Grand County DUI Cases and Records
Grand County DUI records document every arrest made by law enforcement in this canyon country region of southeastern Utah. Moab serves as the county seat and the base for the Grand County Sheriff. The county draws millions of visitors each year to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks, and that tourist volume directly affects DUI enforcement activity. DUI cases move through the 7th District Court. State agencies including the Utah Driver License Division and the Bureau of Criminal Identification maintain the official records. This page shows where to find them and how to request them.
Grand County Quick Facts
Grand County DUI Records and How They Are Created
Every DUI arrest in Grand County generates a set of official records. The arresting officer produces an incident report, a citation, and chemical test documentation. The Grand County Sheriff's Office books the suspect and creates a booking record. All of this information flows to state agencies within days of the arrest.
Grand County has a resident population of roughly 10,000 people, but the actual number of people in the county on any given day is far higher during peak tourism season. Arches National Park alone sees over 1.5 million visitors per year, and Canyonlands draws hundreds of thousands more. Moab has grown into a national destination for outdoor recreation, bringing a large and changing population through the area each spring, summer, and fall. This tourist concentration means DUI enforcement in Grand County handles a significant share of out-of-state drivers. DUI records created in Grand County are submitted to the Utah DLD and BCI regardless of whether the arrested person is a Utah resident.
The Grand County Clerk is located at 125 E Center Street, Moab, UT 84532. Court records from the 7th District Court are also accessible through state online systems.
Where to Search Grand County DUI Records
DUI records from Grand County are maintained at the state level even though the arrests happen locally. Three main systems cover most search needs.
The Utah Driver License Division tracks every license action tied to a DUI arrest in Grand County. The DLD records suspensions, revocations, and ignition interlock device requirements. Citations reach the DLD within five workdays of an arrest. If you need to confirm whether a license was affected by a DUI in Moab or elsewhere in Grand County, start with the DLD site at dld.utah.gov/dui.
The Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification provides name-based criminal history reports for $15. The BCI is located at 3888 W 5400 S, Taylorsville, UT 84129, and can be reached at (801) 965-4445. A BCI report shows all DUI arrests and convictions on file for an individual, including those from Grand County. The BCI system covers the entire state and connects to national crime databases.
Court records from the 7th District Court are searchable through Utah Courts XChange. XChange subscriptions cost $30 per month or $240 per year, with per-search fees ranging from $0.15 to $0.35 and document fees from $0.50 to $1.00 per page. Free access is available at the Utah State Law Library for those who prefer not to subscribe.
XChange at utcourts.gov/xchange covers all Utah district courts, so a search there will return any 7th District Court DUI case filed in Grand County.
DUI Arrests in Grand County
The Grand County Sheriff enforces DUI laws in Moab and throughout the county. The sheriff's office handles arrests, booking, and the initial records that feed into the state system. Utah Highway Patrol troopers also patrol US-191 and other state routes through Grand County, and their DUI arrests follow the same records process.
Tourism is a major factor in DUI patterns in Grand County. The county draws visitors from across the country and internationally. This population mix means law enforcement encounters drivers unfamiliar with Utah's strict .05 BAC limit, which is lower than the .08 standard in most other states. Many visitors are not aware that Utah has the lowest legal BAC threshold in the nation. The result is that Grand County sees DUI arrests among people who might have been legal to drive in their home state. Statewide in FY2025, Utah recorded 10,923 DUI arrests, or about 31.1 per 10,000 residents. Grand County's tourist-heavy population makes direct comparisons difficult, but enforcement is active year-round.
Chemical test refusal in Grand County carries an 18-month license suspension for a first offense and 36 months for a second refusal, separate from criminal charges.
Grand County Court Records for DUI Cases
DUI cases in Grand County are heard in the 7th District Court. Court records include the initial charging document, any pretrial motions, plea agreements, trial records if the case went to trial, and sentencing orders. These documents are part of the public court record in Grand County.
Utah Courts XChange is the best tool for searching 7th District Court DUI filings. You can search by defendant name or case number and see the case status, next hearing date, and charges. To pull actual documents, you pay the per-document rate. Parties to a case can use the free MyCase portal to view their own case files. MyCase support is available at selfhelp@utcourts.gov or by texting 801-742-1898.
For general guidance on how DUI cases move through Utah courts, the Utah State Courts traffic page provides detailed information applicable to the 7th District Court in Grand County.
Utah DUI Laws That Apply in Grand County
Utah's DUI statute applies equally in Grand County as in every other part of the state. Under Utah Code section 41-6a-502, the legal limit is .05 BAC. This is the strictest standard in the United States. Visitors driving to Arches or Canyonlands from other states may be accustomed to a .08 limit and should know that Utah's law is different.
Utah also enforces a metabolite DUI law under Utah Code section 41-6a-517, which prohibits driving with any measurable controlled substance in the system. This applies whether the substance was used that day or days earlier, as long as it remains detectable. The law is strict liability, meaning intent or impairment level does not matter. Any Grand County driver who tests positive faces a DUI charge under this statute.
Utah DUI records are shared with all other states and Canadian provinces. A conviction in Grand County travels with the driver's record no matter where they live or move afterward.
License Penalties and IID Requirements in Grand County
A DUI arrest in Grand County sets off both a criminal case and a separate administrative license action. The Utah Driver License Division handles the license side. The two processes run on different tracks and can produce different outcomes.
Under Utah Code section 41-6a-505, a first DUI conviction requires a minimum $700 fine, jail or home confinement, and an ignition interlock device for 18 months. Drivers under 21 face a 3-year IID requirement on a first offense. A second DUI conviction brings a 3-year IID. A felony DUI requires 6 years with the IID. Auto homicide while impaired requires the IID for 10 years. These penalties apply to Grand County residents and to out-of-state drivers convicted in Grand County courts.
A DUI hearing must be requested within 10 days of arrest to contest the license action. If requested, the hearing is scheduled within 29 days. Failing to request a hearing results in automatic license suspension. IID providers approved for use in Utah are listed at dld.utah.gov/iid.
Requesting Grand County DUI Records via GRAMA
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act gives any person the right to request public records from government agencies. The GRAMA statute is at the Utah Legislature website. For Grand County DUI records, GRAMA requests can be submitted to the Grand County Sheriff's Office in Moab or to the Grand County Clerk at 125 E Center Street, Moab, UT 84532.
A GRAMA request should identify the record you want clearly enough for the agency to find it. Include the name of the person, the date or approximate date of the arrest, and what document type you are seeking. The agency has 10 business days to respond. They may approve, deny, or ask for an extension. Booking records and arrest logs are typically public. Some records may be partially redacted to protect personal information such as dates of birth or victim details.
Court records from the 7th District Court are governed by court rules rather than GRAMA, but most DUI case records are public and accessible through XChange or in person at the courthouse.
Statewide DUI data, including annual totals for all counties, is published by the Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice as required by Utah Code section 41-6a-511.
Cities in Grand County
Grand County is anchored by Moab, one of Utah's most recognized tourism destinations. Castle Valley is a small community east of Moab. All DUI cases for Grand County residents are handled through the 7th District Court.
Moab is the county seat and the location of the Grand County Sheriff and Clerk. DUI arrests in and around Moab are booked through the Grand County jail and processed through the 7th District Court.
Nearby Counties
Grand County borders several counties in eastern Utah. Each county maintains its own DUI records through its local court and sheriff, but all feed into the same Utah state systems.