Public records play a vital role in conducting background checks, whether for employment screening, personal verification, or legal research. In Utah, both businesses and individuals rely on access to these records to make informed decisions.
Employers in Utah frequently conduct background checks to evaluate the criminal history of job applicants as part of their hiring process.
Individuals may also request a self background check to see what information is publicly available about them and to verify the accuracy of their records.
Criminal history records in Utah are maintained by the Utah Department of Public Safety (DPS), Bureau of Criminal Identification (BCI). Available services include:
Obtaining your own official BCI report, including adult and qualifying juvenile records
Requesting another person’s criminal history (subject to legal limitations and consent requirements)
Instructions for expungement: The Utah DPS provides guidance for individuals seeking to remove eligible offenses from their criminal record
These records can include details of arrests, charges, convictions, and other legal outcomes.
Whether you’re looking for a comprehensive statewide background check or a single difficult-to-find document, knowing where to start is crucial. Here are steps to simplify your search:
Use a current, verified directory of official Utah resources
Access free downloadable forms and clear instructions for submitting record requests
Learn how to request official certificates and recorded documents (such as birth, marriage, or court records) directly from the appropriate agency—without conducting a full investigation
Many searches begin with locating an individual’s address or verifying identity. Use free people locator tools to:
Search by name to uncover current and previous residential addresses
Perform reverse lookups to see who is associated with a given address
Identify residences outside of Utah, which may point to additional records in other states not included in a Utah-only background check
Using a trusted, centralized resource ensures your search is efficient and accurate. PublicRecordCenter offers:
A curated directory of Utah public record sources
Links to official government agencies
Forms, tips, and instructions to guide both new and experienced users
Whether you need to verify an individual’s history, request a court record, or access property documents, beginning with the right tools is essential for a successful and time-saving public record search.
