Salt Lake County Residents Directory
The Salt Lake County residents directory gives you a way to search for people and public records across the most populated county in Utah. With more than 1.2 million residents, Salt Lake County holds a large share of the state's public records. You can look up property data, court case info, and other details through county and state databases. The directory pulls from several Salt Lake County offices that keep records on file. This page walks you through what is out there and how to get it.
Salt Lake County Quick Facts
Salt Lake County Sheriff Records
The Salt Lake County Sheriff runs the jail and keeps booking records for people held at the Salt Lake Metro Jail. You can search for current inmates on the sheriff's website. The jail sits at 3415 S 900 West in Salt Lake City. Call (385) 468-8400 for jail info.
The Salt Lake County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement arm for parts of the county. It serves areas like Kearns, Magna, Copperton, and Emigration Canyon through the Unified Police Department. You can find arrest records, incident reports, and booking data through this office. The sheriff's main office is at 3365 S 900 West in Salt Lake City, and staff can be reached at (385) 468-9898. Under Utah Code § 63G-2, most of these records are public. The first 15 minutes of staff research time is free. After that, it costs $20 per hour.
The Salt Lake County residents directory screenshot below shows the county's main web portal where you can start your search for public records.
From this page you can reach the sheriff, recorder, assessor, and other key county departments.
Salt Lake County Inmate Search
The Salt Lake County jail lets you search for inmates by name, booking number, permanent number, or state ID. Results show the person's full name, booking date, arresting agency, charges with bail amounts, and court dates. This is one of the most used parts of the Salt Lake County residents directory for people trying to find someone who may be in custody.
If you need copies of records from the jail or the sheriff, call (385) 468-8870. Initial reports cost $10. Each page after that runs $0.25. Photos cost $12.25 per case. Video costs $33 plus $46 per hour for redaction work. These fees are set by county policy and can change, so check with the office before you send payment.
Below is a look at the Salt Lake Metro Jail corrections page where inmate searches take place.
The tool is free to use and updates regularly as new bookings come in.
Salt Lake County Property Directory
The Salt Lake County Recorder keeps land and property records. The office is at 2001 S State St, Suite N1-600 in Salt Lake City. You can reach them at (385) 468-8145. Their online system lets you search by address, owner name, parcel number, document number, or book and page. The electronic index goes back to 1990.
Copies from the recorder cost $2 per page. A certified copy is $5 per document. The Salt Lake County Parcel Viewer gives you an interactive map. It shows owner names, property details, assessed values, and improvements. This is a strong tool within the Salt Lake County residents directory for anyone trying to find who owns a piece of land or what a property is worth. The assessor and recorder data work together to give a full picture of real estate in the county.
Here is the sheriff's office page, another key access point for Salt Lake County records.
The sheriff handles both law enforcement records and civil process in Salt Lake County.
Court Records in Salt Lake County
The Third District Court handles cases in Salt Lake County. This includes civil, criminal, family, and probate matters. The Utah Courts website lets you look up case info by party name or case number. Basic case data is free to view. For copies of actual court documents, you need to contact the court clerk or visit the courthouse in person.
The Salt Lake County District Attorney handles criminal cases for the county. Their office is at 2001 S State St, Suite S2400 in Salt Lake City. Phone is (385) 468-7400. If you need info on a criminal case or want to check the status of charges, this office can point you in the right direction. Court records in Salt Lake County are governed by Utah Code § 63G-2, GRAMA, which sets the rules for what is public and what may be restricted. Most case info is open to the public unless a judge seals it.
Salt Lake County Vital Records
The Salt Lake County Clerk keeps marriage licenses dating back to 1852. The office also handles military discharge records and business name filings. Call (385) 468-7300 for more details. Marriage records are often part of the Salt Lake County residents directory when people search for family connections or verify personal history.
For birth and death certificates, you go through the Utah Office of Vital Records at the state level. They handle those statewide. The Salt Lake County Archives holds historical records including old court files and property tax records going back to 1853. Call (385) 468-8200 for the archives. These older records can be useful for genealogy work or for finding information about people who lived in Salt Lake County decades ago.
The state also runs several databases that cover Salt Lake County residents. The Bureau of Criminal Identification keeps criminal history records. The Department of Corrections has an offender search tool. And the State Archives GRAMA page explains your rights when requesting records from any government office in Utah.
The BCI database covers criminal history records for all of Utah, including Salt Lake County.
How to Search Salt Lake County Records
Getting records in Salt Lake County is straightforward. Most offices accept requests in person, by mail, or online. Under GRAMA, you have the right to ask for government records. The agency has to respond within 10 business days. If they deny your request, you can appeal.
For property records, start with the recorder's online search or the parcel viewer. For court records, use the Utah Courts site. For jail and arrest records, go to the sheriff's corrections page. Each office in Salt Lake County has its own process, but they all fall under the same state law. The GRAMA statute spells out what you can get and what fees apply. Keep in mind that some records cost money. Budget a few dollars for copies and certified documents when searching the Salt Lake County residents directory.
Cities in Salt Lake County
Salt Lake County has many cities and towns. All of them fall under the Third District Court and the same county offices listed on this page. Click a city below to see records info specific to that area.
Nearby Counties
Salt Lake County sits in the center of Utah's population corridor. If the person or record you need is not in Salt Lake County, try one of these neighboring counties.