Roy City Criminal History Records
Roy criminal history records are available through the Roy Police Department, the Second District Court in Ogden, and the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Roy is a city in Weber County with about 40,000 residents. Whether you are looking for a local police report, a court case file, or a full statewide background check, each source serves a different purpose. This page explains how to access criminal history records in Roy and what to expect from each source.
Roy Quick Facts
Roy Police Department Criminal Records
The Roy Police Department Records Division processes all police records requests for the city. The division is located at 5051 S 1900 W, Roy, UT 84067. Phone is (801) 774-2600. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
All records requests in Roy go through the Utah GRAMA process. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201, most government records are public and available to anyone who asks. The agency has 10 business days to respond. You can submit a request in person or through the online form. Written requests are also accepted by mail.
Records you can request include incident reports, arrest records, and other documents created by Roy officers. Fees apply for copies of documents. Valid government-issued photo ID is required when picking up records in person. Most requests are processed within 10 business days.
Some records may be classified as protected or private. This can happen when a case involves an active investigation, a juvenile, or a victim whose privacy is protected by law. If your request is denied in whole or in part, the agency will provide a written explanation.
Note: Police records and court records are separate. A police report shows what was documented at the time of an incident. Court records show what happened after charges were filed.
Roy Criminal History at the State Level
For a complete statewide background check, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification is the right source. BCI maintains records on all arrests and convictions across Utah, including those in Roy. The Utah BCI website explains the process for requesting a criminal history record.
BCI is at 4315 South 2700 West, Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129. Phone: (801) 965-4445. As of July 2025, the fee is $20 for a name and date of birth search. Fingerprint-based searches cost $20. Checking your own record also costs $20. All three methods are available by visiting BCI in person, mailing a request, or using the online system.
Fingerprint searches are more reliable. A name search can return records for multiple people with similar names. A fingerprint search links results to a single individual. For cases where accuracy matters most, fingerprint-based checks are the better choice. BCI can take prints at their Taylorsville office, or you can use a licensed Livescan provider and submit the results.
Second District Court and Roy Criminal Cases
Criminal cases in Roy are handled by the Second District Court, which serves Weber County. The main courthouse is in Ogden. Importantly, the Second District Court also has a Roy courthouse location at 805 S 2300 W, Roy, UT 84067. This location handles matters specific to Roy and nearby areas.
The Utah Courts MyCase portal is a free tool for searching case information. You can search by name or case number. Basic details like party names, case status, and filing dates are public. For full document access, the XChange system costs $30 per month and gives broader access to court filings.
You can also visit the Roy courthouse in person to review case files. Court staff can search by name or case number. Call the Second District Court before visiting to confirm hours and what to bring. Certified copies from the court file have their own fee schedule.
The Utah Criminal Identification Act, Title 53 Chapter 10, governs how criminal records are maintained and released. Knowing this statute helps you understand your rights when requesting criminal history in Roy.
Roy Warrant Records
The free Utah Statewide Warrant Search covers active warrants issued by courts across Utah. This includes warrants issued by the Second District Court for Roy cases. Search by name to see if an active warrant exists.
Warrants in Roy are issued by the court for reasons like failure to appear, unpaid fines, or new charges. A warrant does not go away on its own. It stays active until resolved in court or recalled by a judge. If you find a warrant tied to your name or someone you know, contact an attorney or the Roy Police at (801) 774-2600 before taking further action.
Note: The statewide warrant database is updated regularly but may not reflect same-day changes. Always verify directly with the court if you need confirmation of current warrant status.
Utah Corrections and State Records for Roy
The Utah Department of Corrections Offender Search shows basic information on people in state custody or on parole. If someone from Roy has been sentenced to a state facility, this tool may show their current status. It is free and available to the public.
The Utah State Archives holds older criminal records that may not appear in electronic databases. The archives are at 346 S Rio Grande St, Salt Lake City, UT 84101. If you are researching historical records from Roy or Weber County, the archives may have materials that other sources do not.
The XChange court system and the Utah State Archives together give access to both current and historical criminal records across Utah. Using multiple sources gives the most complete picture of any person's criminal history in Roy or elsewhere in the state.
Requesting Records Under GRAMA in Roy
GRAMA gives every person the right to request public records from Roy city agencies. You do not need to be a resident, and you do not need to explain why you want the record. The city must respond within 10 business days. If a record is withheld, the agency must give a written reason.
You can appeal a denial. First, appeal to the agency head. If that is denied, you can take it to the State Records Committee. GRAMA is designed to make government records accessible. Roy's City Recorder coordinates all GRAMA requests for city departments. Contact the City Recorder's Office if you are unsure which department holds the records you need.
State-level records access is governed by Utah Code § 63G-2. This statute applies to all public agencies in Utah, including Roy city departments. Review it if you have questions about your rights under GRAMA before filing a request.
Expunging Criminal Records in Roy
Utah's expungement process lets eligible residents seal qualifying criminal records. Once expunged, the record is not accessible in standard public background checks. Utah's Clean Slate law, effective February 2022, provides automatic expungement for some low-level offenses without requiring any action from the person.
If your offense does not qualify automatically, you file a petition with the Second District Court. The Utah Courts guide at utcourts.gov/howto/expunge covers the step-by-step process. The filing fee is $135. After the court grants expungement, you need a Certificate of Eligibility from BCI for $65. Not all offenses qualify. Capital felonies, first-degree felonies, and most sex offenses are excluded. Other offenses have waiting periods that must pass first.
Weber County Criminal History Records
Roy is located in Weber County. All criminal cases filed in Roy go through the Second District Court, which serves all of Weber County. For county-level resources, court details, and additional background check tools, visit the Weber County criminal history page.
Nearby Utah Cities
Cities near Roy in Weber County share the same Second District Court. Select a city below for criminal history information.