Find Rich County Bench Warrants

Rich County bench warrants are issued by the First District Court and the Rich County Justice Court in Randolph, Utah. With a population of about 2,500, Rich County is one of the smallest counties in the state. The Rich County Sheriff's Office handles warrant service across the county, including the Garden City and Laketown areas near Bear Lake. You can look up bench warrants using the free Utah Statewide Warrants tool or by calling the Sheriff's Records Department at (435) 222-5977. This page explains how to search for bench warrants in Rich County and what to expect when you do.

Rich County Sheriff and Bench Warrants

Sheriff Dale Stacey leads the Rich County Sheriff's Office at 20 S Main Street in Randolph. Deputies serve the whole county, from Woodruff to Garden City along Bear Lake. Call the Records Department at (435) 222-5977 to ask about active bench warrants or to request records.

When a judge in Rich County issues a bench warrant, it enters the state system right away. Data stays current through the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. Any contact with law enforcement in Utah will bring up the bench warrant. It does not expire. Rich County bench warrants stay active until a judge recalls them or the person appears in court.

Visit the Rich County Sheriff's Office page for phone numbers, hours, and mailing addresses. The office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM but closes for lunch from noon to 1:00 PM.

The screenshot above shows the Rich County Sheriff's Office web page. It lists the dispatch line, the records phone number, and other contact details you need to check on bench warrants in Rich County.

How to Look Up Bench Warrants in Rich County

The free Utah Statewide Warrants search is the easiest way to check for bench warrants in Rich County. Enter a first and last name. The system shows results from all Utah courts. Each result lists the person's age, the charge, the case number, and which court issued the bench warrant. This tool runs on data sent to the Utah Criminal Justice Information System by courts across the state.

You can also search in person at the Rich County Courthouse at 20 S Main in Randolph. The court clerk and the Sheriff's Records Department share the same building. Bring your ID. Ask staff to look up a name. They will tell you if there is an open bench warrant. Phone checks work as well. Call the dispatch line at (435) 793-2285 or the records line at (435) 222-5977.

For more detailed case data, try the Utah Courts XChange system. It has records from district and justice courts. You can search by name or case number. A subscription costs $30 per month. Public terminals at the courthouse may let you search for free during business hours.

Note: Results from the statewide tool reflect what courts have entered, so there may be a short delay between when a bench warrant is issued and when it shows up online.

Rich County Courts and Warrant Types

Two courts issue bench warrants in Rich County. The First District Court handles serious criminal cases, including felonies and class A misdemeanors. The Rich County Justice Court takes care of lesser charges like traffic violations and class B and C misdemeanors. Both operate out of the courthouse at 20 S Main in Randolph.

A bench warrant from the First District Court often involves a missed hearing in a criminal case. A justice court bench warrant might come from a skipped traffic court date or unpaid fines. In either case, the warrant allows law enforcement to arrest the person and bring them before the judge. The bench warrant record shows the charge, the court, and the bail amount if one has been set.

Records Requests for Rich County Bench Warrants

Bench warrants are public records in Rich County. Utah's GRAMA law gives you the right to request copies. You can file a records request with the Rich County Sheriff's Office. Send it to P.O. Box 38, Randolph, UT 84064, or email secretary@richcounty.gov. You can also call the records line at (435) 222-5977 and ask about the process.

Rich County has a records request form on their website. Go to the Rich County Directory page for links and contact info. The county has 10 business days to respond to a GRAMA request. Simple bench warrant checks are often handled faster because the county is small and the staff is approachable.

This image shows the Rich County government directory. It lists every office, including the Auditor, Attorney, Assessor, and Recorder. For bench warrants, start with the Sheriff's Office or the court clerk listed on this page.

Note: Inspecting records in person at the Rich County courthouse is free, and photocopies cost a small fee per page.

Bench Warrants and Utah State Law

Rich County bench warrants follow the same rules as all Utah warrants. Under Utah Code Title 77, Chapter 7, any peace officer who knows about an active warrant can make an arrest. This applies at any time, day or night. A Rich County deputy or a state trooper can act on the bench warrant during a traffic stop or any other encounter.

The public's right to access warrant records is protected by GRAMA, Utah Code 63G-2. Once a bench warrant has been issued, it is a public record. You can request it from the Sheriff's Office, the court, or the Utah Department of Public Safety. The BCI office in Taylorsville also handles statewide warrant questions at (801) 965-4445.

What to Do About a Rich County Bench Warrant

If you find a bench warrant under your name in Rich County, act soon. Contact the court that issued it. You may be able to set a new hearing date and get the warrant recalled. An attorney can help you with this process. You can also turn yourself in at the Rich County Sheriff's Office during business hours.

Ignoring a bench warrant in Rich County will not make it go away. It stays in the system. Any contact with law enforcement in Utah could lead to your arrest. A simple traffic stop on Highway 16 or near Bear Lake could result in being taken into custody. Clearing the bench warrant on your own terms is the better path. Call the court, get legal advice, and handle it before it gets worse.

Nearby Counties

Rich County borders several counties in northern Utah and southern Idaho. If a bench warrant was issued in a different county, use the statewide search or contact that county's court directly.

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