Davis County Bench Warrants

Davis County bench warrants are issued by the Second District Court and the Davis County Justice Court in Farmington, Utah. Searches are free. If you need to look up an active bench warrant in Davis County, there are several ways to search. Visit the courthouse at 800 West State Street in Farmington to check public court terminals at no cost. The Davis County Sheriff's Office also keeps warrant records. Staff can help with a lookup by phone or in person. Online tools through the state of Utah let you search for bench warrants across all counties, including Davis County. This page covers the main options for finding bench warrant records in Davis County.

Davis County Sheriff Bench Warrants Records

The Davis County Sheriff's Office is the main law enforcement agency for Davis County. It sits at 800 West State Street in Farmington. The Records Division handles Davis County warrant lookups and can tell you if a bench warrant is active. Call (801) 451-4141 for records or (801) 451-4100 for the main office. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Bring a valid photo ID if you plan to visit in person. This Davis County office also takes GRAMA requests for copies of warrant documents. A bench warrant here is typically issued when a person fails to show up in court for a hearing or does not follow a court order.

Davis County's sheriff serves as the chief law enforcement officer for the whole county. Deputies carry out bench warrants once a judge signs them. Each warrant stays on file until it is served or the court recalls it. You do not need to be the subject of the warrant to ask about it. Bench warrants are public records in Utah under the Government Records Access and Management Act.

Visit the Davis County Sheriff's Office website for the online portal where Davis County warrant information can be accessed.

This portal allows you to look up Davis County warrant data and other public records tied to local law enforcement. Results are fast.

Bench Warrants in Davis County Courts

Two courts issue bench warrants in Davis County. The Second District Court handles felony cases, class A misdemeanors, and civil matters. Davis County Justice Court takes on class B and C misdemeanors, traffic cases, and small claims. Both courts sit at 800 West State Street in Farmington. A bench warrant from either Davis County court means the judge wants that person brought before the court.

The Second District Court is a general jurisdiction court. It deals with criminal, domestic, and civil cases in Davis County. When someone misses a court date or breaks a condition of release, the judge may sign a bench warrant. Call the court clerk at (801) 447-3800. Public terminals inside the Davis County courthouse let you search case files at no charge. These terminals show case status, charges, and whether a bench warrant is active. The Utah Courts XChange system also gives access to Davis County court records online for a monthly fee of $30.

Reach the Davis County Justice Court at (801) 451-4330. Staff can tell you if a bench warrant was issued in their cases. Walk-ins are welcome.

Free terminals are available. Public terminals at the Davis County courthouse provide access to the case management system during regular court hours at no cost.

How to Search Davis County Bench Warrants

There are a few ways to look up bench warrants in Davis County. Each method gives you different levels of detail. Pick the one that works best.

The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification runs a statewide warrant search tool. It covers all counties in the state, including Davis County. Use it from any device. Enter a name and check for active Davis County bench warrants at no cost. The data comes from courts that send records to the Utah Criminal Justice Information System. Timing matters. A warrant may take a short time to show up in the system after a Davis County court issues it.

For an in-person search in Davis County, you have these choices:

• Visit the Sheriff's Office Records Division at 800 West State Street in Farmington
• Use public terminals at the Second District Court
• Call the Justice Court at (801) 451-4330
• Call the Sheriff's Office at (801) 451-4100

You will need a full legal name to search. A date of birth helps narrow results. A case number speeds up the process if you have one. Government-issued photo ID is needed for in-person visits to the Davis County courthouse or the Sheriff's Office.

Davis County Bench Warrants Record Details

A Davis County bench warrant record holds key facts about the case. It lists the full name and date of birth of the person named. Each record shows the warrant number, the type, and the date it was issued. The signing judge appears on the record. Charge details are included along with the case number and any bail or bond amount set by the Davis County court.

Bench warrants differ from arrest warrants. An arrest warrant comes from a new criminal complaint. A bench warrant comes from the bench, meaning the judge's seat. It is issued when someone does not do what the Davis County court told them to do. Common reasons include missing a hearing date, not paying a fine, or failing to complete a court-ordered program. Under Utah Code Title 77 Chapter 7, law enforcement can act on a Davis County bench warrant at any time once it is signed and entered into the system.

Note: Bench warrants in Davis County remain active until the court recalls them or law enforcement serves them.

Requesting Bench Warrant Records in Davis County

You can request copies of Davis County bench warrant records through the GRAMA process. GRAMA stands for the Government Records Access and Management Act. This law controls public records in Utah. The Davis County Clerk/Auditor's Office handles GRAMA requests. You can also submit a request right to the Davis County Sheriff's Office Records Division.

To file a GRAMA request in Davis County, fill out the form with your name, address, phone number, and a clear description of the records you want. State if you want to inspect the records or get copies. The county has 10 business days to respond. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost $2.00 per document. Staff time runs $20.00 per hour after the first 15 minutes, which are free. Pay with cash, check, money order, or credit card. The state GRAMA forms page has blank request forms you can use for Davis County.

Fee waivers may apply. Ask for a waiver when the release benefits the public, when you are the subject of the Davis County record, or when your legal rights are at stake and you have limited means.

Resolving a Bench Warrant in Davis County

If you have a bench warrant in Davis County, act fast. Do not wait. Turn yourself in at the Davis County Sheriff's Office. Bring a valid photo ID to the booking window. Staff will process you and set a new court date. In some cases, the Davis County judge may let you post bail right away.

Hiring a lawyer is another option. An attorney can file a motion to recall the Davis County bench warrant with the court. The Utah Courts website has self-help resources if you want to handle it on your own. The Utah Law Library offers forms and guides for people without lawyers. Taking care of a bench warrant before law enforcement finds you gives you more control. Davis County courts handle many bench warrant cases each year. Early action often leads to a better result.

Cities in Davis County

Davis County has several cities where residents may have bench warrants filed through local or Davis County courts. Every bench warrant case in Davis County is handled at courts in Farmington.

These cities fall under the Davis County court system for bench warrant matters.

Nearby Counties

Davis County borders several other Utah counties. Check the right county first. A Davis County bench warrant is tied to the court that issued it.

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