Sanpete County Court Records Search
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Court records from Sanpete County's judicial system document the full range of legal proceedings handled within the county. These records cover case dockets, pleadings, transcripts, court orders, judgments, and charge sheets produced by the county's district, juvenile, and justice courts. They serve a wide range of practical purposes — from verifying the outcome of a legal matter to conducting background research or preparing for an upcoming hearing. Because criminal case files often include arrest-related documents and civil files may contain contracts or financial instruments, court records can function as a useful consolidated source of related legal information.
Locating Sanpete County Court Records
In Utah, court records can be searched through clerk offices, public access terminals at courthouses, and online tools maintained by the state. UtahCourts.us can help you identify publicly available case information across the state's courts. For Sanpete County specifically, both the District Court Clerk and the County Clerk's office handle records requests, and the Utah Courts' online search platform makes many case records available without requiring a trip to the courthouse.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Sanpete County?
Start with the Utah Courts' Xchange: Public Case Search platform. This tool lets you search public case information by party name, case number, or attorney of record, and returns summary details including assigned judges, filed documents, and hearing history. You can search as a guest or create an account for expanded access. One important note: records available on Xchange will not be faxed or emailed by the court — you must retrieve them directly through the platform.
If you need records that aren't available online, or if you need certified copies of documents, you'll need to contact the appropriate clerk's office directly. The process varies depending on whether the case was heard by the District Court or a local Justice Court.
Submitting a Court Records Request
- Identify the court where the case was filed and the case type.
- Gather relevant details: the case number, party names, and approximate filing date.
- Complete and submit a Request for Court Record form — this form applies to both public and non-public record requests.
- Submit the form in person, by mail, or via fax to the applicable clerk's office.
- If the request requires staff time beyond 15 minutes, the court will contact you to arrange payment.
Sanpete County District Court (6th District)
Address: 80 N. Main, Manti, Utah 84642
Phone: (435) 264-5011
Email: 6thsanpetedocs@utcourts.gov
Utah Relay Number: 711
Sanpete County Clerk's Office
Address: 160 North Main, Suite 202, Manti, UT 84642
Phone: (435) 835-2131
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Standard Copy Fees
| Record Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Paper copies | $0.25 per sheet |
| Fax or email (10 pages or fewer) | $5.00 |
| Fax or email (over 10 pages) | $0.50 per page |
| Electronic storage media (CD/USB) | $15.00 per unit |
| Audio/video of court proceedings | $15.00 per half-day of testimony |
| Staff time (first 15 minutes) | Free |
| Clerk time beyond 15 minutes | $15.00 per hour |
Fee authority: Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.08.
Are Court Records Public in Sanpete County?
Most Sanpete County court records are public under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) and Rule of Judicial Administration 4-202.02, which sets out how court records are classified. Under this framework, records fall into four primary categories: public, private, protected, and sealed.
Public records are open to anyone and include most case filings, orders, dockets, and judgments in district and justice courts.
Private records are accessible only to parties in the case, their attorneys, and a limited group of other authorized individuals. Examples include:
- Petitions for divorce
- Requests for protective orders
- Petitions for guardianship of an adult
- Motions to waive fees
- Victim impact statements
- Medical records submitted to the court
- Temporary custody orders and child custody motions
Sealed records are the most restricted category — even the existence of the case may not be disclosed. Accessing sealed records requires a court order. Adoption records and expunged criminal records fall into this category.
Protected records include attorney work product, attorney-client privileged communications, court security plans, and certain confidential business records.
In cases involving child custody, divorce, conservatorship, guardianship, and protective orders, a mix of public and private records typically exists. The court's orders in these matters are generally public, while the underlying petitions and pleadings are private. Beyond that, specific items within an otherwise-public record are always treated as non-public — including Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, bank account numbers, children's dates of birth, and the addresses of non-parties.
Filers are responsible for ensuring non-public information is omitted or redacted before submission. Court staff will not redact documents on a filer's behalf, per Rule 4-202.09.
Sanpete County Criminal Court Records
Felony and serious misdemeanor criminal cases in Sanpete County are handled by the Sixth District Court. Less serious infractions and Class B and Class C misdemeanors are typically heard by the county's Justice Courts.
Sanpete County District Court (6th District)
Address: 80 N. Main, Manti, Utah 84642
Phone: (435) 264-5011
Email: 6thsanpetedocs@utcourts.gov
Justice Courts Serving Sanpete County
| Court | Address | Phone | Fax |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sanpete County Justice Court | 160 N. Main, Suite 301, Manti, UT 84642 | (435) 835-2103 | (435) 835-2106 |
| Ephraim City Justice Court | 5 S. Main St., Ephraim, UT 84627 | (435) 283-4631 | (435) 283-4867 |
| Fairview Justice Court | 165 N. State St., Fairview, UT 84629 | (435) 427-3858 | (435) 427-3275 |
| Fountain Green Justice Court | 260 W. 100 N., Fountain Green, UT 84632 | (435) 445-3453 | (435) 445-3375 |
| Gunnison City Justice Court | 38 W. Center St., Gunnison, UT 84634 | (435) 528-5494 | (435) 528-7958 |
| Manti City Justice Court | 50 S. Main St., Manti, UT 84642 | (435) 835-4631 | (435) 835-2632 |
| Moroni Justice Court | 80 S. 200 West, Moroni, UT 84646 | (435) 436-8359 ext. 3 | (435) 436-8178 |
| Mount Pleasant Justice Court | 115 W. Main St., Mount Pleasant, UT 84647 | (435) 462-2546 | (435) 462-3199 |
| Spring City Justice Court | 150 E. Center St., Spring City, UT 84662 | (435) 462-2244 | (435) 462-2654 |
Criminal case records — including charge sheets, plea agreements, sentencing orders, and related case documents — can be searched through Xchange: Public Case Search. In-person or mail requests for copies should go to the District Court Clerk at the address above. Arrest records associated with criminal case files may be available as part of the case record, though standalone arrest information is typically maintained by law enforcement agencies rather than the court.
Sanpete County Civil Court Records
Civil matters in Sanpete County are filed with the Sixth District Court, which serves as the county's court of general jurisdiction. Civil case files may contain pleadings, depositions, evidence, judgments, and court orders related to contract disputes, property matters, tort claims, small claims, and similar proceedings.
The Utah State Courts Self-Help Center provides free assistance to anyone with a case in the district, juvenile, or justice courts, including guidance on how to prepare paperwork, represent oneself, and understand court orders. Staff is available by phone at (888) 683-0009, Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Services include help with small claims and landlord-tenant disputes, among others.
How to Request Civil Records
- Online: Search case dockets and public documents through Xchange.
- In person: Visit the District Court Clerk at 80 N. Main, Manti, Utah 84642 during regular court hours.
- By mail: Send a completed Request for Court Record form to the clerk's office with a description of the case and payment information.
- Court payments: Online payments for court-related fees can be made through the Sixth District Court Payments Page.
The Sanpete County Justice Court also handles some civil matters, including small claims, within its jurisdictional limits. Hours for the Sanpete County Justice Court are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, and the court can also be reached through the Self-Help Center line at (888) 683-0009.
Sanpete County Family Court Records
Family law proceedings in Sanpete County — including divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, guardianship, domestic violence protective orders, and paternity — are handled by the Sixth District Court. Juvenile matters fall under the Sixth District Juvenile Court at the same address.
Sixth District Juvenile Court – Manti
Address: 80 N. Main, Manti, Utah 84642
Phone: (435) 264-5011
Email: 6thsanpetedocs@utcourts.gov
It's important to understand which records within family cases are public and which are private. In divorce, custody, guardianship, and protective order cases, the underlying petitions are classified as private records — accessible only to parties and their attorneys. Court orders issued in those same cases, however, are public documents. The Utah Courts non-public records page provides a detailed breakdown of what falls into each category.
Marriage Records
Marriage records from 1888 to the present are maintained by the Sanpete County Clerk's Office. These are public records and may be accessed through the clerk's website, in person, or by mailing a written request to:
Sanpete County Clerk's Office
Address: 160 North Main, Suite 202, Manti, UT 84642
Phone: (435) 835-2131
Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8:00 AM–6:00 PM; Friday, 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Divorce Records
Divorce records are maintained by the District Court and are not fully public. While the divorce decree itself is a public document, underlying case documents such as the petition for divorce are private. Authorized parties may search for divorce case information through Xchange or submit a records request to the District Court Clerk.
Birth and Death Records
Birth and death records for Sanpete County are maintained by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Office of Vital Records and Statistics. These are not public records — access is restricted to the record subject (if 18 or older), parents named on the record, legal guardians, legal representatives, and immediate family members, along with individuals who can demonstrate a direct and tangible interest. Death records remain private for 50 years before becoming publicly accessible. Records can be ordered through the Utah Vital Records portal or by contacting:
Utah Department of Health and Human Services – Office of Vital Records and Statistics
Address: 288 North 1460 West, P.O. Box 14101, Salt Lake City, Utah 84114-1012
Sanpete County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Sanpete County — including estate administration, wills, trusts, guardianships, and conservatorships — fall under the jurisdiction of the Sixth District Court. The District Court Clerk maintains all probate case records and handles public requests for copies of those files.
Probate records are generally public, with the exception of documents that are sealed, restricted, or otherwise confidential. Cases involving conservatorships and guardianships may contain a mix of public orders and private filings, consistent with the classification rules described above.
How to Access Probate Records
- Online: Many probate case dockets are searchable through Xchange: Public Case Search.
- In person or by mail: Submit a Request for Court Record form to the District Court Clerk.
Sanpete County District Court Clerk
Address: 80 N. Main, Manti, Utah 84642
Phone: (435) 264-5011
Email: 6thsanpetedocs@utcourts.gov
If you're navigating probate proceedings without an attorney, the Utah State Courts Self-Help Center offers free guidance on probate procedures, forms, and court requirements. Staff can be reached by phone at (888) 683-0009, Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The Utah Courts' records and publications page also provides direct access to court forms, fee schedules, and additional resources for those handling probate matters on their own.