Coalville, Utah Public Records

For misdemeanor criminal cases, small claims up to $11,000, and traffic violations, the Coalville Justice Court operates at 10 North Main Street, Coalville, UT 84017, phone (435) 336-5876. Utah's court system provides online access to case information through the Utah Courts' XCHANGE system at www.utcourts.gov, where users can search cases by party name, case number, or attorney, though some records may be restricted for privacy. The system displays case summaries, docket entries, hearing schedules, and judgments for both civil and criminal matters. Certified copies of court documents can be obtained from the clerk's office for a fee of $5 for the first page and $0.50 for each additional page, plus a $5 certification fee. Document copies without certification are $0.25 per page. The Third District Court also handles protective orders, juvenile matters (though juvenile records are restricted), and mental health proceedings for Summit County residents.

For recorded documents such as deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and other instruments affecting title, the Summit County Recorder's Office is located at 60 North Main Street, Coalville, UT 84017, phone (435) 336-3204, website www.summitcounty.org/recorder. The Recorder maintains an online document search portal where users can search recorded documents by name, date, document type, or book and page reference, with digital images of many documents available for free viewing and printing. Recording fees vary by document type, with standard deeds typically costing $50 for the first page and $10 for each additional page. Summit County also provides a comprehensive GIS Parcel Viewer through the county website, offering interactive mapping with layers for parcels, zoning, flood zones, aerial photography, and ownership information. This tool allows property research by address or parcel identification and includes measurement tools and printable map products for public use.

The town's commercial sector consists primarily of small businesses serving local residents and Interstate 80 travelers, including gas stations, restaurants, motels, and service businesses along Main Street and the I-80 corridor. Agriculture and ranching remain important to the surrounding area's economy, with hay production, cattle ranching, and some sheep operations continuing generational traditions. Median household income in Coalville is estimated around $65,000-$75,000, somewhat below Summit County's overall median which is elevated by the wealthy Park City area. Recent economic development has been modest, focused on maintaining existing business infrastructure and attracting pass-through travelers. Coalville's economy operates somewhat independently from the resort-driven prosperity of Park City and the Snyderville Basin, maintaining a more traditional rural character while benefiting from proximity to Salt Lake City's employment market, with some residents commuting westward for work. The town has seen gradual residential growth as families seek more affordable housing compared to Park City while remaining within Summit County's highly-rated school system.

The Coalville City Police Department, located at 10 North Main Street, Coalville, UT 84017, phone (435) 336-5323, provides law enforcement services within city limits. Citizens can request police reports and incident records by contacting the department directly during business hours or submitting written requests under Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). For areas outside Coalville city limits, the Summit County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 6300 North Silver Creek Drive, Park City, UT 84098, phone (435) 615-3500, website www.summitcounty.org/sheriff, serves unincorporated portions of Summit County including surrounding rural areas. The Sheriff's Office handles patrol, investigations, search and rescue operations, and jail operations for the entire county. To search for arrests and jail bookings, the Summit County Jail Inmate Roster is available online at www.summitcounty.org/sheriff (navigate to Jail/Inmate Information), showing current inmates, booking photos, charges, bond amounts, booking dates, and projected release dates. Under Utah Code Title 63G, Chapter 2 (GRAMA), public records including arrest logs, incident reports, and booking information are generally considered public unless they fall under specific exemptions for ongoing investigations or protected information. Written requests for records should cite GRAMA and specify the documents sought, with agencies required to respond within ten business days. Fees for copies may apply according to the county's established fee schedule.

Processing typically takes 4-6 weeks for mail requests, though expedited service is available for an additional fee. Online ordering is available through VitalChek at https://www.vitalchek.com for an additional convenience fee, with delivery in approximately 3-5 business days. Utah law restricts birth certificate access to the registrant (if 18 or older), parents listed on the certificate, legal guardians, legal representatives, and certain family members who can demonstrate direct and tangible interest. Death certificates have broader access, though some information may be restricted. Marriage licenses for Coalville residents are obtained from the Summit County Clerk/Auditor's Office at 60 North Main Street, Coalville, UT 84017, phone (435) 336-3204. Marriage licenses cost $50 and require both parties to appear in person with valid identification. There is no waiting period, and licenses are valid for 30 days from issuance. Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $15. Divorce records are maintained as court records through the Third District Court at the same Coalville address, with decrees available through the court clerk. Utah vital records are available from 1905 forward for births and deaths, with some earlier records existing.

Fictitious business name (DBA) filings in Utah are registered at the county level with the Summit County Clerk at the above address, with search capabilities available through the clerk's office. For formal business entity formation including corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and nonprofit organizations, the Utah Department of Commerce, Division of Corporations and Commercial Code maintains the statewide database. Business entity searches are freely available at https://secure.utah.gov/bes, where users can search by business name, registered agent, or filing number to verify entity status, view officers and directors, check registered agent information, and review filing history. UCC (Uniform Commercial Code) lien searches for secured transactions are also conducted through the Utah Department of Commerce at the same website, showing financing statements filed against business assets. Commercial property tax assessments for businesses operating in Coalville are searchable through the Summit County Assessor's Office online database at www.summitcounty.org/assessor, where business owners can look up assessed values for commercial real property and personal property declarations. Utah requires annual business entity renewals through the Division of Corporations, with fees typically ranging from $20 to $70 depending on entity type.

Coalville voters are served by the Summit County Clerk/Auditor's Office, Elections Division, located at 60 North Main Street, P.O. Box 128, Coalville, UT 84017, phone (435) 336-3204, website www.summitcounty.org/clerk (elections information available under the Elections tab). Utah residents can register to vote online at https://vote.utah.gov up until 11 days before an election, or register in person at the County Clerk's office or designated registration sites up to the day before the election. Online registration requires a valid Utah driver license or identification card, while mail and in-person registration require proof of residence and identity. Coalville municipal elections for mayor and city council are held on odd-numbered years in November, with the next city elections scheduled for November 2025. The Coalville City Council consists of five members elected to four-year staggered terms, while the mayor is elected to a four-year term. Candidate filing information and local ballot measures for Coalville city elections are posted at City Hall and on the city's website during election periods. Coalville residents can locate their specific polling place by visiting https://votesearch.utah.gov/voter-search/search/search-by-voter/voter-info and entering their name and date of birth, or by contacting the County Clerk. In Summit County's November 2024 presidential election, voter turnout was approximately 82%, with roughly 21,000 ballots cast from the county's 25,000+ registered voters, reflecting the county's high civic engagement. For the November 3, 2026 general election, Coalville and Summit County voters will decide several significant races: Utah does not have a U.S. Senate seat up in 2026, but voters will elect their U.S. Representative for Utah's Congressional District (Coalville is in District 1); all Utah House of Representatives seats for state legislature, including District 53 which represents the Coalville area; Summit County Commission seats, County Clerk/Auditor, County Sheriff, County Assessor, County Attorney, and other county offices depending on the election cycle; and potentially local school board positions for the North Summit School District. Utah offers mail-in voting with ballots automatically sent to all active registered voters beginning 14-20 days before each election, with postage-paid return envelopes. Voters can also vote in person during early voting periods at designated locations or on Election Day at assigned polling places. Public election records in Utah include voter registration lists (available for purchase for political purposes), campaign finance reports filed by candidates and PACs (searchable at https://elections.utah.gov), candidate filings and declarations, and precinct-level election results, all accessible through the Lieutenant Governor's elections website and the County Clerk's office.