Search Juab County Recent Arrests
Juab County recent arrests are kept by the Juab County Sheriff in Nephi. The office runs the county jail and logs each booking. You can search Juab County recent arrests by name, date, or case number. Some data is online. Some you must ask for by mail or in person. This page shows you where to look for Juab County recent arrests, how to file a GRAMA records request, and how to find the court case that goes with a booking. It is a quick local guide for family and the public.
Juab County Quick Facts
Juab County Sheriff Recent Arrests
The Juab County Sheriff's Office handles all arrest and jail records for the county. The office runs the county jail and books new arrests each day. Staff keep the records for the public. You can ask about Juab County recent arrests by phone, email, or in person at the main office in Nephi. The Sheriff follows Utah Sheriff's Association rules for records.
Go to the county site at juabcounty.gov for contact info. The main line for the Sheriff is (435) 623-1349. Staff can tell you if a person is in the Juab County Jail and when they were booked. For older records, you need to file a formal request under Utah Code § 63G-2, also called GRAMA.
The Sheriff keeps booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and custody status. Each Juab County recent arrest gets a booking number. Staff use that number to pull the full file. Mug shots may or may not be in the public file. GRAMA lets the Sheriff keep some data private if it would harm an open case or a victim.
Juab County Jail Bookings
The Juab County Jail holds people who were just arrested and those serving short terms. The jail is in Nephi. Booking records show the arrest date, charges, bond info, and custody status. These records are kept in line with GRAMA rules. Staff can verify if a person is in custody right now. Call ahead if you plan to visit or bail someone out.
To ask about a Juab County recent arrest, call the jail line or stop by during open hours. Public info is free to view on request. Copy fees may apply. For larger files, the county uses the ten day GRAMA window under Utah Code § 63G-2.
Note: Bond amounts can change after a first hearing, so call the court for the latest number.
Juab County 4th District Court
The 4th District Court handles criminal cases from Juab County arrests. The court is at 102 East 200 North, Nephi, UT 84648. Court records go online through the XChange system. You can search by party name or case number at utcourts.gov/xchange. The free MyCase tool lets parties view their own case. Both tools show charges, hearing dates, and final rulings.
After a Juab County recent arrest, the first hearing often comes within a day or two. The judge sets bail or releases the person on their own word. The court clerk keeps the full file. For certified copies, visit the clerk in Nephi or call ahead. The state court site at utcourts.gov has forms, rules, and help pages.
Juab County GRAMA Records Request
GRAMA is Utah's public records law. It gives you the right to view most arrest records. File a request with the Juab County records officer. Include your name, phone, and a clear description of what you want. The county must reply within ten business days. Fees may apply for copies and staff time. The first 15 minutes of staff time are free under state rules.
Send GRAMA requests to the Juab County Clerk or the Sheriff records unit in Nephi. You can mail, fax, or deliver them by hand. Keep a copy of your request. If the county denies your request, you may appeal to the chief administrator and then to the State Records Committee. Full rules are in Utah Code § 63G-2.
Note: Some records may be classified as private or protected if they tie to an open case or a juvenile.
Utah BCI and Warrant Checks
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification runs the state rap sheet system. You can ask for your own criminal history through BCI. The office is part of the Department of Public Safety. Visit bci.utah.gov for forms and fees. State law on these records is at Utah Code § 53-10-108.
Warrant checks are free at the court site. Statewide warrants also show in the BCI system. If a warrant was issued from a Juab County recent arrest, the case will appear in XChange. Call the 4th District Court clerk if you need help finding the file. You can also reach the state court at utcourts.gov.
Expungement of Juab County Arrests
Not all Juab County recent arrests lead to a guilty plea. Some cases are dropped or end with a not guilty verdict. Utah law lets you clean up the record with an expungement. Get a BCI eligibility check first. Then file a petition with the 4th District Court in Juab County. The rules are in Utah Code § 77-40.
The wait time depends on the charge. Most misdemeanors need a three to five year clean record. Most felonies need five to seven years. Free help is at utahlegalservices.org. The Utah State Bar referral line is (801) 531-9077. An expungement can remove a Juab County recent arrest from most public tools.
Legal Help in Juab County
People with low income can get free legal help from Utah Legal Services. They cover Juab County through offices that serve rural Utah. Visit utahlegalservices.org or call their intake line. For paid counsel, use the Utah State Bar referral service. The state court self-help site at utcourts.gov/selfhelp has free forms and guides.
The public defender serves clients who cannot pay for a lawyer. If you face charges from a Juab County recent arrest, ask the judge for a public defender at your first hearing. This is a key right under state and federal law.
Nearby Counties
Juab County borders several other Utah counties. Check a nearby county if your case is not local.