search billing | $0.20 per search |
It is important to understand what Xchange does not display. Sealed cases — including adoptions and civil commitments — are excluded. Expunged records do not appear. Juvenile delinquency, child welfare, and termination of parental rights cases fall under juvenile court jurisdiction and are not searchable through this portal.
In-Person Access — Courthouse Public Terminals
Public access terminals are available at the Cedar City District Court location for self-service searches. These terminals are free to use during regular business hours.
5th District Court — Cedar City (Primary Location)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 40 North 100 East, Cedar City, UT 84720 |
| Phone | (435) 867-3250 |
| Fax | (435) 867-3212 |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
| Email (copies/recordings) | cedarcopies@utcourts.gov |
5th District Court — Parowan Location
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 608, Parowan, UT 84761 |
GRAMA Records Requests
For records not accessible through Xchange, individuals may submit a written request under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). Under Utah Code § 63G-2-204, a written request must include the requester’s name, mailing address, and a clear description of the record sought. Requests should be directed to the clerk’s office of the specific court where the case was filed. The Iron County Attorney’s Office also maintains a GRAMA records request form for attorney-level requests at 82 North 100 East, Suite 201, Cedar City, UT 84720, Phone: (435) 865-5310
Are Court Records Public in Iron County?
Utah law establishes a default presumption of public access to government records. The Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) at Title 63G, Chapter 2 mandates that records created or maintained by governmental entities — including courts — are generally open for public inspection. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201, any person has the right to inspect a public record free of charge and to obtain a copy upon payment of applicable fees.
However, access to certain Iron County court records is restricted. Categories of records that are either private, protected, or controlled include:
- Juvenile delinquency and child welfare case files
- Adoption records (sealed by operation of law)
- Civil commitment records
- Expunged criminal records
- Divorce and domestic case documents filed after April 1, 2012, where sensitive personal information has been designated private under Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.02
- Records containing Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and other personal identifiers subject to mandatory redaction
- Sealed records under judicial order
Court Record Copy Fees (Utah Courts — Effective May 6, 2026)
Under Utah Code § 78A-2-301, the following fees apply to copies of court records:
| Copy Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Certified copy — per document | $4.00 |
| Certified copy — per page | $0.50 |
| Exemplified copy — per document | $6.00 |
| Exemplified copy — per page | $0.50 |
| Transcript — initial preparation (certified) | $6.00 per page |
| Transcript — subsequent certified copies | $0.50/page + $4.50 certificate |
| Transcript — subsequent non-certified copies | $0.25 per page |
Individuals who cannot afford filing or copy fees may apply for a fee waiver through the Utah Courts Fee Waiver program.
Iron County Criminal Court Records
The 5th District Court handles all felony and Class A misdemeanor criminal cases in Iron County. Class B and C misdemeanors, infractions, and most traffic violations fall under the jurisdiction of the Iron County Justice Court. Criminal records generated by these proceedings include charging documents, arrest information incorporated into court filings, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and final dispositions.
Searching Criminal Court Records
Criminal case records at both the district and justice court level are searchable through the Xchange portal. For the Iron County Justice Court specifically, records requests can be submitted using the court’s online records request form.
Iron County Justice Court — Records Request
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 82 North 100 East, Suite 101, Cedar City, UT 84720 |
| Phone | (435) 865-5335 |
| Court Administrator | Lori Eichelberger, (435) 865-5341 |
| jcironcounty@utcourts.gov | |
| Hours | Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. |
Justice Court record request fees are as follows:
- Emailed documents: No charge
- Photocopies: $0.25 per page
- Certified copies: $4.00 per document, plus $0.25 per page
- Audio CD of proceeding: $15.00 per recording
- Research time: $16.28 per hour (first 15 minutes at no charge)
- Postage: Billed at USPS First Class rates
Private or protected records are released only to the subject of the record as defined under Utah Code § 63G-2-202. Requesters should be prepared to submit a copy of a government-issued ID when requesting protected records.
Criminal Background Checks — Utah BCI
Court records on Xchange are not equivalent to a comprehensive criminal background check. Employers and licensing agencies seeking a formal criminal history report should contact the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI), which maintains the statewide criminal history database. BCI background check fees, effective July 1, 2025, are $20.00 for a name/date-of-birth search. Individuals wishing to obtain their own criminal history record from the BCI pay $20.00 and must appear in person at BCI headquarters or submit a notarized application by mail.
For arrest records and incident reports generated by the Iron County Sheriff’s Office rather than the courts, GRAMA requests should be directed to the Iron County Sheriff’s Office at 2132 N Main Street, Cedar City, UT, Phone: (435) 867-7500
Expungement
Eligible individuals may petition the 5th District Court to expunge qualifying criminal records. The filing fee for an expungement petition in district court is $150.00, and $135.00 in justice court, per Utah Code § 78A-2-301, Subsection (1)(i)(i). Expunged records are not visible on Xchange.
Iron County Civil Court Records
Civil matters in Iron County are divided between two courts based on the dollar amount in controversy. The Iron County Justice Court handles small claims cases, while larger civil disputes are resolved in the 5th District Court. Civil court records generally include complaints, answers, motions, orders, judgments, and enforcement documents such as writs of garnishment and execution.
Filing Fees — Civil Cases (5th District Court)
Under Utah Code § 78A-2-301, the following civil filing fees apply:
| Case Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Original complaint (general) | $375.00 |
| Civil complaint — $2,000 or less | $105.00 |
| Civil complaint — over $2,000 and under $10,000 | $215.00 |
| Civil complaint — $10,000 or more | $375.00 |
| Writ of replevin, attachment, execution, or garnishment | $75.00 |
| Demand for jury in civil case | $250.00 |
| Judgment of other state | $35.00 |
Small Claims Cases
As of 2009, all small claims cases in Utah are filed in the justice court. The Iron County Justice Court at 82 North 100 East, Suite 101, Cedar City handles small claims matters. Small claims filing fees are structured as follows:
| Claim Amount | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| $2,000 or less | $60.00 |
| Over $2,000 and under $7,500 | $100.00 |
| $7,500 up to $20,000 | $185.00 |
If a party wishes to appeal a justice court judgment to the district court (trial de novo), the filing fee is $240.00 at the district court level, plus an additional $10.00 payable to the justice court at the time the small claims notice of appeal is filed.
Civil case records — including judgments, docket entries, and filed documents — are searchable through Xchange. The full court file, including physical exhibits and older non-digitized records, can be reviewed in person at the Cedar City courthouse during regular business hours.
Iron County Family Court Records
Family law matters in Iron County are adjudicated at the 5th District Court in Cedar City, which handles divorce and legal separation, child custody, child support, paternity, protective orders, adoptions, and related proceedings. The 5th District Juvenile Court separately handles termination of parental rights and child welfare cases.
Divorce and Separation
To file for divorce or legal separation in Iron County, the petitioner must file in the 5th District Court. Filing fees are as follows:
| Proceeding | Filing Fee |
|---|---|
| Divorce or separate maintenance | $350.00 |
| Counterclaim in divorce | $130.00 |
| Motion for temporary separation order | $35.00 |
| Petition or counterpetition to modify divorce decree | $100.00 |
| Legal separation — first paper filed | $350.00 |
Basic divorce record information is generally public. However, under Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.02 (effective April 1, 2012), detailed documents within divorce, custody, guardianship, and paternity case files that contain sensitive personal and financial information may be designated private. The case history, minute entries from public hearings, and final orders and decrees remain public unless sealed by judicial order.
For divorce decrees older than 50 years, researchers may need to contact the Utah State Archives at 346 S Rio Grande Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84101-1106, Phone: (801) 531-3848
Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
Victims of domestic violence or stalking may petition the 5th District Court for a protective order. These proceedings are handled on an expedited basis, and courts are required to hold a hearing promptly after a petition is filed. Records in these cases may be partially restricted to protect the safety of victims.
Marriage Records
Marriage records in Iron County are maintained by both the county clerk and the Utah Department of Health. For marriages that took place after 1978, certified copies of marriage certificates can be ordered through the Utah Department of Health — Vital Records and Statistics Office. In-person requests for marriage certificates can also be made at the Southwest Utah Public Health Department:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 260 E. DL Sargent Drive, Cedar City, UT 84721 |
| Phone | (435) 586-2437 |
| Fax | (435) 586-4851 |
Only the subjects of a marriage record and their immediate family members may obtain certified copies. General requests for marriage record information may be directed to the Iron County Clerk’s Office as well.
Birth and Death Records
Birth certificates in Iron County are confidential for 100 years from the date of birth. Access is limited to the record subject, immediate family members, and authorized legal representatives. Death records are restricted for 50 years after the date of death. Certified copies of records within these confidentiality windows must be ordered through the Utah Department of Health Vital Records Office. Records outside these windows are accessible through the Utah State Archives.
Juvenile Court
The 5th District Juvenile Court handles cases involving minors and is located at the same Cedar City courthouse address. Juvenile court records — including delinquency cases, child protective cases, and termination of parental rights proceedings — are confidential under Utah law and are not accessible through Xchange or public records requests. Probation services for Iron County youth are managed through the Juvenile Court Probation Unit at 82 North 100 East, Cedar City, UT 84720, Phone: (435) 867-3220
Iron County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in Iron County are handled by the 5th District Court in Cedar City. The court exercises jurisdiction over the formal and informal administration of decedents’ estates, will contests, intestate succession, guardianships of incapacitated adults, conservatorships, and trust administration matters. The 5th District Court has maintained probate records for Iron County dating back to the late nineteenth century, with formal case files from 1895 onward held at the Utah State Archives for historical matters.
Types of Probate Records
Active and recent probate files maintained by the 5th District Court Clerk include:
- Petitions for formal and informal probate
- Wills admitted to probate and related testamentary documents
- Letters testamentary and letters of administration
- Inventories and appraisals of estate assets
- Orders approving or disallowing claims against estates
- Final accountings and decrees of distribution
- Guardianship and conservatorship petitions and orders
- Trust accounting filings
Probate Filing Fees
Probate filing fees are calculated based on the value of the estate being administered, under Utah Code § 78A-2-301, Subsection (1)®:
| Estate Value | Accounting Fee |
|---|---|
| $50,000 or less | $15.00 |
| Over $50,000 up to $75,000 | $30.00 |
| Over $75,000 up to $112,000 | $50.00 |
| Over $112,000 up to $168,000 | $90.00 |
| Over $168,000 | $175.00 |
The first paper filing fee for probate and guardianship matters at the 5th District Court follows the same general civil complaint schedule, with the applicable amount determined by the scope of the proceeding. A guardianship of an adult disabled child carries a reduced first-paper fee of $35.00.
Searching Probate Records
Active probate case records are searchable through Xchange by entering the decedent’s name or the case number. Letters of appointment and orders in guardianship and conservatorship cases remain public records unless specifically sealed by the court. Physical case files can be reviewed in person at the Cedar City District Court clerk’s window during regular business hours.
To request copies of specific probate documents, submit a written request to the clerk’s office at 40 North 100 East, Cedar City, UT 84720, or send an email to cedarcopies@utcourts.gov for audio/video recording copy requests. Certified copies of probate documents cost $4.00 per document plus $0.50 per page. For older probate records held outside the courthouse, researchers should contact the Utah State Archives in Salt Lake City, which holds Iron County probate registers of action from 1908 to 1990 and probate case files dating from 1895.