Search Utah DUI Records
Utah DUI records are public documents held by the Driver License Division, the Bureau of Criminal Identification, and the state court system. You can search DUI arrest records, case filings, and conviction data across all 29 counties. The Utah Driver License Division receives DUI reports from law enforcement within five workdays of every arrest. Courts generate their own case records from arraignment through sentencing. This guide shows you where Utah DUI records are kept, how to find them, and what each agency provides.
Utah DUI Records Quick Facts
Where Utah DUI Records Are Kept
Several state agencies maintain Utah DUI records, and each one holds a different piece of the picture. Understanding who keeps what helps you go to the right place from the start. No single office has every record, so many searches require contacting more than one agency.
The Utah Driver License Division (DLD) is the primary state agency for DUI tracking. Law enforcement agencies across all 29 counties must report every DUI arrest to the DLD within five workdays. The DLD uses these reports to build a statewide record of DUI arrests tied to each driver's license number. You can reach the DLD online at dld.utah.gov/dui/. The DLD also tracks ignition interlock device (IID) requirements and license actions tied to DUI cases in Utah.
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification maintains criminal history records including DUI convictions. BCI is located at 3888 West 5400 South, Taylorsville, UT 84129. You can reach them by phone at (801) 965-4445 or online at bci.utah.gov. BCI records reflect the outcome of criminal cases, not just arrests. A DUI arrest that does not result in conviction may appear differently in BCI records than in DLD records.
The following agencies all hold some form of Utah DUI records:
- Utah Driver License Division: DUI reports and license actions
- Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification: criminal history and conviction data
- Utah Courts XChange: court filings and case outcomes
- Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice: annual DUI statistics
- Utah Highway Safety Office: statewide traffic safety data
The Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice (CCJJ) publishes an annual DUI report required by Utah Code § 41-6a-511. This report covers statewide arrest totals, conviction rates, and trends over time. It is one of the best sources for understanding patterns in Utah DUI cases at a statewide level. You can access current and past reports at ccjj.utah.gov.
The source page for the DLD's DUI program shows how Utah tracks drunk driving records at the state level.
The DLD updates driver records as new DUI reports arrive from law enforcement agencies statewide.
Note: Each agency uses its own system, so the same DUI case may show different status depending on which office you check.
How to Search Utah DUI Records
The fastest way to search Utah DUI records online is through Utah Courts XChange. XChange is a subscription-based portal at utcourts.gov/xchange. It gives access to court case records across the state, including DUI filings and outcomes. A subscription costs $30 per month or $240 per year. Non-subscribers pay $0.15 to $0.35 per search and $0.50 to $1.00 per document download.
If you are a party to your own DUI case, you can use the MyCase portal for free. MyCase is available at mycase.utcourts.gov. Defendants, attorneys of record, and others connected to a case can log in and view their own filings at no cost. This is the best starting point if you need records from your own DUI case in Utah.
The Utah Courts XChange portal provides statewide DUI case search across all 29 counties.
XChange is updated as new filings and case outcomes are entered into the court system across Utah.
For criminal history records rather than court filings, submit a request to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. BCI processes requests for criminal history background checks, which include DUI convictions. You can submit in person at their Taylorsville office or by mail. Processing times vary. If you need a certified criminal history report reflecting DUI records, BCI is the right place to go in Utah.
Note: XChange is a court filing system, not a conviction database. It shows what was filed and decided, but BCI holds the official criminal history record.
Utah DUI Laws and BAC Limits
Utah has the strictest blood alcohol content limit in the country. Under Utah Code § 41-6a-502, a person is guilty of DUI if they have a BAC of .05 grams per 100 milliliters of blood. Utah was the first state to lower the legal limit below .08. Every other state still uses .08 as the standard. This means Utah drivers face a DUI charge at a lower BAC than anywhere else in the US.
Utah also has a metabolite DUI law under Utah Code § 41-6a-517. This statute makes it illegal to drive with any measurable controlled substance in your body, even without visible impairment. A driver can be charged with a DUI-related offense in Utah without reaching the .05 BAC limit if a controlled substance metabolite is detected. This is one of the strictest drug-related driving laws in the country and generates its own category of DUI case records.
Implied consent is required under Utah Code § 41-6a-520. When a law enforcement officer arrests a driver for DUI in Utah, the driver must submit to a chemical test. Refusal to take the test triggers an automatic license revocation. First refusal brings an 18-month revocation. A second or subsequent refusal results in a 36-month revocation. Refusal data is reported to the DLD and becomes part of the driver's record in Utah. More information on implied consent rules is available at ncdd.com/utah-dui-laws.
Utah DUI sentences are set by statute under Utah Code § 41-6a-505. A first DUI conviction carries a minimum fine of $700, a mandatory jail sentence, required alcohol screening, and an 18-month IID requirement. These penalties apply across all 29 counties. The law does not allow courts to waive the minimum penalties for a first offense.
Utah DUI Record Types
Not all DUI records are the same. Utah generates several distinct types of documents when a DUI occurs. Knowing which type you need helps you go to the right place.
The DUI arrest record is created when law enforcement makes an arrest. The arresting agency sends a DUI report to the Utah Driver License Division within five workdays. This report triggers a driver license action separate from any criminal case. An arrest record shows that a stop and arrest occurred but does not reflect the outcome of the court case.
Court case records are filed with the appropriate district court in the county where the DUI took place. These records cover every stage of the case from arraignment through sentencing. They include the citation, the complaint, any motions filed by the defense or prosecution, plea agreements, and the final judgment. You can access these filings through Utah Courts XChange or by visiting the district court clerk in the relevant county.
A conviction record reflects the final outcome of a DUI case. Once a court enters a conviction, it is reported to the Bureau of Criminal Identification. BCI incorporates it into the person's criminal history. A DUI conviction in Utah stays on the criminal record indefinitely unless expunged. The BCI criminal history is a separate document from the court case record.
License action records are maintained by the Driver License Division. A DUI arrest, a refusal under implied consent, or a conviction each triggers a license action. These records show suspensions, revocations, and reinstatement dates. They are tied to the driver's license number and kept at the DLD in Utah.
CCJJ annual reports aggregate DUI data across all these record types. They show statewide trends in DUI arrests, charges, convictions, and penalties. These reports are public and available at no cost through ccjj.utah.gov.
The CCJJ annual DUI report tracks statewide drunk driving data collected from courts, law enforcement, and state agencies.
The CCJJ report is required by statute and released each year with data from the prior fiscal year.
IID and License Penalties in Utah
Utah's ignition interlock device requirements are among the strictest in the country. A first DUI conviction triggers an 18-month IID requirement. The driver must install the device on every vehicle they own or operate before they can legally drive again. Skipping the IID violates the terms of reinstatement and can lead to further license action in Utah.
Felony DUI convictions carry a six-year IID restriction. Utah classifies a DUI as a felony when the driver has two or more prior DUI convictions within ten years, or when the DUI causes serious bodily injury. An auto homicide conviction triggers a ten-year IID requirement. These long-term restrictions generate ongoing records at the DLD. You can review IID requirements and restrictions at dld.utah.gov/iid/.
License revocations under implied consent work separately from the criminal case. A first refusal brings 18 months of revocation regardless of the outcome of the court case. A second or subsequent refusal brings 36 months. The revocation starts from the date of arrest and is recorded in the driver's DLD file. A driver can contest the revocation in an administrative hearing, but the burden is on the driver to request that hearing promptly after arrest.
More detail on mandatory sentencing rules and penalties is available at utah-dui.com.
Note: IID records at the DLD are separate from criminal conviction records at BCI. Both may need to be checked to get a complete picture of a Utah DUI case history.
GRAMA and Public Access to DUI Records
Utah DUI records are generally public under the Government Records Access and Management Act. GRAMA is found in Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. You can read the full text at le.utah.gov. The law gives every person the right to inspect public records held by government agencies in Utah.
To submit a GRAMA request, contact the records officer at the relevant agency. Standard response time is ten business days. Expedited requests must be answered within five business days. Copy fees are $0.25 per page. Staff time beyond the first 15 minutes costs $20 per hour. If your request is denied, you can appeal to the State Records Committee or to a district court in Utah.
Court records are also governed by the Utah Rules of Criminal Procedure and the courts' own access policies. Most DUI case filings are public. Some records may be sealed by court order, but sealing of DUI records is not common in Utah. Juvenile DUI records are handled differently and are generally not open to the public under state law.
The BCI criminal history page describes what records are available and how to submit requests.
BCI processes criminal history requests for individuals seeking their own records or authorized third parties.
DUI arrest records at the DLD are subject to GRAMA like other government records. The DLD may require you to submit a written request and identify the record you are seeking. Requests for another person's driver record may require that person's written consent or a valid legal basis under state law in Utah.
How Utah DUI Records Are Created
A Utah DUI record starts at the point of arrest. A law enforcement officer stops a driver, conducts field sobriety tests, and administers a breath or blood test. If the driver is arrested, the officer files a DUI report with the Utah Driver License Division within five workdays. That report begins the administrative record at the DLD, separate from any criminal case.
The criminal case opens when a citation or complaint is filed with the district court in the county where the DUI occurred. The court clerk assigns a case number and opens a file. Every document filed after that point becomes part of the court record. These include the arraignment, any motions, the plea or trial proceedings, and the final judgment. All of this is available through Utah Courts XChange or in person at the county clerk's office.
If the driver is convicted, the court reports the conviction to the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification. BCI updates the person's criminal history record. The conviction also goes back to the DLD, which updates the driver's license record and triggers IID or revocation requirements. The result is a set of records spread across multiple agencies, each reflecting a different stage of the same DUI case in Utah.
Utah DUI statistics drawn from these records are compiled annually by the CCJJ. In fiscal year 2025, Utah had 10,923 DUI arrests, or roughly 31.1 per 10,000 residents. Preliminary FY2024 data showed 5,399 DUI arrests. These numbers come from law enforcement reports, court records, and DLD data combined. The CCJJ report is the most complete public summary of DUI trends in Utah each year.
For context on how NHTSA categorizes metabolite DUI laws like Utah's, see this NHTSA publication on drug-impaired driving statutes.
Note: A DUI case can take months from arrest to final conviction. Records at each agency are updated at different times, so the same case may show different status depending on when you check and which agency you contact.
Browse Utah DUI Records by County
Each county in Utah has its own district court that keeps DUI case filings. Pick a county below to find local resources for DUI records in that area.
DUI Records in Major Utah Cities
Residents of major cities have their DUI cases filed in the district court for their county. Pick a city below to learn about DUI records in that area.