Sevier County Bench Warrants

Sevier County bench warrants are issued by judges in the Sixth District Court and the Sevier County Justice Court. These warrants come from missed court dates or a failure to follow court orders. Sevier County sits in central Utah and has more than 21,000 residents spread across over 1,900 square miles. The county seat is Richfield. You can search for bench warrants in Sevier County through the Sheriff's Office, the court system, or the state warrant database. Each of these gives you a way to check if a bench warrant is on file in Sevier County.

Sevier County Sheriff and Bench Warrants

The Sevier County Sheriff's Office plays a key role in bench warrant cases. A team of 26 deputies provides law enforcement around the clock. Each bench warrant issued by a Sevier County court goes straight to the sheriff. Deputies then work to find the person named on the warrant.

The office is at 835 East 300 North in Richfield. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call (435) 896-2600 to ask about a bench warrant. Staff can tell you if a warrant is on file. They also explain the steps to resolve it. Walk-in visits are welcome.

The screenshot below shows the main page of the Sevier County Sheriff's Office website at scsoutah.com.

This site lists contact details and services for the Sheriff's Office. It is a good place to start when you need to check on bench warrants in Sevier County.

Note: The Sevier County Sheriff's Office also runs a 146-bed jail that houses inmates for three counties and the Utah Department of Corrections.

Bench Warrants in Sevier County Courts

Two courts issue bench warrants in Sevier County. The Sixth District Court handles felony and serious cases. Smaller matters like traffic offenses and misdemeanors go through the Sevier County Justice Court. Both courts can issue a bench warrant when a person does not show up for a hearing or fails to pay a fine on time.

The Sixth District Court is at 845 East 300 North in Richfield. Call (435) 896-2700 to reach them. Records for all major Sevier County cases are kept here. The Justice Court is at 250 North Main Street, also in Richfield. Its phone number is (435) 896-9262. Both courts are open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays. Visit or call to check on a bench warrant status.

A bench warrant in Sevier County stays active until it is cleared. The person named on the warrant can be stopped and taken to jail at any time. Courts do not cancel bench warrants on their own. You have to go before a judge to get one resolved. That is true in Sevier County and across Utah.

How to Search Sevier County Bench Warrants

There are a few ways to look up bench warrants in Sevier County. You can search online, call the court, or go in person. Each method has its own steps. The best one depends on what you need and how fast you want an answer.

The Utah BCI Warrant Portal lets you search for warrants in every county, including Sevier County. You just need a first name, last name, and date of birth. The tool is free and runs around the clock. It pulls data from courts across Utah so it may show bench warrants from the Sixth District Court or the Justice Court in Sevier County. The results list the person's name, case number, reason for the warrant, and the court that issued it.

You can also use the Utah Courts XChange system to search for case records in Sevier County. This tool lets you look up cases by name or case number. It shows case details and may include warrant status. You need to make an account for full access. Public terminals at the courthouse in Richfield let you search for free.

• Online at the BCI warrant portal
• Through the Utah Courts XChange system
• Call the Sheriff's Office at (435) 896-2600
• Call the Justice Court at (435) 896-9262
• Visit the courthouse in Richfield in person

Sevier County Jail and Warrant Arrests

When someone is picked up on a bench warrant in Sevier County, they go to the Sevier County Jail. The jail is at 835 East 300 North in Richfield. It has 146 beds and holds people from Sevier County and other areas. The jail phone number is (435) 896-2660.

The image below is from the Sevier County Sheriff's jail page, which lists inmate services and contact information.

This page has details on mail, visits, and bond. If a person you know was picked up on a bench warrant in Sevier County, this is where you can find what to do next.

After a bench warrant arrest in Sevier County, the person must go before a judge. The judge decides bail and sets a new court date. Some people are held until their hearing. Others post bond and wait for court at home. The process depends on the case and the type of bench warrant.

Note: Inmate mail at the Sevier County Jail is picked up and delivered Tuesday through Friday only.

Records Requests for Sevier County Warrants

Utah law gives the public a right to request government records. This is called GRAMA, short for the Government Records Access and Management Act. You can file a GRAMA request with the Sevier County Sheriff's Office or the courts to get records tied to bench warrants. Under Utah Code 63G-2, most warrant records are open to the public.

A GRAMA request needs your full name, address, phone, and a clear description of what you want. Sevier County has 10 business days to respond. The first 15 minutes of staff time are free. After that, fees may apply. Copies cost about $0.25 per page. Certified copies cost more. You can send your request by mail or drop it off at the Sheriff's Office or the County Clerk at 250 North Main Street in Richfield.

The Utah Department of Corrections offender search is another tool. It shows people from Sevier County who are in state custody. You can search by name at no cost.

Clearing a Bench Warrant in Sevier County

If you have a bench warrant in Sevier County, you need to take care of it. The warrant will not go away on its own. It stays on your record until a judge clears it. There are a few ways to deal with a bench warrant here.

First, you can call the court that issued it. If it came from the Justice Court, call (435) 896-9262. If it came from the Sixth District Court, call (435) 896-2700. The clerk can tell you what to do. They may set a new court date. In some cases, you may need to turn yourself in at the Sevier County Jail. An attorney can also help you work through the process and may be able to get the warrant recalled before you appear.

Going to court on your own is also an option. Bring your ID. Be ready to explain why you missed your first date. Judges in Sevier County may be willing to set new terms if you show up and address the issue. The longer you wait, the harder it gets. A bench warrant can lead to an arrest at a traffic stop or any contact with law enforcement in Sevier County or across Utah.

Note: If you owe fines tied to a bench warrant in Sevier County, the court may let you set up a payment plan once the warrant is cleared.

Nearby Counties

Sevier County is in central Utah. If you are not sure which county your case is in, check the address tied to the offense. Bench warrants must be resolved in the county where they were issued.

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