Rich County Traffic Ticket Records
Rich County traffic ticket records are filed through the First District Court in Randolph and the Rich County Justice Court. If you received a citation anywhere in Rich County, your case record is held at the court that has jurisdiction over where the stop occurred. This page covers how to search for traffic ticket records in Rich County, which courts handle these cases, and what steps to follow to get copies of documents. Records are available to the public under Utah law and go back many years.
Rich County Quick Facts
First District Court - Rich County
The First District Court in Randolph serves Rich County for felony traffic offenses, district-level civil matters, family law, and appeals that come up from the justice court. Most routine traffic violations do not start here. Those go first to the Rich County Justice Court. But when a case involves a felony charge, such as automobile homicide or fleeing an officer, or when a justice court ruling is appealed, the District Court takes over and maintains the record.
Rich County is a small, rural county that borders both Wyoming and Idaho. The courthouse in Randolph handles all court matters for the county. There is no separate facility for different types of cases. Because the county has a small population, staff at the First District Court can often give you more direct help than larger urban courts. Call ahead to confirm hours and bring any case numbers or names you have ready when you visit.
| Court |
First District Court 20 South Main Randolph, UT 84064 Phone: (435) 793-2225 |
|---|---|
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Handles | Felony traffic offenses, appeals from justice court, civil and family matters |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Rich County Justice Court
The Rich County Justice Court handles the bulk of traffic ticket cases in the county. This court covers Class B and C misdemeanor violations, civil traffic infractions, and small claims matters. It is a non-record court, meaning the proceedings are not transcribed and kept in the same format as district court cases. If you appeal a justice court decision in Rich County, the case transfers to the First District Court and starts over.
Because Rich County is one of the least populous counties in Utah, all justice court matters for the county go through a single court rather than separate municipal courts. Whether you got your ticket in Randolph or anywhere else in Rich County, this is likely the court that holds your case record. Check the citation you received. It will name the court where you must appear or where you can pay your fine.
If you are unsure which court has your case, contact the Rich County Clerk at the Randolph courthouse. They can point you to the right office and confirm whether your case is at the justice court or the district court level. For tickets issued by the Utah Highway Patrol on state roads in Rich County, the UHP can also tell you where the case was filed.
How to Search Rich County Traffic Records
The fastest way to search Rich County traffic records online is through the XChange system provided by Utah State Courts. XChange covers district court cases across the state and lets you search by party name or case number. For Rich County cases that reached the First District Court, this is the most efficient tool available without a trip to the courthouse.
The MyCase portal at utcourts.gov/mycase gives you a personal case view that shows hearing dates, document filings, and fine status. It works for district court cases and some justice court matters in Rich County. No account is needed for basic lookups. You can check the status of a case, see if a hearing is scheduled, and confirm whether a fine has been paid. This tool saves time if you have a case number already.
In-person searches are available at the First District Court in Randolph. Bring the full name of the person named in the citation or the case number from your ticket. Staff can search records and produce copies. The copy fee is $0.50 per page for standard copies. Certified documents cost between $4 and $5 per document. For justice court records, you need to contact the Rich County Justice Court directly, as those records are kept separately from the district court files.
Traffic Violations in Rich County
Traffic laws in Rich County are governed by the Utah Traffic Code under Title 41, Chapter 6A. Violations fall into two broad types. Infractions are the less serious category and include things like speeding, running a stop sign, and failure to signal. These carry monetary fines but no jail time. Misdemeanors are more serious. Reckless driving, driving on a suspended license, and impaired driving fall into this group.
Rich County roads include state highways with long stretches between towns and limited enforcement resources. The Utah Highway Patrol covers much of the county, and officers from the Rich County Sheriff's Office also issue citations. Speed limits on rural routes in Rich County can be higher than in urban areas, but enforcement still applies. Road conditions in winter can be severe, and citations for violations such as unsafe speed for conditions do happen here.
The Utah Driver License Division tracks points for each conviction. Minor violations add 35 to 75 points. More serious offenses can add up to 200 points. Too many points in a 12-month period may lead to a license suspension. Rich County courts report all convictions to the DLD, which updates your driving record. Out-of-state drivers should also be aware that Utah shares conviction data with other states under the Driver License Compact.
Commercial drivers face stricter standards under federal regulations. A single qualifying violation in Rich County can affect your commercial license regardless of whether it happened in a personal vehicle. If you drive a commercial vehicle, talk to a traffic attorney before you resolve any citation you receive in Rich County.
Deferred Prosecution for Traffic Tickets
Utah operates a deferred prosecution program that allows eligible drivers to avoid a conviction on their record. The program is managed through Utah Courts Deferred Traffic Prosecution. If you qualify, you pay a fee and agree to maintain a clean record for a set period, typically six months to a year. If you meet those conditions, the court dismisses the charge and no conviction appears on your driving record.
Not every offense qualifies for deferral, and courts in Rich County may handle participation in the program differently. Check with the court listed on your citation to find out if your violation is eligible. Deferral is often worth pursuing if you want to protect your insurance rates and keep your point total down. The First District Court in Randolph can tell you whether your case qualifies and what the fee will be.
The MyCase portal on the Utah State Courts website lets drivers search their case status, view upcoming hearings, and check payment status for traffic citations in Rich County and across Utah.
Using MyCase saves a trip to the courthouse for anyone checking on a Rich County traffic case from home or out of state.
Getting Copies of Rich County Traffic Records
Traffic ticket records in Rich County are public under GRAMA, the Government Records Access and Management Act. You do not have to be the person named in the record to request access. The records are available at the courthouse or through the county clerk's office during regular business hours.
To get copies, visit the First District Court at 20 South Main in Randolph. Staff can pull case files and make copies at $0.50 per page. Certified copies cost between $4 and $5 per document. If you need to submit a request by mail, contact the Rich County Clerk at the same address and include the case number or the full name on the ticket along with the approximate date. Processing times vary depending on how old the record is and how busy the office is at the time.
Online payments for fines can be made through Utah Courts ePayments. This system covers district court cases and some justice court matters in Rich County. Have your citation number ready when you use the system. If your case is eligible for online resolution, you may be able to handle the entire matter without appearing in court. Check the payment portal first before scheduling a trip to Randolph.
Note: For justice court records in Rich County, contact the Rich County Justice Court directly. GRAMA requests for those records go to that court, not to the district court clerk or the county clerk's general office.
Cities in Rich County
Rich County includes the small communities of Randolph, Laketown, Garden City, and Woodruff. None of these communities currently meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All traffic ticket records for Rich County residents are handled through the First District Court and the Rich County Justice Court in Randolph.
Nearby Counties
Rich County shares borders with several Utah counties as well as Wyoming and Idaho. If you are unsure which county issued your citation, check the heading on the ticket. The issuing court is always named on the citation.