South Salt Lake Criminal Records Database
South Salt Lake criminal records are maintained by the South Salt Lake Police Department, the South Salt Lake City Recorder's Office, and the Third Judicial District Court serving Salt Lake County. South Salt Lake is a Salt Lake County city of approximately 24,000 residents located directly south of Salt Lake City proper. All felony and serious misdemeanor cases from South Salt Lake go through the Third District Court. Police reports and arrest records are accessible under Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act.
South Salt Lake Quick Facts
Where to Find South Salt Lake Criminal Records
South Salt Lake criminal records come from city and county agencies. The South Salt Lake City Recorder's Office handles GRAMA requests for city records. The South Salt Lake Police Department processes requests for police reports and incident records. Salt Lake County agencies hold county-level records including jail bookings and county arrest data.
The South Salt Lake City Recorder is located at 220 East Morris Avenue, Suite 200, South Salt Lake, UT 84115. GRAMA requests can be submitted in three ways. You can download a PDF form, complete it, and bring it to the Recorder's Office. You can submit a digital GRAMA request form online through the city's portal. You can also submit through the Utah Open Records Portal, which serves multiple agencies.
The South Salt Lake Police Department serves the city and processes police-specific records requests separately from the recorder's office. Police reports, arrest logs, incident records, and related documentation are handled by the department's records unit. GRAMA rules apply equally to police records as to other city records, with the same 10-business-day response window.
Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office at 3365 South 900 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84119 maintains county-level records covering the broader Salt Lake County area including South Salt Lake. The county also provides GRAMA request services through the Salt Lake County records management office.
Note: South Salt Lake police records from active criminal investigations are classified as protected under GRAMA and may not be released until the case is fully resolved.
Salt Lake County Records and South Salt Lake Criminal Records
The Salt Lake County GRAMA records page provides information on how to submit public records requests for county-level records, including criminal records that involve South Salt Lake residents processed through Salt Lake County systems.
Salt Lake County processes GRAMA requests for records held by county agencies, including the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office and county jail. The county provides the first 30 minutes of research at no charge. After that, staff time runs $25 per hour. Certified copies cost $10 or the statutory fee. Paper copies cost up to $0.50 per page. If the estimated cost exceeds $50, prepayment may be required before the county begins processing your request.
Salt Lake County jail records are relevant to South Salt Lake criminal records because individuals arrested in South Salt Lake by county or city officers may be booked into the county detention facility. Jail booking records, bail information, and custody status are maintained by the Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office. VINE at vinelink.com provides free real-time custody status updates for Salt Lake County inmates.
Note: Fee waiver requests can be submitted with your GRAMA request. You must explain the public interest benefit that would result from releasing the records. The county evaluates waiver requests on a case-by-case basis.
How to Search South Salt Lake Criminal Records
You can search South Salt Lake criminal records through several channels. The right method depends on whether you need police reports, court case records, or statewide criminal history.
For South Salt Lake city records and police reports, submit a GRAMA request through the South Salt Lake City Recorder's Office. Use the downloadable PDF form, the online digital form, or the Utah Open Records Portal. Complete the form with your name, contact information, and a clear description of the records you need. The recorder will direct your request to the correct department. The standard response time is 10 business days.
For court case records, the Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov gives online access to Third District Court cases for a $30 monthly subscription. You can search by name, case number, or citation. Results show case type, charges, hearing dates, and current status. Document images are available for some case types.
For statewide criminal history, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at 4315 South 2700 West Suite 1300 in Taylorsville provides comprehensive background checks that include all South Salt Lake records. Name-based and fingerprint-based checks cost $20 each as of July 1, 2025. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The phone is (801) 965-4445.
The Utah Department of Corrections offender search is free to use. You can search by name or offender number. Results include date of birth, physical description, and facility or supervision status. This covers current inmates and those under active supervision statewide, including Salt Lake County facilities.
For custody alerts, VINE at vinelink.com provides free real-time inmate custody information for Salt Lake County and all Utah jails and prisons. You can register for automated notifications via email, text, or phone. The service covers facilities in 48 states and is available 24 hours a day.
GRAMA and South Salt Lake Criminal Records Access
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act governs all public records requests in South Salt Lake. GRAMA is found under Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. Every person has the right to inspect any public record free of charge and the right to take a copy at the applicable fee rate.
South Salt Lake agencies must respond to GRAMA requests within 10 business days. The response must provide the record, deny the request with a stated legal basis, or notify you that more time is needed due to extraordinary circumstances. Media organizations may receive expedited 5-business-day processing. Non-media requesters may also seek expedited processing by showing a compelling need.
The GRAMA statute sets out four record classifications. Public records are open to anyone. Private records relate to personal information with restricted access. Controlled records contain sensitive medical or psychiatric data. Protected records include active investigations and other restricted categories. You do not need to state a reason when requesting a public record from South Salt Lake City or Salt Lake County agencies.
If a request is denied, you may appeal to the city's chief administrative officer. After that, you may appeal to the Utah State Records Committee. A final appeal may be taken to district court. This full appeal process is available for requests made to South Salt Lake City, the South Salt Lake Police Department, and Salt Lake County agencies.
Utah BCI Criminal History Records for South Salt Lake Residents
The BCI criminal records division maintains the statewide criminal history repository that includes all South Salt Lake arrest and conviction data. BCI records draw from law enforcement agencies across Utah, including the South Salt Lake Police Department and Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office.
In-person requests are accepted at the BCI office Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Valid government-issued photo ID is required. Utah Driving Privilege Cards are not accepted. Mail requests require a downloaded BCI application, payment, and identification documentation. Both name-based and fingerprint-based searches cost $20 as of July 1, 2025. Fingerprint-based searches are more thorough and can link records across multiple jurisdictions.
Third-party requests for another person's criminal history require a notarized release form signed by the subject of the record. This applies whether you are requesting records from BCI or any other Utah agency. The BCI also handles requests from individuals who wish to review or challenge inaccurate entries in their own criminal history record. A $20 record challenge fee applies as of July 1, 2025.
Third District Court and South Salt Lake Criminal Records
The Third Judicial District Court handles all felony and serious misdemeanor criminal cases from South Salt Lake. This court serves Salt Lake County. Criminal case records at the Third District Court include charging documents, arraignment records, plea agreements, verdicts, sentencing orders, and probation terms.
Court records are public once filed unless the court seals them by order. Juvenile records and cases with specific protective orders operate under separate access rules. The court clerk can advise you on what records are available for a specific case. Certified copies are available from the clerk's office. Certified copies carry the court's official seal and are required for most legal proceedings. Plain copies are available at a lower fee.
The Utah Courts website provides contact information, hours, and location details for the Third District Court. The XChange case search system covers all Third District criminal cases and is accessible with a monthly subscription. Document images vary by case type. For pending cases, certain filings may be restricted until the case concludes. The court clerk is the best resource for case-specific access questions.
Note: Federal criminal cases involving South Salt Lake residents are not held by the Third District Court. Federal cases are searched through PACER at pacer.uscourts.gov under the District of Utah.
Salt Lake County Criminal Records
South Salt Lake is located in Salt Lake County. All criminal cases from the city run through Salt Lake County's court and law enforcement systems. The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office and the Third District Court both maintain extensive records covering the full county. For a broader view of county-level criminal records, jail bookings, and GRAMA procedures, visit the Salt Lake County criminal records page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Nearby cities have their own law enforcement agencies and court jurisdictions for criminal records.