Layton Criminal Records and Arrest Search
Layton criminal records are public documents maintained by the Layton Police Department, Davis County Sheriff's Office, and the Davis County District Court. Layton is the largest city in Davis County with about 80,000 residents. It sits between Ogden to the north and Salt Lake City to the south. All criminal cases in Layton go through the Second District Court. This page explains how to access criminal records in Layton and where to submit records requests.
Layton Quick Facts
Where to Find Layton Criminal Records
Layton criminal records are held at the city level, county level, and state level. Each source holds different records. Contact the right agency for what you need.
The Layton Police Department is the primary source for city-level criminal records. The department handles arrest reports, incident logs, and investigation files for crimes within Layton. Fingerprinting services are also available at the Layton Police Department. The department follows GRAMA procedures for all records requests.
The Davis County Sheriff's Office supports county-level law enforcement for Layton. The sheriff's office is at 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025. Phone: (801) 451-4100. The Davis County Jail is at this same location. People arrested in Layton are typically booked at the Davis County Jail.
The Second District Court in Davis County handles all felony and serious misdemeanor criminal cases from Layton. The court is at 800 West State Street, P.O. Box 769, Farmington, UT 84025. Phone: (801) 447-3800. The Layton City Justice Court handles lower-level misdemeanor cases within city limits.
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification provides statewide criminal history records. BCI at bci.utah.gov is the most complete source for a full criminal background check on a Layton resident.
Note: Davis County had 6,581 crimes in 2017. Property crimes made up 94.5% of that total. Violent crimes were 5.5%. Layton is Davis County's largest city and handles a significant share of county-level criminal activity.
Layton Police Department Criminal Records Request
The Layton Police Department processes records requests through the City Recorder's Office for GRAMA requests. Visit laytoncity.org to access the GRAMA request information for Layton City. The department is the primary agency for city-level criminal records in Layton.
Fingerprinting services are available at the Layton Police Department. These can be used for employment background checks and other purposes that require fingerprint-based criminal history verification.
Layton Police Department records follow GRAMA classification rules. Initial arrest and incident reports are generally public. Investigation follow-up reports and supporting materials are often protected. The records officer reviews each request before releasing information.
To submit a Layton criminal records request, you need:
- Your full name and contact information
- The name of the person the record is about
- Date or approximate date of the incident
- Case number if available
- A valid government-issued photo ID
Response time is 5 to 10 business days for GRAMA requests. Urgent or media requests may qualify for the 5-day expedited timeline. The City Recorder's Office at Layton City can answer questions about what records are available and how to request them.
Layton Criminal Records at Davis County Courts
The Second District Court in Davis County handles all felony and Class A misdemeanor criminal cases from Layton. This court is part of the Utah state court system. Court records for Layton cases are public unless sealed or expunged.
Search Layton court records online through the Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov. XChange allows name and case number searches statewide. A monthly subscription is $40 for up to 500 searches. Per-search and per-document fees apply for smaller use volumes. Document images are available for many case types.
In-person searches at the Davis County courthouse are also available. The Davis County Justice Court at 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025, phone (801) 451-4488, handles misdemeanor cases for the county. The Layton City Justice Court handles city-level misdemeanor cases.
Davis County Clerk/Auditor's Office is at 61 South Main Street, Room 101, Farmington, UT 84025. Phone: (801) 451-3213. GRAMA requests for county records go to GRAMA@DavisCountyUtah.gov or call (801) 451-3277. Free inspection of records is available during business hours Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
Paper copy fees at Davis County are $0.25 per page for photocopies and $2.00 per certified copy. Staff research time exceeding 15 minutes carries an hourly charge of $20 per hour.
Davis County Arrest Records and Booking in Layton
When someone is arrested in Layton, the Layton Police Department or Davis County Sheriff handles the arrest. The person is booked at the Davis County Jail at 800 West State Street, Farmington, UT 84025. Jail phone: (801) 451-4200.
The Davis County Sheriff's Office maintains an online inmate roster. The roster shows booking photos, names, charges, and other information. The roster is updated regularly and is public under GRAMA. Call (801) 451-4100 for general sheriff's office information or (801) 451-4200 for the jail directly.
Davis County criminal history reports are available from the Davis County Sheriff's Office for $15 per report. Requests require a completed Application for Criminal History Form. Payment can be made by check, money order, or credit card. Fingerprinting for background checks is also available at the sheriff's office.
For incident and accident reports from Davis County, complete a Request for Record Form. You can email the form to records@co.davis.ut.us or fax it to (801) 451-4167. The Davis County Sheriff's office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 5:00 pm.
Use VINE at vinelink.com to track current inmate status for anyone arrested in Layton. VINE covers 2,900 jails and prisons across 48 states. Register for automated alerts about custody changes by email, text, or phone.
The Utah State Courts website provides up-to-date information on court records for Layton criminal cases.
The Utah State Courts system provides online access to Layton and Davis County criminal case records through the XChange portal.
Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification for Layton Residents
BCI holds the statewide repository for criminal history records. Layton residents can get their own criminal history from BCI in person or by mail. Third parties need authorization from the subject of the record.
BCI is at 4315 South 2700 West Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129. Hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Phone: (801) 965-4445. The office is closed on state holidays and weekends.
The fee for a criminal history record from BCI is $20 as of July 1, 2025. A valid government-issued photo ID is required. Utah Driving Privilege Cards are not accepted. BCI accepts cash, personal check, VISA, MasterCard, money order, or cashier's check.
BCI also provides mail-in requests. Download the application at bci.utah.gov and mail it with payment. Mail the completed application and fee to: Bureau of Criminal Identification, 3888 West 5400 South, Salt Lake City, Utah 84129.
BCI also provides fingerprinting services for non-criminal purposes. These include LiveScan and traditional ink fingerprints for background check purposes. Layton residents can visit BCI in person for fingerprinting during business hours.
Note: BCI has warned the public about scammers calling from what appears to be state government numbers and identifying themselves as BCI Officers. This is a scam. BCI does not make such calls.
Layton Criminal Records and GRAMA
All Layton city and Davis County agencies follow GRAMA when handling criminal records requests. The law is at Utah Code section 63G-2-101 et seq. Every person has the right to inspect public records free of charge. Copies carry fees set by the agency.
Records are classified as public, private, protected, or controlled. Public records are open to everyone. Private records go only to the subject or authorized parties. Protected records require a court order or other legal authorization. The agency must tell you the classification when it denies a request.
Layton agencies must respond within 10 business days for standard requests. Media requests qualify for a 5-business-day response. If the agency cannot respond in time, it must notify the requester with an estimated date. Extraordinary circumstances may require an extension.
If an agency denies your request, you have 30 days to appeal. The denial notice must state the legal reason and describe the appeal process. Appeals in Utah go to the State Records Committee or district court depending on the type of denial.
Expungement of Layton Criminal Records
Layton residents with past criminal records may qualify to have those records expunged under Utah law. Expungement seals the record and allows the person to legally say the arrest or conviction did not occur.
Arrest records may be expunged 30 days after the arrest if no charges were filed or if the case was dismissed. Conviction records require waiting periods: 7 years for felonies, 5 years for Class A misdemeanors, 4 years for Class B misdemeanors, 3 years for Class C misdemeanors.
You must obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from BCI before filing a petition. The application fee is $65. The issuance fee is another $65 if you qualify. Ineligible offenses include capital and first-degree felonies, violent felonies, and registerable sex offenses.
After expungement, Layton Police records and BCI records related to the case are sealed. The court record is also sealed. Get more information at utcourts.gov/howto/expunge.
Davis County Criminal Records
Layton is in Davis County. All criminal cases from Layton go through the Davis County court system. The county provides additional resources for court records, jail records, and criminal history for Layton residents.
Nearby Utah Cities
Residents of nearby cities access criminal records through their local courts and police departments.