Box Elder County Residents Directory
The Box Elder County residents directory gathers public records from county offices in Brigham City and state agencies that serve this northwestern corner of Utah. Box Elder County has about 57,000 residents and stretches from the shores of the Great Salt Lake to the Idaho border. The county seat is Brigham City, where most government offices are located. Records on Box Elder County residents come from the sheriff's office, the First District Court, the county recorder, and several state-level databases. This page explains each source and how you can search for public information on people in Box Elder County.
Box Elder County Quick Facts
Box Elder County Sheriff Records
The Box Elder County Sheriff's Office handles law enforcement for the unincorporated areas and some smaller communities. The office is at 52 S 1000 W in Brigham City. The phone number is (435) 734-3800. The sheriff runs the county jail, responds to calls, and manages records on arrests, bookings, and warrants.
Inmate information for Box Elder County is available through the Vinelink system. Phone inquiries are also welcome if you want to check on someone in custody. Call the jail directly at the number above. Booking data includes the person's name, charges, booking date, and bail amount. Under GRAMA (Utah Code 63G-2), most booking and arrest information is public. The sheriff's office can also provide incident reports and other law enforcement records, though some may be withheld if they relate to an active case or a protected person.
The Box Elder County website is the starting point for sheriff and jail records.
The VINE system lets you track inmates from Box Elder County and get alerts when their custody status changes.
Search Box Elder County Court Records
Box Elder County falls under the First District Court. This is the same judicial district that serves Cache County and Rich County. The court handles criminal, civil, family, and small claims cases for Box Elder County residents. You can search case records for free on the Utah Courts website. The search tool covers all Utah courts. Enter a name and you see cases from Box Elder County and any other county where the person has a case.
For documents and certified copies, contact the court clerk in Brigham City. Walk-in visits work during business hours. You can also send a written request by mail. Criminal records show charges, pleas, sentences, and case status. Civil records include lawsuits, liens, and judgments. Divorce and custody files are in the family division. Most court records are public under GRAMA. Juvenile records are generally sealed. Some family law documents may have redacted sections. Fees for copies depend on the type and number of pages you need from the Box Elder County court.
| Court |
First District Court 01 S Main St Brigham City, UT 84302 Phone: (435) 734-4600 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Online Search | utcourts.gov |
Property Records in Box Elder County
The Box Elder County Recorder is at 01 S Main St in Brigham City. Call (435) 734-3393 for questions. The recorder keeps deeds, liens, mortgages, easements, and plat maps. These property records are a core part of the Box Elder County residents directory. They show who owns what and where. A deed search reveals current and past owners. Liens show unpaid debts tied to a property.
Property tax records are also available through the Box Elder County assessor and the Utah State Tax Commission. Tax data shows assessed values, tax payments, and exemptions. All property records are public. You do not need to be the owner. Fees for copies vary by page count and document type. If you need old Box Elder County property records that are no longer on file locally, try the Utah State Archives. They hold historical county records that have been transferred for long-term storage.
Box Elder County Residents Directory Sources
State databases extend the Box Elder County residents directory well beyond what local offices hold. The Bureau of Criminal Identification processes criminal history checks covering all counties. A name-based search costs $15 and pulls from law enforcement, courts, and corrections data statewide. Any arrest or conviction tied to a Box Elder County resident will show up in the results.
The Department of Corrections offender search shows who is in prison, on parole, or on probation. It covers anyone from Box Elder County under state supervision. Professional licensing records are at DOPL. You can check if a Box Elder County resident holds a valid license in a field like nursing, real estate, or construction. The Department of Public Safety oversees several of these databases and can point you to the right agency if you are not sure where to look.
The corrections offender search tool is shown below.
This statewide tool covers anyone from Box Elder County who is under state correctional supervision.
Vital Records and Public Access
Birth, death, marriage, and divorce records for Box Elder County residents go through the Utah Office of Vital Records. The state keeps these from 1905 onward. Certified copies are $25 each. You can order online, by mail, or in person at the Salt Lake City office. Birth certificates have restricted access. Death, marriage, and divorce records are available to a broader range of people.
Marriage licenses in Box Elder County are issued by the county clerk in Brigham City. Divorce records come from the First District Court. If you need either type, start with those offices. For general vital records, the state office is your best bet. Under GRAMA, you can request records from any Box Elder County office. The law gives the office 10 business days to respond. Denials can be appealed. Most records default to public status. Box Elder County follows the same GRAMA rules as every other county in Utah.
The GRAMA records access page explains how to file requests for Box Elder County records.
GRAMA applies to all Box Elder County offices and gives the public a right to access most government records.
Find Records Online
Here are the main online tools for the Box Elder County residents directory:
- Court case search: utcourts.gov
- Criminal history: bci.utah.gov
- Offender search: corrections.utah.gov
- Vital records: vitalrecords.utah.gov
- Inmate alerts: vinelink.com
- Professional licensing: dopl.utah.gov
Some Box Elder County records are only available by phone, mail, or in-person visit. Check the Box Elder County website for contact information for specific departments.
Cities in Box Elder County
Box Elder County has several communities. Brigham City is the county seat and the largest city. Tremonton is the second-largest city in the county. All county-level records are managed from Brigham City.
Other towns in Box Elder County include Perry, Willard, and Garland. These smaller communities are served by the same county offices and the First District Court.
Nearby Counties
Box Elder County borders Weber County to the south and Cache County to the east. Davis County is a short drive south along I-15. Records for people who live near county lines may show up in more than one county.