Brigham City Criminal Records Finder
Brigham City criminal records are held by the Brigham City Police Department, the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office, and the First Judicial District Court. Brigham City is the Box Elder County seat and has approximately 18,000 residents. It is located in northwestern Utah between Ogden and the Idaho border. All felony and serious misdemeanor cases from Brigham City go through the First District Court. Police reports, arrest records, and court case files are available under Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act.
Brigham City Quick Facts
Where to Find Brigham City Criminal Records
Brigham City criminal records come from the Brigham City Police Department, the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office, and the First Judicial District Court. Each agency handles a specific type of record. The right starting point depends on what you need.
The Brigham City Police Department processes GRAMA requests for police reports, incident records, and arrest documentation. The department charges $15 per request as permitted under Utah Code Section 63G-2-203. Processing takes up to 10 business days. In some cases, the Chief of Police may authorize an additional 14-day extension if extraordinary circumstances apply. Identification must be provided before any records are released. If you are not making the request in person, your request must be notarized and include a copy of a valid state-issued ID.
The Box Elder County Sheriff's Office is located at 52 South 1000 West, Brigham City, UT 84302. The main number is (435) 734-3800. The sheriff's office maintains county-level arrest and booking records for the broader Box Elder County area. The Box Elder County Jail is at the same address. GRAMA requests for county records are processed through Box Elder County's records management office.
The Box Elder County Attorney's Office can be reached at (435) 734-3329. The county attorney email is BEattorney@boxeldercountyut.gov. The county attorney's office handles prosecutorial records for criminal cases filed in Box Elder County, including those from Brigham City.
Note: Records from active criminal investigations are classified as protected under GRAMA. These records may not be released until the investigation is concluded and the case is resolved.
Brigham City Police Department Criminal Records
The Brigham City Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the city and the starting point for police report requests, incident record requests, and arrest documentation for events within city limits.
Brigham City police records are classified under the GRAMA framework at the time they are created. Initial incident reports are generally classified as public records and available to any person who makes a proper request. Follow-up and investigative reports may be classified as protected. Records containing medical information, victim contact details, or confidential informant data may be classified as private or controlled.
The department processes all valid records requests within 10 business days. An additional 14-day extension may be authorized by the Chief of Police for complex or voluminous requests. If your request is denied, you have the right to appeal to the Brigham City Council within 30 days of receiving the denial. Records may contain controlled, private, or protected information that must be redacted before release. Disclosure rules follow Utah Code Sections 63G-2-304, 63G-2-302, and 63G-2-305.
Note: If you are requesting records as a third party on behalf of the subject of a record, you must provide a notarized release form from that person along with a copy of valid state-issued ID.
Brigham City Official Website and Criminal Records Resources
The Brigham City official website provides access to city services, department contacts, and links to GRAMA request forms for public records from all city departments, including the police department.
The city website serves as a central access point for Brigham City government resources. Department pages include contact information, service descriptions, and links to applicable forms. For criminal records specifically, the police department page links to the GRAMA records request process. The city also participates in Utah's state-level open records framework, giving residents access to the Utah Open Records Portal as an alternative submission method for records requests.
Brigham City is the Box Elder County seat. This means city and county functions are closely linked. Some records that would otherwise be held by a county agency in a non-county-seat city are accessible directly through Brigham City for Box Elder County residents. The First District Court is located at 81 North Main Street, Suite 103, Brigham City, UT 84302, making it convenient for local access to court records.
How to Search Brigham City Criminal Records
Searching Brigham City criminal records requires choosing the right agency based on the type of record you need. Police reports come from the Brigham City Police Department. Court case files come from the First District Court. Statewide criminal history comes from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification.
To request a police report from the Brigham City Police Department, submit a completed GRAMA request form. If you are not appearing in person, the form must be notarized and accompanied by a copy of a valid state-issued ID. Include a detailed description of the record you need, your contact information, and payment authorization for the $15 fee. The department will respond within 10 business days.
For court case records, the First District Court is located at 81 North Main Street, Suite 103, Brigham City, UT 84302. You can visit the clerk's office in person to review case files and request copies. The Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov provides online access to First District Court cases with a $30 monthly subscription. Searches can be done by name, case number, or citation number. Results show case type, charges, hearing dates, and current status.
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at 4315 South 2700 West Suite 1300 in Taylorsville provides statewide criminal history checks covering all Brigham City records. Name-based and fingerprint-based searches cost $20 each as of July 1, 2025. The office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., at (801) 965-4445.
The Box Elder County Sheriff at (435) 734-3800 provides access to county-level arrest and jail records. For inmate custody information, VINE at vinelink.com tracks Box Elder County jail inmates and provides free automated custody alerts by email, text, or phone.
The Utah Department of Corrections offender search is free to the public. You can search by name or offender number for any person currently incarcerated or under supervision in Utah. Results include date of birth, physical description, and facility or supervision location.
GRAMA and Brigham City Criminal Records Law
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act applies to all public records requests in Brigham City. GRAMA is codified under Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. It gives every person the right to inspect public government records and the right to take copies at the applicable fee rate.
Brigham City agencies must respond to GRAMA requests within 10 business days. The department must provide the record, deny the request with a legal basis, or notify you that more time is needed. Media organizations may receive expedited 5-business-day responses. Non-media requesters may also seek expedited processing with documentation of need.
The GRAMA statute defines four record classifications. Public records are open to any person. Private records contain personal information. Controlled records include sensitive medical data. Protected records cover active investigations and other restricted material. You do not need to give a reason when requesting a public record from Brigham City or Box Elder County agencies.
If Brigham City denies your request, you have the right to appeal to the Brigham City Council within 30 days. This is a unique local appeal path. After the City Council rules, you may further appeal to the Utah State Records Committee and then to district court. The full appeal process is outlined in Utah Code Section 63G-2-401 and following sections.
First District Court and Brigham City Criminal Records
The First Judicial District Court handles all felony and serious misdemeanor criminal cases from Brigham City. The court is located at 81 North Main Street, Suite 103, Brigham City, UT 84302. Criminal records held at this court include charging documents, arraignment records, plea agreements, verdicts, sentencing orders, and probation or parole terms.
Court records become public at the time of filing unless sealed by court order. Juvenile records and cases subject to specific protective orders operate under separate rules. The court clerk can advise on what is available for a specific case. Certified copies require the clerk's official seal and are available for a fee. Plain copies are available at a lower cost. Contact the First District Court clerk directly for current copy fees and turnaround times.
The Utah Courts website lists First District Court information including hours and contact details. The XChange online case search system covers First District criminal cases and is accessible with a monthly subscription. Document images vary by case type and filing status. For cases still in progress, some filings may be restricted until the case concludes.
Note: Federal criminal cases involving Brigham City residents are handled by the U.S. District Court for the District of Utah, not the First District Court. Federal cases can be searched through PACER at pacer.uscourts.gov.
Utah BCI Criminal History Records for Brigham City Residents
The BCI criminal records division maintains the most complete criminal history records available for Brigham City residents. BCI aggregates data from all Utah law enforcement agencies, including the Brigham City Police Department and Box Elder County Sheriff's Office. It also incorporates records from other states and federal agencies.
Name-based searches are the standard option. Fingerprint-based searches are more thorough and can link records across multiple jurisdictions. Both cost $20 as of July 1, 2025. In-person requests require valid government-issued photo ID. Utah Driving Privilege Cards are not accepted. Mail requests require a downloaded BCI application, payment, and identification documentation.
Third-party requests require a notarized release form from the subject of the record. The BCI also handles requests from individuals who want to challenge inaccurate information in their own criminal history. A $20 fee applies to record challenge requests. The BCI office is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The address is 4315 South 2700 West Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129. The phone number is (801) 965-4445.
Box Elder County Criminal Records
Brigham City is the seat of Box Elder County. All Brigham City criminal cases run through Box Elder County's court and law enforcement systems. The Box Elder County Sheriff's Office and the First District Court both maintain records that extend beyond city limits. For a broader look at county-level criminal records, jail data, and GRAMA resources for Box Elder County, visit the county criminal records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Nearby cities have their own law enforcement agencies and court jurisdictions for criminal records.