Search Rich County DUI Records
Rich County DUI records are public documents that cover arrests, court filings, and license actions in one of Utah's smallest and most remote counties. Located in the northeast corner of the state, Rich County sits about 123 miles from Salt Lake City and includes the Bear Lake area. The county seat is Randolph. DUI cases in Rich County go through the 4th Judicial District Court. This guide explains how to find Rich County DUI records through state databases, the local court, and public records requests under Utah law.
Rich County Quick Facts
Rich County DUI Records
Rich County is Utah's least populated county, with roughly 2,400 residents spread across towns like Randolph, Woodruff, Laketown, and Garden City. Despite its small size, the county sees DUI activity tied to seasonal tourism around Bear Lake. DUI records here are created at the time of arrest and continue through court proceedings and any resulting license actions from the Utah Driver License Division.
When a person is arrested for DUI in Rich County, that event produces several records. The arresting agency files a report. The officer sends a DUI report to the Utah Driver License Division (DLD) within five workdays. The county court then creates a case file as criminal proceedings begin. Each of these records is held by a different agency, and knowing which to contact saves time when you need to look up a specific DUI case in Rich County.
Utah reported 10,923 DUI arrests statewide in fiscal year 2025. Rich County represents a small share of that total, but its rural roads and seasonal Bear Lake traffic do produce DUI arrests each year. The Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice (CCJJ) publishes annual DUI data for all counties.
Note: Rich County records may take longer to process due to limited staff. Contacting the court or clerk by phone before visiting can save a wasted trip.
Searching Rich County DUI Records Online
Several online tools let you search Rich County DUI records without visiting the courthouse. The most widely used is Utah Courts XChange, the official statewide court records portal. XChange gives access to criminal case records including DUI charges filed in Rich County. A monthly subscription costs $30, with per-search fees of $0.15 to $0.35 and document fees of $0.50 to $1.00 per page.
If you are a party to a Rich County DUI case, you can use the free MyCase portal to view your own case documents at no charge. MyCase is limited to parties of record. For general public access, XChange is the right tool. You can also contact the Utah Courts self-help line by email at selfhelp@utcourts.gov or by text at 801-742-1898 for help navigating court records.
The Utah Driver License Division maintains a separate DUI tracking system. All DUI reports from Rich County must reach the DLD within five workdays of an arrest. The DLD handles Administrative Per Se license suspensions, which run on a separate track from criminal court proceedings. Visit dld.utah.gov/dui for information on the state DUI tracking system and license records.
Note: XChange shows court case information only. It does not show arrest records that did not result in charges being filed.
Rich County Law Enforcement and DUI Arrests
The Rich County Sheriff is the primary law enforcement agency in Rich County. The sheriff's office patrols all unincorporated areas and responds to DUI incidents on county roads. During summer months, traffic around Bear Lake increases significantly, and DUI enforcement typically rises with it.
The Utah Highway Patrol (UHP) also operates in Rich County and handles DUI stops on state highways. When UHP makes an arrest, that agency creates the initial arrest record. The DUI report then goes to both the DLD and the 4th District Court. Rich County has no municipal police departments large enough to handle their own DUI enforcement independently, so the sheriff and UHP cover most cases.
The Utah Highway Safety Office runs DUI enforcement programs across Utah, including rural counties like Rich. The Utah Highway Safety site lists current enforcement campaigns. Arrest records from the sheriff and UHP become part of the public record through the court system once charges are filed.
The lead image below is sourced from the Rich County Clerk and Auditor page.
The Rich County Clerk and Auditor handles public records requests and can direct you to court filings for DUI cases in Randolph.
Rich County Court Records for DUI Cases
Rich County DUI cases are handled by the 4th Judicial District Court. Court records for DUI cases include the criminal complaint, charging documents, plea entries, sentencing orders, and any probation conditions. These become part of the public court record once filed.
You can search for Rich County DUI court records through Utah Courts XChange. To find a specific case, you need the defendant's full name or the case number. XChange searches return case status, charge descriptions, hearing dates, and disposition details. For copies of actual documents, you pay the per-page fee through XChange or request them directly from the court clerk.
The Rich County Clerk and Auditor, Anneliesa Peart, is located at 20 S. Main, P.O. Box 218, Randolph, UT 84064. You can reach her office at (435) 793-2415 or (435) 793-2410. Email contact is apeart@richcounty.gov. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. For court-specific records, contact the 4th District Court directly. The court listing for Rich County is at utcourts.gov.
Note: The county clerk handles GRAMA records requests for county records. For district court case records, contact the district court clerk, not the county clerk.
Utah DUI Laws That Apply in Rich County
Utah has the strictest DUI blood alcohol limit in the country. Under Utah Code section 41-6a-502, a person is guilty of DUI if their blood alcohol concentration is .05 or higher. This applies anywhere in Utah, including all roads in Rich County. Most other states set the limit at .08. Utah lowered its limit years ago, making it easier to face a DUI charge at a lower BAC level.
Utah also has a metabolite DUI law under Utah Code section 41-6a-517. This makes it illegal to drive with any measurable controlled substance metabolite in your body, even if the substance was used days or weeks before. This matters in Rich County as in every other Utah county. A driver can face DUI charges without any alcohol involved at all.
Implied consent applies statewide under Utah Code section 41-6a-520. Every driver on Utah roads, including Rich County roads, automatically consents to chemical testing when arrested for DUI. Refusing a test triggers an automatic license suspension: 18 months for a first refusal and 36 months for a subsequent refusal. These suspensions run through the DLD, separate from any court-imposed penalties.
DUI is a strict liability offense in Utah. A guilty or no-contest plea cannot be held in abeyance. This means a conviction goes on the record immediately. First-offense DUI carries a minimum fine of $700 along with jail time and an ignition interlock device requirement of 18 months. Drivers under 21 face a 3-year IID period on a first offense. Utah also shares DUI data with all other states and Canadian provinces through interstate compacts.
License Actions and IID Requirements in Rich County
A DUI arrest in Rich County triggers two separate processes. The criminal case moves through the 4th District Court. The administrative license action moves through the Utah Driver License Division. Both can result in penalties, and they run at the same time.
The DLD administers the Administrative Per Se process. When a driver fails or refuses a chemical test in Rich County, the officer files a report with the DLD. The DLD then initiates a license suspension. For a failed test on a first offense, the suspension follows standard timelines. For a refusal, the suspension is 18 months on a first offense and 36 months on any subsequent offense. Drivers can request a hearing to challenge the suspension within a set number of days of the arrest.
Ignition interlock device requirements in Utah depend on the offense level. A first DUI requires an IID for 18 months. A second DUI requires an IID for three years. Felony DUI carries a six-year IID requirement. Auto homicide involving DUI results in a 10-year IID requirement. The DLD maintains a list of approved IID providers at dld.utah.gov/iid. Rich County drivers must use an approved provider and have the device installed before driving again after a DUI conviction.
Note: IID requirements apply regardless of where in Utah you drive. A Rich County resident convicted of DUI cannot avoid the IID requirement by driving in another county.
GRAMA Requests for Rich County DUI Records
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act, known as GRAMA, gives the public a legal right to access government records. This includes DUI-related records held by Rich County agencies. The relevant law is found at Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2. Rich County's GRAMA policy is posted at richcounty.gov/privacy-policy, and a GRAMA request form is available through the records section of richcounty.gov/code.
To request DUI records from Rich County, fill out the GRAMA form and submit it to the Rich County Clerk and Auditor at P.O. Box 218, 20 S. Main, Randolph, UT 84064. You can also contact the office by phone at (435) 793-2415. The standard response time for a GRAMA request is 10 business days. Copies are typically charged at $0.25 per page, and research time beyond 15 minutes may be billed at $20 per hour.
If you need a statewide criminal history that includes Rich County DUI arrests, you can request a name-based background check through the Utah Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI) at 3888 W 5400 S, Taylorsville, UT 84129, phone (801) 965-4445. A name-based search costs $15. BCI records include arrests and dispositions reported by agencies across Utah, including Rich County law enforcement.
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The Utah DLD receives DUI reports from all counties, including Rich County, within five workdays of each arrest.
Note: Some arrest records held by law enforcement may be restricted before a case reaches court. GRAMA allows certain records to be withheld during active investigations.
Cities in Rich County
Rich County includes several small towns and communities. DUI cases for all residents of Rich County are filed through the 4th Judicial District Court in Randolph.
Garden City, near Bear Lake, is the most visited community in Rich County and sees higher traffic volume during summer months. Most Rich County cities are not in the 35-city lookup list, but court records for all of them are accessible through XChange.
Nearby Counties
Rich County borders several other Utah counties. DUI records for residents of neighboring counties are filed in their own county courts. If you are searching for a case from a nearby area, check the correct county.