Find Traffic Ticket Records in Juab County
Juab County traffic ticket records are processed through the Fourth District Court in Nephi and the Juab County Justice Court. If you got a citation on I-15, US-6, or anywhere else in Juab County and need to find your case, check a fine, or request a copy of a court record, this page walks you through the courts that handle traffic matters in Juab County, the tools you can use to search online, and how to get records from the courthouse in Nephi when you need them in person.
Juab County Quick Facts
Fourth District Court - Juab County
The Fourth District Court in Nephi handles the more serious traffic matters that come out of Juab County. Criminal traffic offenses such as DUI, driving on a suspended license, and reckless driving are heard at this level. The clerk's office stores all case files and can provide copies of records on request. The court is located at 102 East 200 North in Nephi, the county seat.
The Fourth District Court is part of the statewide Utah State Courts system. Records from this court appear in the MyCase portal, which is free to search. You can look up cases by name or by case number. The portal shows charges, case status, and scheduled hearing dates. Certified copies of court documents must be obtained through the clerk's office in Nephi.
| Court |
Fourth District Court 102 East 200 North Nephi, UT 84648 Phone: (435) 623-3410 |
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| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Juab County Justice Court
The Juab County Justice Court handles routine traffic citations issued throughout the county. Speeding, failure to stop, improper lane use, and similar infractions are processed at this level. The Justice Court in Nephi also handles violations from Nephi city residents, as there is a separate Nephi City Justice Court that may handle some local citations. Check your ticket to see which court is listed.
The Juab County Justice Court can be reached online at juabcounty.gov/justice-court. The county website has information about how to respond to a citation, fine amounts for common violations, and how to request a hearing if you want to contest a ticket. Read through the court's page before calling, as it answers many common questions about what to do after getting a citation in Juab County.
Juab County sits along the I-15 corridor between Salt Lake City and central Utah. Utah Highway Patrol is active on this stretch of the interstate, especially between Nephi and the Utah County line. The US-6 junction at Santaquin is also in this area, and traffic enforcement continues along that route into Juab County's eastern portions. Many citations in Juab County involve speed on these main highways rather than local road violations.
The Utah courts online payment system accepts payments for many Juab County Justice Court cases. You will need your citation number to pay online. Not all cases are available for remote payment. If you cannot find your case through the online system, call the Justice Court and ask how to pay or respond to your citation.
How to Search Juab County Traffic Records
The MyCase portal is the best starting point for searching Juab County traffic records. It is free, available all day and night, and covers both District Court and Justice Court cases. Enter a name or a case number in the search field and the system returns any matching cases from Juab County courts. Case details, charge descriptions, and status information are all visible without any fee.
When searching for a Juab County traffic record, have these details on hand if possible:
- Full legal name of the person cited
- Citation number or case number from the ticket
- Date the stop occurred
- Court listed on the citation (Juab County, Nephi City, or Fourth District)
For in-person searches, visit the clerk's office at 102 East 200 North in Nephi. You can also check the Juab County Justice Court directly. Bring a photo ID. The clerk can search by name or by case number and print records for you. Copy fees apply to all printed documents. Certified copies cost more and may take a little longer to prepare. Call ahead to ask what to bring and to confirm hours before making the drive to Nephi.
Traffic Violations and Fines in Juab County
Utah's statewide traffic code applies throughout Juab County. The Utah Traffic Code, Title 41 Chapter 6a, sets the rules for speeding, right of way, lane use, equipment, and every other aspect of driving behavior. Officers in Juab County enforce this code, and fines are determined at the state level. Courts have limited discretion to adjust fines in some circumstances.
I-15 through Juab County is one of the more heavily patrolled highways in central Utah. The speed limit drops through the Nephi area, and enforcement is consistent. US-6 heading east toward Price also passes through Juab County and is patrolled by Utah Highway Patrol. Rural county roads see less frequent enforcement, but moving violations there are handled the same way as those on the major highways. A citation is a citation regardless of where in the county it was issued.
A conviction for a moving violation adds points to your record under the Driver License Division system. The DLD tracks points for all Utah drivers and notifies drivers when they are approaching suspension territory. Out-of-state drivers receive the same enforcement. Utah is part of the Driver License Compact, so a Juab County conviction will be reported to your home state's licensing authority in most cases.
Deferred Traffic Prosecution in Juab County
Utah's Deferred Traffic Prosecution program is an option for some Juab County citations. The program lets qualifying drivers complete a driver improvement course and meet other court conditions in exchange for having the charge dismissed without a conviction. If you finish the program successfully, the citation does not appear as a conviction on your driving record. The program is not available for DUI, reckless driving, or other serious traffic offenses.
Apply online at the Deferred Traffic Prosecution page on the Utah courts website. First check whether your Juab County citation qualifies. Then complete the application, pay the required fee, and follow through with the course within the deadline. The court dismisses the charge when you complete all conditions. If you fail to finish on time, the charge is reinstated and you may lose the deferral option entirely.
Deferral costs more upfront than simply paying a fine. But a conviction for a moving violation can affect your insurance rates for three or more years. The total cost of a conviction often exceeds the deferral fee when you add up the insurance increase over time. For routine speeding tickets in Juab County, deferral is worth considering. Talk to the clerk or to an attorney if you are not sure what choice makes sense for your specific case.
The Juab County Justice Court website provides information on how to respond to traffic citations issued in Juab County, including payment options and hearing requests.
The Justice Court page at juabcounty.gov covers procedures for paying fines, contesting citations, and understanding what happens after you receive a traffic ticket in Juab County.
Requesting Juab County Traffic Records Under GRAMA
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act gives the public the right to request court records. Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 governs the process. Traffic ticket records held by Juab County courts are generally public. You do not need to be a party to the case. The courts must respond to requests within a set number of business days and cannot charge fees above what the law allows.
To request records from Juab County courts, submit a written GRAMA request to the clerk at the Fourth District Court or the Juab County Justice Court, depending on which court handled the case. Describe the records clearly. Include a case number if you have it. The clerk will locate the records and tell you the copy cost. Basic traffic records are typically available without any access restrictions. Sensitive personal data like Social Security numbers is redacted from public copies.
Juvenile records are sealed and not accessible under public records rules. If any portion of your GRAMA request is denied, you can appeal the decision. Start with the court's records officer. The appeal process is outlined in the GRAMA statute. For your driving history rather than court records, go to the Driver License Division. The DLD keeps its own record of convictions and license status, and that information is separate from what the Juab County courts hold.
Cities in Juab County
Juab County includes Nephi and several smaller communities. Nephi is the county seat and serves as the location for both the Fourth District Court and the Juab County Justice Court. No cities in Juab County meet the population threshold for a dedicated city records page on this site. Traffic citations from all parts of the county are handled through the courts in Nephi.
Nearby Counties
Juab County shares borders with several Utah counties. If your citation was issued near a county line, verify which court to contact by checking the county listed on your ticket.