Find Criminal Records in Carbon County
Carbon County criminal records are held by the Carbon County Sheriff's Office, the 7th Judicial District Court in Price, and the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. The public can search arrest records, booking information, and court records through official agencies and online databases. Price is the county seat and home to the Sheriff's Office and the courthouse. This page explains how to find and obtain Carbon County criminal records from the correct sources.
Carbon County Quick Facts
Carbon County Sheriff and Arrest Records
Sheriff Jeff Wood leads the Carbon County Sheriff's Office at 240 West Main, Price, UT 84501. The main phone is (435) 636-3251. The fax number is (435) 636-3212. Sheriff Wood can be reached by email at jeff.wood@carbon.utah.gov. The Jail phone is (435) 636-3254. The jail is also located at 240 West Main Street, Price, UT 84501.
Carbon County arrest records are created at the point of booking and become part of the public record. Each arrest generates a file that includes the individual's identifying information, the charges, and the circumstances of the arrest. These records are accessible to the public through the Sheriff's Office or through statewide records databases. The Sheriff's Office maintains records for law enforcement activity throughout the county, covering all unincorporated areas as well as smaller communities.
Carbon County was established in 1894 and named for the carbon-rich geology of the region, which supported its coal mining heritage. The county's 2020 census population was 20,412. In 2021, Carbon County recorded 31 violent crimes and 54 property crimes. Criminal records in the county cover murders, rapes, burglaries, arson, motor vehicle theft, assaults, and sexual crimes.
The screenshot below shows publicly available criminal records and arrest data compiled for Carbon County, Utah.
Third-party databases like this one can help identify relevant records, but official queries to the Sheriff's Office or BCI will yield the most complete Carbon County criminal history.
| Sheriff | Jeff Wood |
|---|---|
| Sheriff's Office Address | 240 West Main, Price, UT 84501 |
| Main Phone | (435) 636-3251 |
| Fax | (435) 636-3212 |
| jeff.wood@carbon.utah.gov | |
| Jail Phone | (435) 636-3254 |
Carbon County Court Records and the 7th District
Carbon County is part of Utah's 7th Judicial District. The District Court Clerk is Seth Marsing, located at 751 East 100 North, Suite 1600, Price, UT 84501. The court phone is (435) 636-3200. Court hours are Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm MST. All records requests must be made in writing. A photo ID is required when picking up documents in person.
The 7th District Court handles felony criminal cases filed in Carbon County. Misdemeanor and infraction cases are handled by the Justice Court. Carbon County court records include case filings, criminal charges, hearing schedules, sentencing records, and case outcomes. Many of these records are searchable through the Utah Courts XChange portal, which allows public users to search case data across the statewide court network.
Court records in Carbon County cover the full range of criminal offenses. A person can search by name or case number to find information about pending or closed cases. For sealed or expunged records, access is restricted by court order. The court clerk can explain what records are available for a specific case and what steps are needed to obtain copies.
Carbon County Criminal Records Request Process
Carbon County criminal records are public documents under Utah's GRAMA statute. Requests must be submitted in writing and must include identifying information about the subject. A photo ID is required when requesting records in person. The Sheriff's Office and the District Court are the two primary agencies that handle criminal records requests in Carbon County.
For court-related criminal records, contact the court clerk at (435) 636-3200 or visit the courthouse at 751 East 100 North, Suite 1600, Price, UT 84501. For arrest records and booking information, contact the Sheriff's Office at (435) 636-3251. Some records may require a formal written request. Response times vary depending on the complexity of the request and the volume of records involved.
The image below is from the Carbon County government portal, which provides access to county departments, public services, and records-related information.
The Carbon County portal connects residents to the Sheriff's Office, courts, and other county agencies that maintain criminal records.
Note: Records requests that require photo ID must be completed in person. Mailed or emailed requests that cannot be verified may be delayed or denied.
Statewide Criminal History for Carbon County
Comprehensive criminal background checks for Carbon County residents are available through the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI). BCI is the statewide repository for criminal history data and processes fingerprint-based background check requests. Their office is at 4315 S 2700 West Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129, and their phone is (801) 965-4445.
A BCI background check covers arrests and convictions from all Utah courts and agencies, including Carbon County. This is the most thorough option for a statewide criminal records search. BCI reports are used by courts, licensing boards, and individuals seeking their own criminal history. Results include case outcomes, which may differ from arrest charges if a case was reduced, dismissed, or resulted in acquittal.
Inmate Search and VINE Tracking in Carbon County
The VINE inmate tracking service is available for monitoring inmates held in Carbon County. VINE provides real-time custody status and sends automated alerts when an inmate's situation changes, such as a release or transfer. The service is free and available around the clock, seven days a week.
To search for an inmate, you need the person's name or their jail identification number. VINE covers inmates held across Utah's county and state facilities. Alerts can be received by phone, text, or email. This is the recommended way to stay informed about the custody status of anyone held in the Carbon County Jail without making repeated calls to the facility.
The image below is from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification, the state agency responsible for processing statewide criminal history reports that include Carbon County records.
BCI is the primary statewide resource for obtaining complete criminal history background checks covering Carbon County and all other Utah jurisdictions.
Warrant Records in Carbon County
Active warrants in Carbon County are searchable through the Utah statewide warrant search portal. This tool lets anyone search by name for outstanding warrants. Warrant records include the type of warrant, the associated offense, the issuing court, and whether the warrant is currently active.
Bench warrants in Carbon County are issued by the 7th District Court or the Justice Court when a defendant fails to appear for a scheduled hearing. Arrest warrants are issued when law enforcement establishes probable cause for an arrest. Both types of warrants are part of Carbon County criminal records and carry serious legal consequences. Contact the Sheriff's Office or the District Court if you have questions about a specific warrant.
Expungement of Carbon County Criminal Records
Some Carbon County criminal records may be eligible for expungement. Expungement seals a record from public access, which means it will not appear in standard criminal records searches. Information about the Utah expungement process is available at the Utah Courts expungement page. Eligibility depends on the offense type, the case outcome, and how much time has passed since the conviction or arrest.
Cases filed in the 7th District Court in Price are subject to the standard Utah expungement procedure. The BCI reviews expungement petitions before they go to the court. Once the court grants an expungement, the record is sealed and no longer accessible to the public through standard searches. Speak with the court clerk or a legal professional for guidance on starting the process.
The image below is from the Utah State Courts system, which handles expungement petitions and maintains court records for Carbon County through the 7th District Court.
The Utah Courts XChange system allows public access to Carbon County court records, including case filings and criminal case outcomes, in the 7th Judicial District.