Find Criminal History Records in West Jordan, Utah
West Jordan is one of Utah's largest cities, with a population near 120,000 in the southwestern Salt Lake Valley. Criminal history records for West Jordan come from several places: the West Jordan Police Department, the Third District Court, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification, and Salt Lake County. Each source holds different types of information. This page explains how to search criminal history in West Jordan, where to submit requests, and what tools are available to the public.
West Jordan Quick Facts
West Jordan Police Department Criminal Records
The West Jordan Police Department is the primary law enforcement agency for the city. Police headquarters is at 8040 S. Redwood Road, West Jordan, UT 84088. The non-emergency line is 801-840-4000. For records requests specifically, you can email police.records@westjordan.utah.gov or reach the records desk directly. Staff are available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
West Jordan Police uses an online portal for records requests. The portal is at cityofwestjordanutpd.nextrequest.com. You submit your request through the portal and communicate with the records division there. When you file a request, include the date of the incident, a clear description of the documents you want, and the case number if you have it. Traffic accident reports are handled separately through CrashDocs. Allow 7 to 10 days from the date of any incident before submitting a report request.
The NextRequest portal is the most direct route for West Jordan criminal history records at the local level. You can track the status of your request online, respond to any questions from the records staff, and download documents once they are approved. If you are not sure whether WJPD or the Salt Lake County Sheriff handled a particular incident, call the non-emergency line before submitting your request.
The West Jordan Police Records Portal is the starting point for all records requests from the West Jordan Police Department.
Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201, most government records are public. The city must respond to a GRAMA request within 10 business days. If the agency withholds a record, they must explain why in writing. You may appeal any denial.
Note: The Salt Lake County Sheriff also patrols some areas and handles certain enforcement functions in the region. If your request involves a county-level incident, contact the Salt Lake County Sheriff directly.
How to Search West Jordan Criminal History
Searching criminal history in West Jordan depends on what you need and where the information was created. Police reports come from the West Jordan Police Department. Court records come from the Third District Court. Statewide background check information comes from the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Each source has its own process and its own scope.
For court records, the free Utah Courts MyCase portal lets you search by name or case number. Basic case information is public and available without charge. This includes party names, filing dates, and case status. MyCase covers cases from all Utah courts, including West Jordan cases handled in the Third District Court. If you need full document access rather than just case summaries, the XChange system provides that for $30 per month.
For a statewide view that goes beyond court records, the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification is the right source. BCI maintains the statewide criminal history database and covers arrests and convictions from West Jordan and every other Utah jurisdiction. BCI is located just a short distance from West Jordan at 4315 South 2700 West, Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129, phone (801) 965-4445.
Active warrants can be checked for free at secure.utah.gov/warrants. This statewide tool is updated regularly and covers warrants issued by the Third District Court in West Jordan cases. It is the fastest free check available.
West Jordan Court Records in the Third District
Criminal cases from West Jordan are filed in the Third District Court, which serves all of Salt Lake County. The main courthouse is at 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114, phone (801) 238-7300. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. When a criminal case is filed, it becomes a public court record unless it is later sealed or expunged.
The Third District Court handles felony and class A misdemeanor cases. Lower-level misdemeanor and infraction cases from West Jordan may also appear in the Third District depending on the filing. You can search the full case index using MyCase at casesearch.utcourts.gov without any account or fee. Results show the case type, parties involved, filing date, and current status. If you need certified copies of court documents, contact the court clerk's office directly. Fees apply for certified copies, and you will need to know the case number before requesting specific documents.
Note: Visiting the courthouse in person is the most reliable way to access full case files. Bring valid photo ID. Security screens all visitors at the entrance.
Background Checks for West Jordan Residents
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification is the state agency that maintains the statewide criminal history database. BCI covers records from every Utah jurisdiction, including West Jordan. It is the right source when you need a complete picture rather than a single police report or a single court case.
BCI is at 4315 South 2700 West, Suite 1300, Taylorsville, UT 84129 -- geographically close to West Jordan. Phone: (801) 965-4445. As of July 2025, all three search types cost $20 each: a name and date of birth search, a fingerprint-based search, and a check of your own record. You can request records in person, by mail, or online through the BCI website at bci.utah.gov.
Fingerprint-based searches are more precise than name searches. A name search may return results for multiple people with similar names. Fingerprint searches link results to one specific person. For situations where accuracy matters most, the fingerprint option is the better choice. BCI can take fingerprints at the Taylorsville office, or you can use an approved Livescan provider.
The Utah Criminal Identification Act, Title 53 Chapter 10, governs how BCI collects, maintains, and releases criminal history records. Reviewing this statute can help you understand what information is in the database and who is authorized to access it.
Expungement of West Jordan Criminal Records
Utah law allows eligible residents to expunge qualifying criminal records. Expungement seals a record from public view. Utah's Clean Slate program, launched in February 2022, provides automatic expungement for certain low-level offenses without the person having to petition the court. If your record qualifies, it may already be sealed under this program.
For offenses that require a petition, you file with the Third District Court. The Utah Courts guide at utcourts.gov/howto/expunge walks through the full process step by step. The petition filing fee is $135. After the court grants expungement, you must also obtain a Certificate of Eligibility from BCI, which costs $65. Both steps are required to complete the process.
Not all offenses qualify. Capital felonies, first-degree felonies, and most sex offenses are not eligible for expungement. Other offenses have waiting periods before you can file. The courts website includes a full eligibility chart. Review it before starting the process. Waiting periods vary by offense level, and filing before the period is met will result in a denial.
Note: Once a record is expunged, most members of the public cannot access it. Certain government agencies and licensing boards may still view expunged records in limited circumstances authorized by law.
Warrant Records in West Jordan
The Utah Statewide Warrant Search covers active warrants from courts across the state, including the Third District Court, which handles West Jordan cases. The search tool is free and publicly available at secure.utah.gov/warrants. You can search by name at any time. The database is updated on a regular basis.
Warrants do not expire on their own. They stay active until a judge recalls them or a person resolves them in court. If a warrant comes up during a West Jordan criminal history search, contact an attorney before taking further steps. You can also call the West Jordan Police non-emergency line at 801-840-4000 for general information about warrants that may involve an active case.
For individuals currently in Utah state custody or under supervision, the Utah Department of Corrections Offender Search is free and publicly available. It shows basic information on individuals in the state corrections system, including those whose cases originated in West Jordan.
GRAMA and Public Records in West Jordan
GRAMA gives every person the right to request public records from West Jordan city agencies. You do not need to be a resident, and you do not need to explain your reason for the request. The agency must respond within 10 business days. If a record is withheld, the city must provide a written explanation.
West Jordan handles GRAMA requests for police records through the NextRequest portal at cityofwestjordanutpd.nextrequest.com. For non-police city records, requests may go to the city recorder's office. The full framework of GRAMA rights and procedures is set out in Utah Code § 63G-2.
Most police reports, court filings, and government correspondence are classified as public records. Active investigation files, juvenile records, and certain victim information are classified as protected. Controlled records require a court order to access. Understanding these categories helps you set realistic expectations before you submit a West Jordan public records request.
You have the right to appeal if your request is denied. The appeal goes first to the agency head. If still denied, you can file with the State Records Committee. The process is designed to be accessible to any member of the public without the need for an attorney.
Note: Records involving juvenile offenders are sealed by default under Utah law and are not accessible through a standard GRAMA request. A court order is required to access them in most situations.
Salt Lake County Criminal History Resources
West Jordan sits within Salt Lake County. All criminal cases from the city pass through the Third District Court, which serves the entire county. For county-wide resources, sheriff records, and additional criminal history tools, visit the Salt Lake County criminal history page.
Nearby Cities in the Salt Lake Valley
Cities near West Jordan share the same Third District Court and many of the same state criminal history resources. Select a city below for local information.