Find DUI Records in Daggett County

Daggett County DUI records are maintained by the Daggett County Clerk and the 8th District Court. Daggett County is the least populous county in Utah, with about 950 residents in the northeastern corner of the state near Flaming Gorge Reservoir. Searching DUI records in Daggett County means working with a small county government that handles records through written GRAMA requests and Utah's statewide court record systems. This page explains how to find Daggett County DUI arrest records, court filings, and conviction information.

Daggett County DUI Records and Access Points

DUI records in Daggett County come from two main places. The first is the Daggett County Sheriff's Office and law enforcement in Manila. The second is the 8th District Court, which processes DUI cases from arrest through sentencing. Daggett County is very small, so DUI arrests are relatively infrequent. But when they occur, the same state systems apply as in every other Utah county.

The Daggett County Clerk, Larinda Isaacson, manages public records for the county. The office is at 95 North 1st West, PO Box 400, Manila, UT 84046. You can call at (435) 784-3154 or email clerk@daggettcounty.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The Clerk handles GRAMA requests for county records including DUI arrest information. Daggett County also has a Dutch John Justice Court, which handles minor DUI-related traffic matters at the local level.

The Daggett County GRAMA request portal is available online at daggettcounty.gov/550/GRAMA-Requests. You can also submit requests through the county's form center at daggettcounty.gov/formcenter. For official records search, the county maintains a subscription-based records system at daggettcounty.gov/552/Official-Records.

The Daggett County Clerk's office is the primary contact for DUI records requests and GRAMA access in Daggett County.

DUI records from Daggett County can be requested through the county clerk's GRAMA portal or found through the Utah Courts XChange system for court case records from the 8th District Court.

How to Search Daggett County DUI Records

Searching DUI records in Daggett County requires a different approach than in larger Utah counties. Because the county is so small, online records may be limited. The most reliable method is a combination of the Utah Courts XChange system for court records and a GRAMA request to the county for arrest records.

For DUI court records, use Utah Courts XChange at utcourts.gov/xchange. This system covers the 8th District Court, which handles Daggett County DUI cases. A subscription costs $30 per month or $240 per year. Individual searches cost $0.15 to $0.35, and document downloads are $0.50 to $1.00. You search by defendant name or case number. XChange gives you case status, charges, and disposition for Daggett County DUI cases.

For arrest records not in the court system, submit a GRAMA request through the Daggett County portal at daggettcounty.gov/550/GRAMA-Requests or contact the clerk directly by phone or email. The county has 10 business days to respond. You can also contact the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification at bci.utah.gov for statewide criminal history including Daggett County DUI convictions. A BCI name check costs $15.

Note: Given Daggett County's very small population, DUI case records may be more easily located by providing specific dates or names rather than broad searches.

DUI Enforcement in Daggett County

DUI enforcement in Daggett County is handled by the county sheriff's office and the Utah Highway Patrol. Despite its tiny resident population of about 950, Daggett County sees significant seasonal traffic due to Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. The reservoir and surrounding area attract campers, boaters, and visitors from across the region, especially in summer. This seasonal population means DUI enforcement activity can spike during peak recreation months.

The Utah Highway Patrol covers US Highway 191 and state roads through Daggett County. Off-highway areas fall under the sheriff's jurisdiction. When a DUI arrest occurs in Daggett County, the arresting officer must submit a report to the Utah Driver License Division within 5 workdays. The DLD at dld.utah.gov/dui tracks all Utah DUI arrests including those from small counties like Daggett.

The Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice publishes annual DUI arrest data required by Utah Code Section 41-6a-511. This report covers all 29 Utah counties including Daggett. Because the county is so small, its DUI numbers may be grouped differently in statewide reports, but the data is still collected through the same system.

Court Records for Daggett County DUI Cases

DUI cases in Daggett County are processed through the 8th District Court. Minor DUI-related matters may also go through the Dutch John Justice Court. The 8th District Court covers several northeastern Utah counties. DUI case records at this level include the criminal complaint, arraignment records, bail documents, hearing notices, plea agreements, and sentencing orders. All of these are public records available through XChange or in person.

Utah Courts XChange at utcourts.gov/xchange is the main tool for searching 8th District Court DUI case records from Daggett County. You can search by name or case number. The system shows all case activity, hearing dates, and final dispositions. Downloading documents costs $0.50 to $1.00 per file. If you are a party to the case, the free MyCase portal at mycase.utcourts.gov gives you direct access without a subscription fee.

For historical DUI court records from Daggett County that have been archived, contact the Utah State Archives. The general court records guide at utcourts.gov/records explains how to request records from each Utah district court, including the 8th District serving Daggett County.

Utah DUI Laws That Apply in Daggett County

All Utah DUI laws apply in Daggett County, including the .05 BAC limit and the metabolite DUI law. The main statute is Utah Code Section 41-6a-502, which makes it illegal to drive with a blood alcohol concentration of .05 or higher. Utah was the first state in the country to adopt this limit. It applies to every driver on every road in Daggett County.

Utah Code Section 41-6a-517 covers metabolite DUI. This law applies when any measurable controlled substance is found in a driver's system, even without signs of impairment. A Daggett County driver can be charged with DUI based on a blood or urine test that shows a metabolite even if the driver seemed to be operating normally. This is one of the strictest DUI standards in the United States.

Implied consent under Section 41-6a-520 means all drivers in Daggett County agree to chemical testing by the act of driving. Refusing testing triggers a license revocation. Utah DUI is a strict liability offense, meaning the prosecution does not need to show intent. First-offense DUI in Utah carries a minimum $700 fine and mandatory jail or home confinement. Learn more at utah-dui.com.

Note: DUI arrests during boating on Flaming Gorge Reservoir may involve separate state and federal jurisdiction, but any associated criminal court case would still go through the Utah court system if the offense occurred within Utah borders.

IID and License Requirements in Daggett County

A DUI conviction in Daggett County leads to the same IID and license penalties as any Utah DUI. The Utah Driver License Division at dld.utah.gov/dui administers all DUI-related license actions statewide. For a first DUI conviction in Daggett County, an ignition interlock device is required for 18 months. Drivers under 21 at the time of the offense face a 3-year IID requirement. Second or subsequent convictions require a 3-year IID. Felony DUI convictions result in a 6-year IID requirement.

Chemical test refusals in Daggett County result in an 18-month license revocation for a first refusal and 36 months for a subsequent refusal. These run from the date of the refusal and are independent of any criminal court penalties. Approved IID providers are listed at dld.utah.gov/iid. The device must come from an approved provider to satisfy court requirements.

Repeat DUI offenders in Daggett County may face the Utah 24/7 Sobriety Program as a court-ordered condition. Utah shares all DUI convictions with other states and Canadian provinces, so a conviction in Daggett County can affect a person's driving record in their home state as well.

Access Daggett DUI Records Under GRAMA

GRAMA at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 gives the public the right to request DUI records from Daggett County agencies. You can request DUI arrest reports, incident records, and booking information from the Daggett County Sheriff or other law enforcement through a written GRAMA request.

Daggett County makes it easy to submit a GRAMA request online at daggettcounty.gov/550/GRAMA-Requests or through the county forms page at daggettcounty.gov/formcenter. You can also submit by mail to Larinda Isaacson, Daggett County Clerk, 95 North 1st West, PO Box 400, Manila, UT 84046. The county has 10 business days to respond. Standard copy fees apply for physical copies.

For DUI court records in Daggett County, contact the 8th District Court clerk directly. Court records follow Utah Rules of Court for access. Most DUI case files are public, but sealed cases or juvenile records may be restricted. The court clerk can tell you what is available and how much certified copies cost for Daggett County DUI cases.

Cities in Daggett County

Daggett County is Utah's least populous county and includes the small communities of Manila and Dutch John. All DUI cases are handled by the 8th District Court serving the county.

Manila is the county seat and serves as the center of county government for Daggett County. DUI records for both communities and all unincorporated areas flow through the county clerk and the 8th District Court.

Nearby Counties

Daggett County borders Uintah County in Utah and Rich County. Check the neighboring county if you are searching for DUI records from a nearby area.

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