PROVO PUBLIC RECORDS

What are Provo Public Records?

According to the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act, public records include documents, maps, photographs, tape recordings, electronic data, and other documentary materials prepared or maintained by governmental entities. However, the following are exemptions to public records in Utah:

• Personnel and employment records of a current or former employee or officer of a governmental entity
• Records of the Department of Commerce that evidence incorporations, mergers, name changes, and uniform commercial code filings
• Documentation of the compensation that a governmental entity pays to a contractor or private provider
• Summary data
• Voter registration records
• Annual audited financial statements of the Utah Educational Savings Plan
• Administrative staff manuals, instructions to staff, and statements of policy
• Records documenting a contractor's or private provider's compliance with the terms of a contract with a governmental entity
• Records documenting the services provided by a contractor or a private provider to the extent the records would be public if prepared by the governmental entity
• Contracts entered into by a governmental entity

Public city records may also be accessible from third-party websites. Record seekers may opt to use these non-governmental platforms to search for a specific document or multiple city records. However, users will need to provide enough information to assist with the search, such as:

• The address of the requestor
• A case number or file number (if known)
• The location of the document or person involved
• The name of the subject involved in the record (not juvenile)
• The last known or current address of the registrant

Third-party sites are not sponsored by government agencies. Because of this, record availability and results may vary.

Provo Crime Statistics

The Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Report (UCR) provides an overview of crime rates in Provo in 2018 and 2017. According to data published in 2018, the city recorded a total of 207 violent crimes compared to 148 crimes in 2017. There were 2 cases of murder and non-negligent manslaughter in 2018 and 1 case in 2017. Furthermore, there were 70 reported rape crime cases in 2018 and 52 cases in 2017. Robbery cases in 2018 were 22, compared to 29 cases in 2017. Aggravated assault cases were 113 in 2018 and 66 in 2017. Property crime cases reported in 2018 were 2,090, compared to 2,036 cases in 2017. Burglary cases reported in 2018 were 209, while there were 155 cases in 2017. The number of larceny-theft cases in 2018 was 1747 and 1764 cases in 2017. Motor vehicle theft cases totaled 134 in 2018, compared to 117 cases in 2017. There were three reports of arson in 2018 and 5 reported cases in 2017.

Are Provo Criminal Records Public?

Requestors may obtain a copy of their own criminal history record at the Utah Department of Public Safety. To order by mail, interested parties must complete a Record Application and submit it to

Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification
3888 West 5400 South
Taylorsville, UT 84129

Requestors may also order in person by visiting:

Bureau of Criminal Identification
3888 West 5400 South
Salt Lake City, Utah 84129
Phone: (801) 965-4445
Fax: (801) 965-4749

Each record costs $15. Criminal history records and clearance letters may also be obtained by submitting a record request at the Provo Police Department. A criminal history record costs $10, while clearance letters cost $8 each.

How to Obtain Police Reports and Arrests Records

Police reports are available at the Provo Police Department. Reports may be obtained online by completing a Police Record Request. Requestors will be required to provide.

• Date(s) of Incident(s)
• Description of record(s) and reason for request
• Case number (if known)

Each report costs $15. Persons may also request a dispatch tape at $20 and dash-cam or body-cam videos at $25 per recording.

For more information contact

City Center Building (East Entrance)
48 S 300 W
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: +1 (801) 852-6210

How to Find Provo Inmate Records

Inmate information is available 24 hours after an inmate has been booked at the Utah County Jail. Requestors may search for inmates online by name or arrest date. The online search provides information about past and present inmates in the last two years.

County Security Center
3075 North Main
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Phone: +1 (801) 851-4302
Fax: (801) 851-4219

How Do I Visit an Inmate in Provo Police Department Jail

Interested persons may schedule visits to the Utah County Jail through a third-party video visitation system. Visits will require a valid photo ID. An inmate’s spouse must show a marriage license. Inmates may have two free 25-minute visits per week at the jail. Attorneys are allowed every day from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. Visitation may be refused if visitors are not dressed moderately or exhibit inappropriate behavior. Visit the jail at:

County Security Center
3075 North Main
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Phone: +1 (801) 851-4302
Fax: (801) 851-4219

The Utah County Jail also permits video visitations through computers or mobile devices. Visitation is everyday from 9:00 am - 10:30 am, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm and 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm. To set up a video visit, sign up using Securus. Each video visitation costs $12 or a 25-minute session.

Locations of Courts in Provo

Provo City Justice Court
75 E 1700 S #100,
Provo, UT 84606,
United States

Utah County Justice Court
151 S University Ave #3300,
Provo, UT 84601,
United States

4th District Juvenile Court House- Provo
137 Freedom Blvd 200 W,
Provo, UT 84604,
United States

Are Provo Court Records Public?

According to the Utah Judicial Council Code of Judicial Administration, court records are public and available for inspection. However, certain records have been exempted from public viewings, such as

• Attorney’s work product
• Records that are subject to the attorney-client privilege
• Budget analyses, revenue estimates, and fiscal notes of proposed legislation
• Budget recommendations, legislative proposals, and policy statements
• Court security plans
• Investigation and analysis of loss covered by the risk management fund
• Memorandum prepared by staff
• Confidential business records
• Records created or maintained for civil, criminal, or administrative enforcement purposes, audit or discipline purposes, or licensing certification, or registration purposes.
• Records identifying property under consideration for sale or acquisition by the court or its appraised or estimated value
• Records that would reveal the contents of settlement negotiations other than the final settlement agreement
• Record where disclosure would interfere with the supervision of an offender’s incarceration, probation, or parole
• Records where disclosure would jeopardize life, safety, or property
• Strategy about collective bargaining or pending litigation
• Test questions and answers
• Trade secrets
• Records of a Children's Justice Center investigative interview before the conclusion of any legal proceedings
• Pre-sentence investigation report
• Records maintained and prepared by juvenile probation

What Are Provo Vital Records?

Provo vital records are birth, death, marriage, or divorce records available at the Utah County Health Department through the State of Utah Vital Records office. Only eligible individuals are permitted to receive a copy of a vital certificate. For more information contact

Utah County Health Department
151 S. University Avenue
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: +1 (801) 851-7000

Where and How to Obtain Provo Divorce Records

Provo divorce records are available at the State of Utah Vital Records Office. Access is restricted to authorized individuals, such as the person listed on the record, an immediate family member, or a legal representative. Divorce records are available online. Each requestor must open a user account and provide their:

• Personal information
• Address
• State ID number
• Last four digits of the SSN
• Contact information

Residents can obtain a certificate in person by contacting the:

Utah County Health Department
151 S. University Avenue
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: +1 (801) 851-7000

Each request costs an $18 search fee, which covers one copy. Each additional copy costs $10. Note that all fees are nonrefundable.

Where and How to Get Confidential Marriage Records in Provo

Certified copies of marriage licenses are available at the Utah County Clerk/Auditor's Office. Requestors may order a digitally certified copy or a paper certified copy. To obtain a certified marriage license in person, record seekers may need to provide a license record number. Each copy costs $10. Visit

Utah County Marriage License Office
111 S University Ave
Provo, UT

Where and How to Get Public Marriage Records in Provo

The State of Utah Vital Records Office issues copies of Provo marriage records to requestors. Only authorized individuals may request documents, such as the person listed on the form, an immediate family member, or a legal representative. Marriage records are available online. Requestors will be required to open a user account and provide their

• Personal information
• Address
• State ID number
• Last four digits of the SSN
• Contact information

To request a certificate in person, contact

Utah County Health Department
151 S. University Avenue
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: +1 (801) 851-7000

The first copy costs $18, while additional copies cost $10 each. Once ordered, fees are nonrefundable.

Where and How to Get Birth Records in Provo

Provo birth records are available at the State of Utah Vital Records Office. Persons authorized to request these records include the person listed on the form, an immediate family member, and a legal representative. Birth records are available online. The first copy of a Provo birth record costs $22. Each additional copy costs $10. Requestors will be required to open a user account and provide their

• Personal information
• Address
• State ID number
• Last four digits of the SSN
• Contact information

To request a certificate in person, contact

Utah County Health Department
151 S. University Avenue
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: +1 (801) 851-7000

Where and How to Get Death Records in Provo

Provo death records are available at the State of Utah Vital Records Office. The office only entertains requests from the decedent's immediate family members and legal representatives. The first copy costs $30, while additional copies cost $10 each. Death records are also available online by opening an account and providing:

• Personal information
• Address
• State ID number
• Last four digits of the SSN
• Contact information

To request for the certificate in person, contact

Utah County Health Department
151 S. University Avenue
Provo, UT 84601
Phone: +1 (801) 851-7000