Search Box Elder County Warrant Records
Box Elder County warrant records can be checked through the Sheriff's Office in Brigham City or online through the state warrant search tool. The county sits in the northwest corner of Utah and is served by the First District Court. Box Elder County has a dedicated warrants division within the Sheriff's Office that handles all active warrants. Whether you want to search online or talk to someone in person, there are several ways to look up warrant records in Box Elder County. This page breaks down each option and what to expect.
Box Elder County Quick Facts
Box Elder County Sheriff Warrants
The Box Elder County Sheriff's Office runs a warrants division that processes and serves all warrants in the county. The office is at 52 South 1000 West in Brigham City, UT 84302. You can call dispatch at (435) 734-3800 for warrant checks. The records line is the same number. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
The warrants division does a lot of the day-to-day work on warrant records in Box Elder County. Deputies assigned to this team track down people with active warrants. They also take calls from people who want to check if they have a warrant. When you call or visit, give them a full name and date of birth. They will run it through the local system and the statewide database. Under Utah Code § 77-7-5, warrants can be served any time of day or night. There is no set window. Deputies can show up at a home, a workplace, or pull someone over during a traffic stop to serve the warrant.
The Box Elder County Jail is at the same address as the Sheriff's Office. People who are picked up on warrants in Box Elder County get booked there. The jail phone is (435) 734-3827.
The BCI homepage offers access to the statewide warrant search that covers Box Elder County and all other Utah jurisdictions.
BCI keeps this database current with data from every sheriff office and court in Utah, including Box Elder County.
Searching Box Elder County Warrant Records
You have four ways to search for warrant records in Box Elder County. Each one works a bit different. Pick the method that fits your needs best.
The quickest option is the Utah Statewide Warrants Search. This free online tool lets you search by name. It runs around the clock. Results show the person's age, the charge, the case number, and the court that issued the warrant. It covers all 29 Utah counties, so Box Elder County warrants show up here. You can search from any computer or phone with internet access.
For an in-person check, go to the Sheriff's Office at 52 South 1000 West in Brigham City. Bring a government-issued photo ID. Ask the staff at the front desk or records window for a warrant check. Give them the full name and date of birth. They will search the database while you wait. This option works best if you want to talk to someone face to face about a Box Elder County warrant.
- Online: Utah Statewide Warrants portal, free, 24/7 access
- In person: Sheriff's Office in Brigham City, weekdays 8-5
- Phone: call (435) 734-3800 for warrant check
- Court terminal: First District Court at 43 N Main St, Brigham City
The First District Court also has public access terminals at the courthouse. You can walk in during business hours and search court records on your own. This is useful if you need more detail than the statewide search gives, like case filings or hearing dates tied to a warrant in Box Elder County.
First District Court Box Elder Warrants
The First District Court in Brigham City is where judges issue arrest warrants and search warrants for Box Elder County. The court is at 43 North Main Street, Brigham City, UT 84302. Phone is (435) 734-4600. A judge at this court must find probable cause before signing any warrant, as required by Utah Code § 77-7-2. The court handles felony cases and Class A misdemeanors. All warrant records from the First District Court are part of the case file and can be viewed by the public in most situations.
The Utah Courts XChange system lets you search District Court records from Box Elder County online. It is a fee-based service with case data going back over a decade. You can search by name or case number. This is helpful when you need to see the full case history tied to a warrant rather than just knowing if it is active.
Note: Public access terminals at the Box Elder County courthouse let you search court records at no cost during business hours.
Box Elder Justice Court Records
The Box Elder County Justice Court handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic cases, and local ordinance violations. This court issues bench warrants. When someone skips a court date, the judge can issue a bench warrant under Utah Code § 77-7-19 after 14 days. These warrants go into the statewide system right away.
Bench warrants are the most common type in Box Elder County. Many of them come from missed traffic court dates or unpaid fines. If you have a bench warrant from the Justice Court, contact the clerk to set a new date. The court may let you resolve it without going to jail. They can work out a payment plan for fines you owe.
Box Elder County Attorney and Warrants
The Box Elder County Attorney's Office reviews warrant requests from law enforcement before they go to a judge. The office is at 81 North Main, Suite 102, Brigham City, UT 84302. Phone is (435) 734-3329. The County Attorney screens each case to make sure there is enough evidence for a warrant. They also handle prosecution of criminal cases in Box Elder County.
The County Attorney's Office has victim advocate services available. If you are a victim of a crime and a warrant has been issued for the suspect in Box Elder County, the victim advocate can keep you updated on the status of the case and the warrant.
Records Requests in Box Elder County
Under the Government Records Access and Management Act, you can submit a formal request for warrant records from Box Elder County. Utah Code § 63G-2-204 requires agencies to respond within 10 business days. You can ask for faster processing with a 5-day turnaround if you explain why it is urgent. Send your GRAMA request to the Sheriff's Office Records Division or the county clerk.
Most warrant records in Box Elder County are public. The law says all government records are open unless a specific statute says otherwise. Some warrants may be sealed by a judge if they relate to an ongoing case or could put someone at risk. But the default is public access. Put your request in writing and include the person's name, the type of record, and any case numbers you know.
Cities in Box Elder County
Box Elder County includes several cities and towns. Warrant records for all of them are handled through the Box Elder County Sheriff and the First District Court.
The Brigham City Police Department also works with the county on warrant matters within city limits.
Nearby Counties
Box Elder County borders several other counties in northern Utah. Each has its own sheriff office for warrant records. Use the statewide search to check warrants across all counties at once.