Summit County, Utah Court Records

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    Summit County stretches across much of the Wasatch Back east of Salt Lake City, taking in Park City, Coalville, and the surrounding communities. Its court system handles the full range of legal matters — felony and misdemeanor criminal cases, civil disputes, domestic relations, probate proceedings, and local infractions. Court records from these proceedings document each stage of a case and form the official legal history of judicial activity in the county.

    You can access Summit County court records through several official channels. Clerk offices at the district and justice court levels allow in-person review and copying, while public access terminals at the courthouse provide basic lookup capability. Online tools maintained by Utah Courts support remote searches of district and justice court cases. UtahCourts.us can help you locate publicly available case information across the state and identify the right court for a particular record type.

    How to Look Up a Court Case in Summit County?

    Summit County's judicial structure consists of three courts: the 3rd District Court (Summit County Division), the 3rd District Juvenile Court, and the Summit County Justice Court. Each handles different types of cases and maintains its own records.

    3rd District Court — Summit County
    Address: 6300 Justice Center Road, Suite A, Park City, UT 84098
    Phone: (435) 615-4300
    Fax: (435) 615-4619
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

    3rd District Juvenile Court — Summit County
    Address: 6300 Justice Center Road, Park City, UT 84098
    Phone: (435) 615-4320

    Summit County Justice Court
    Address: 6300 Justice Center Road, Park City, UT 84098
    Phone: (435) 615-3800
    Fax: (435) 615-3810
    Judge: Hon. Janet Elledge
    Email: jcsummit@utcourts.gov
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

    Online Search — Xchange:
    The primary online tool for searching Summit County court records is Xchange, Utah Courts' official public case search repository. Xchange contains district court and justice court records, with electronic documents available for district court cases filed since July 1, 2010. Three access options are available:

    Account TypeSetup FeeSearch CostDocument Cost
    Guest (no account created)$10.00 initial load$0.35/search$1.00/document
    One-Time Use (account created)$10.00 initial load$0.35/search$1.00/document
    Monthly Subscription$25.00 setup + $40.00/month500 free, then $0.35 each$1.00/document

    Monthly subscribers receive 500 searches per billing cycle before per-search charges kick in. Utah government agencies required by law to obtain court records may request a fee waiver by emailing a request on agency letterhead to xchange@utcourts.gov.

    MyCourtCase:
    If you have an active case, MyCourtCase lets you view case history, upcoming appearances, and filed documents specific to your own matter. This is a separate tool from Xchange and doesn't require a subscription fee for parties to their own cases.

    The Justice Court also publishes a court calendar on the Summit County website showing upcoming hearing dates for traffic, small claims, and other matters.

    Are Court Records Public in Summit County?

    Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), codified at Utah Code Chapter 63G-2, sets the rules for accessing government records, including those held by the courts. Under Utah Code 63G-2-201, members of the public generally have the right to inspect or obtain copies of public records from the government entities that maintain them.

    That said, GRAMA also defines categories of records that are not open to the public. Records may be classified as private, controlled, or protected under Sections 63G-2-302 through 63G-2-305, covering a range of sensitive personal and governmental information. In Summit County courts, records that may be withheld or restricted include:

    • Juvenile court records — Generally sealed and not available to the public
    • Records sealed by court order — A judge may seal specific case records for cause
    • Records classified as private under 63G-2-302 to 305 — Including certain personal information, medical data, and other sensitive categories
    • Records exempt by state statute — Various statutes impose specific confidentiality requirements on certain case types

    If a records request is denied, you can appeal through GRAMA's appeal process. When submitting any request, have a case number, party name, and approximate filing date ready — it speeds things up considerably.

    Summit County Criminal Court Records

    Felony criminal cases in Summit County are heard by the 3rd District Court. Misdemeanors, Class B and C charges, infractions, and traffic violations go to the Summit County Justice Court. The 3rd District Juvenile Court handles delinquency matters involving minors; those records are generally not public.

    District court criminal records are maintained by the court clerk at 6300 Justice Center Road, Suite A, Park City. Submit in-person requests during regular business hours or call (435) 615-4300. Justice Court criminal records are kept at the same complex — contact the Justice Court at (435) 615-3800 or email jcsummit@utcourts.gov.

    For online searches, Xchange provides access to district court and justice court criminal case records. Search by party name or case number after establishing a paid account.

    Arrest Records:
    Arrest documentation is generated by law enforcement, not the courts. For arrest records in Summit County, contact:

    Summit County Sheriff's Office
    Address: 6138 Paintbrush Road, Park City, UT 84098
    Phone: (435) 615-3600
    Administrative Division Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
    Administrative Division Phone: (435) 615-3501

    The Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division handles requests related to criminal investigations. For jail and inmate information, the Sheriff's Office maintains a jail division reachable through the main number.

    Summit County Civil Court Records

    Civil cases in Summit County are divided between the 3rd District Court — which handles general civil litigation — and the Summit County Justice Court, which handles small claims matters.

    The 3rd District Court takes jurisdiction over contract disputes, personal injury claims, property matters, and other general civil litigation. Civil records are maintained by the district court clerk at 6300 Justice Center Road, Suite A, Park City, UT 84098.

    Small Claims Court is a division of the Summit County Justice Court. Disputes within Utah's small claims limit are heard by Judge Janet Elledge at the Justice Court, also at 6300 Justice Center Road. Information and forms for small claims filings are available through the Summit County Justice Court small claims page.

    To search civil records online, Xchange gives access to district and justice court civil case filings. Search by party name or case number and retrieve docket entries, case history, and electronic documents filed since July 1, 2010. The Xchange fee structure described above applies to all civil case searches.

    For in-person civil record requests, visit the district court clerk's office during regular business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). Fees may apply for copies and certified documents; ask the court clerk for the current fee schedule at the time of your request.

    Summit County Family Court Records

    Family law cases in Summit County — covering divorce and legal separation, child custody, parent-time, child support, domestic violence protective orders, and adoptions — are heard by the 3rd District Court at 6300 Justice Center Road, Suite A, Park City, UT 84098. The district court clerk maintains all records from these proceedings.

    Divorce Records: Divorce decrees and related case records are filed with the district court. You can request these in person at the courthouse during business hours, or search through the Xchange online portal with a paid account. When submitting a request, provide the full names of both parties and the approximate year of filing if you don't have the case number. The district court may charge fees for copying or certifying records.

    Marriage Records: Marriage licenses in Summit County are issued and maintained by the Summit County Clerk's Office, not the district court. The Clerk's Office holds marriage records dating back to 1888.

    Summit County Clerk's Office
    Address: 60 N. Main Street, P.O. Box 128, Coalville, UT 84017
    Phone: (435) 336-3204
    Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (excluding holidays)

    Marriages may also be performed at the Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Include the names of both parties and the approximate date of the license when requesting copies. Contact the office directly for the current fee schedule.

    Birth and Death Certificates: Vital records needed for family law matters — such as birth certificates for custody proceedings — are maintained by the Summit County Health Department, not the courts. The Health Department processes birth and death certificate requests at three locations:

    • Coalville: 85 North 50 East, Coalville, UT 84017 — (435) 336-3234
    • Park City: 650 Round Valley Drive, Park City, UT 84060
    • Kamas: 110 North Main Street, Kamas, UT 84036

    Certificates can only be processed before 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Birth certificate fees are $22.00 for the first copy and $10.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time. Death certificate fees are $30.00 per copy. Online orders can be placed through the Utah vital records online application. A valid government-issued photo ID is required for all requests, and immediate family members must prove their relationship to the record subject. Historical birth certificates for births occurring before the 100-year public record threshold are available through the Utah State Archives.

    Summit County Probate Court Records

    Probate matters in Summit County — including estate administration, will probate, conservatorships, trusts, guardianships, and name changes — fall under the jurisdiction of the 3rd District Court. The district court clerk at 6300 Justice Center Road, Suite A, Park City, UT 84098 maintains all probate case filings.

    How to Request Probate Records:

    1. In Person: Visit the district court clerk's office at 6300 Justice Center Road during regular business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.). Provide the decedent's full name, case number if known, and the approximate year the case was filed to help locate the records.
    2. By Phone: Call (435) 615-4300 to ask about available records and applicable fees before making the trip.
    3. Online: Search probate cases through Xchange using the decedent's name or case number. All public district court documents filed electronically since July 1, 2010 are accessible through the portal with a paid account.

    Probate records that are generally public include petitions for probate, letters testamentary, inventories, accountings, and orders of distribution. Certain filings — such as those involving minors or sealed by court order — may not be publicly accessible. Death certificates needed for probate proceedings can be obtained from the Summit County Health Department as described in the Family Court Records section above. For older historical records, the Utah State Archives is the appropriate repository.