Draper Utah Criminal History Records
Draper criminal history records come from the Draper Police Department, the Third District Court, and the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Draper is a fast-growing Salt Lake County city of about 50,000 residents located in the south end of the Salt Lake Valley. It is also home to the Utah Department of Corrections Records Bureau. Criminal cases from Draper go through the Third District Court. This page covers how to search criminal history in Draper, request police and city records, and access statewide background check tools.
Draper Quick Facts
Draper Police Department Criminal Records
The Draper Police Department Records Division handles all police records requests for the city. The division is at 502 E 12300 S, Draper, UT 84020. Phone is (801) 840-4000. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Records can be requested in person or online. Most records are available within 5 to 10 business days. Valid photo ID is required for all requests. Fees apply for report copies and accident reports.
The Draper Police Department records page at draper.ut.us/police/records provides information on how to submit records requests. All requests follow the GRAMA process under Utah Code. You describe the records with reasonable specificity, including dates, names, and case numbers when available. The department has 10 business days to respond to standard GRAMA requests and 5 days for urgent requests with supporting documentation.
The Draper Police Department Records Division provides access to police reports, incident logs, and arrest records under GRAMA. The department processes requests in the order received and notifies you of any records that may be classified as protected or private under state law.
For general city records that are not police reports, Draper City handles requests through the City Recorder's Office. The city's public records page at draper.ut.us/government/records-request explains the GRAMA process for city records. The City Recorder coordinates non-police records requests.
Draper City's public records request page allows residents to submit GRAMA requests for a wide range of city government records including administrative documents, budgets, and non-police records. The City Recorder's Office phone is (801) 576-6502.
Note: Records from Draper's history as part of both Salt Lake County and Utah County (the city boundaries span the county line in some areas) may require checking both county systems for historical records.
How to Find Criminal History in Draper
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at bci.utah.gov is the main state resource for criminal history record checks. BCI is at 4315 South 2700 West Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129. Phone is (801) 965-4445. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A right of access check costs $20. Name and date of birth checks are $20. Fingerprint-based checks are also $20 and are more thorough. BCI mails results and does not email or fax them.
Court records for Draper criminal cases go through the Third District Court for Salt Lake County cases. The free Utah Courts MyCase portal at casesearch.utcourts.gov provides free basic case lookup. The XChange subscription at utcourts.gov/xchange gives full document access for $30 per month. In-person searches are available at the Third District Court clerk's office in Salt Lake City.
Draper is also home to the Utah Department of Corrections Records Bureau at 14717 South Minuteman Drive, Draper, UT 84020. Phone is (801) 545-5525. The DOC offender search at corrections.utah.gov/offender-search is the main public tool for looking up people in state custody or on supervision statewide. This is particularly relevant for Draper given the city's DOC presence.
Draper Court Records
Draper criminal cases are primarily handled by the Third District Court for Salt Lake County. This is the court that covers the majority of Draper, which sits largely within Salt Lake County. The court handles felony cases, serious misdemeanors, and civil matters. The court clerk keeps all case files and provides copies of filings, orders, and judgments. Records are generally public under GRAMA unless sealed by court order.
| Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 450 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84114 |
| Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
To search Draper court records, use the free MyCase portal online or visit the Third District Court clerk in Salt Lake City. Bring a valid photo ID for in-person visits. The clerk can confirm whether records are available, what formats they come in, and the current fees for copies. Certified copies cost more than plain ones.
Background Checks for Draper Residents
Draper residents can request their own criminal history record from BCI at the right of access rate of $20. You complete a Criminal History Record Application, have fingerprints taken at a local law enforcement agency or at BCI's office, and submit payment. The Draper Police Department at (801) 840-4000 can assist with fingerprinting. Results are mailed directly to the address on your application.
The Utah Criminal Identification Act at § 53-10-108 governs BCI's criminal history records. BCI draws from law enforcement agencies statewide, including the Draper Police Department. A name and date of birth check costs $20. A fingerprint check, which confirms identity more precisely, also costs $20. Use the fingerprint method when accuracy is important and a name-based search might produce results for the wrong person.
The Utah DOC Records Bureau at 14717 South Minuteman Drive, Draper, UT 84020, phone (801) 545-5525, handles records related to DOC-supervised individuals. This is relevant when the criminal history involves state prison time or active state supervision in Utah.
Expungement Resources in Draper
Utah's Clean Slate law has been running since February 2022. Draper residents with eligible convictions may qualify for automatic record sealing. Visit utcourts.gov/howto/expunge to see whether your conviction qualifies and whether you need to file a petition or if the record may already have been sealed automatically.
For convictions requiring a petition, get a Certificate of Eligibility from BCI for $65. File the petition at the Third District Court for a $135 filing fee. Once the judge signs the expungement order, BCI, the Third District Court, and the Draper Police Department all update their records. Sealed records will not appear in standard criminal history searches in Utah after the order takes effect.
Some convictions do not qualify. Violent felonies, sex offenses, and certain DUI records are excluded from expungement eligibility. The Third District Court clerk at (801) 238-7300 can answer questions about specific cases. Review the eligibility rules at the Utah Courts expungement page before beginning the process.
Note: People on active state supervision through the DOC should check with their supervising officer before beginning the expungement process to understand how it affects their supervision terms.
Warrant Records in Draper
Draper warrants appear in the Utah statewide warrant database at secure.utah.gov/warrants. The tool searches by name across all Utah jurisdictions and shows both bench warrants from the Third District Court and arrest warrants from the Draper Police Department once entered into the system.
If you discover an active warrant, contact the Draper Police Department at (801) 840-4000 or the Third District Court clerk at (801) 238-7300. Taking action right away avoids an unexpected arrest and gives you the most options for resolving the matter. Warrants remain active indefinitely until resolved, and law enforcement can act on them at any traffic stop or other contact.
GRAMA and Public Records in Draper
Draper City handles public records requests under Utah Code § 63G-2-201. The City Recorder's Office at (801) 576-6502 coordinates all non-police records requests. Police records go directly to the Draper Police Department Records Division at (801) 840-4000. Requests for city records can be submitted online, in person, or by mail. The city has 10 business days to respond to standard requests and 5 days for expedited ones with supporting documentation.
Draper City responds to GRAMA requests for administrative records, city government documents, and other public records. Some records may be classified as protected or private under GRAMA. Records related to active investigations, personal financial data, and attorney-client communications generally fall under protected or private categories. If your request is denied, you have the right to appeal through the State Records Committee.
For statewide criminal history that goes beyond local Draper records, BCI at bci.utah.gov is the most comprehensive single source. BCI combines data from all Utah law enforcement agencies and provides a consolidated criminal history record through a formal application process. Start there if you need a complete picture.
Salt Lake County Criminal History Resources
Draper is in Salt Lake County. For county-level criminal history resources, court contacts, and background check information, visit the Salt Lake County criminal history page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Neighboring cities in Salt Lake County use the Third District Court and their own police departments for criminal records. Pick a city below to find criminal history resources in that area.