West Jordan Booking Releases
West Jordan booking releases track arrests and custody changes in one of Utah's fastest growing cities. West Jordan has more than 115,000 residents and sits in the southwest part of Salt Lake County. The West Jordan Police Department and the Unified Police Department both serve parts of the area. People arrested in West Jordan are booked at the Salt Lake County jail. You can search for booking and release records using several free tools.
West Jordan Quick Facts
West Jordan Police Department Records
The West Jordan Police Department is located at 8040 South Redwood Road. The department provides law enforcement services including patrol, investigations, and community programs. When officers arrest someone, a booking record is created. That record is public under Utah law and can be requested through GRAMA.
| Department | West Jordan Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 8040 S Redwood Rd West Jordan, UT 84088 |
| Phone | (801) 256-2000 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Contact the records unit at (801) 256-2000 to ask about fees and forms. Requests can be sent in person, by mail, or by email. The department follows the standard GRAMA timeline of 10 business days.
The West Jordan Police Department website provides department contact information and services.
Check the site for links to records forms and other public safety resources in West Jordan.
Unified Police Department and West Jordan
The Unified Police Department of Greater Salt Lake serves unincorporated parts of Salt Lake County and some contract cities. UPD and the West Jordan Police Department work in nearby areas. If you are not sure which agency handled an arrest in the West Jordan area, check with both departments.
The Unified Police Department website has contact information for records from areas near West Jordan.
UPD handles records requests through the same GRAMA process used by all Utah agencies.
Note: Always confirm which agency made the arrest before you file a records request. Sending it to the wrong department will delay your search.
West Jordan has grown quickly in recent years. New homes and businesses bring more residents and more police calls. Both departments keep detailed records of every arrest and booking within their service areas. These records are public and available through the GRAMA process. You can also check for records from either agency through the Salt Lake County inmate search tool or the statewide BCI database.
How to Get Booking Records in West Jordan
Under Utah Code 63G-2, you can request booking records from any Utah government agency. For West Jordan, submit a GRAMA request to the police department. Include the full name of the person, a date or date range, and a case number if you have one. The department has 10 business days to respond.
Fees vary by record type. Police reports typically cost $15 each. Additional pages cost $0.25. Body camera footage has a base fee plus hourly charges for redaction. The first 15 minutes of staff time may be free. Ask the records unit for a fee estimate before you submit your request.
If your request is denied, you have the right to appeal. File your appeal with the Utah State Records Committee within 30 days. Include a copy of your original request and the denial letter.
Salt Lake County Jail Booking Data
Arrests in West Jordan lead to booking at the Salt Lake County jail. The Salt Lake County Sheriff operates the jail and maintains current inmate data. You can search the county inmate roster online for free. The roster shows names, charges, booking dates, and bond details.
VINE at vinelink.com offers free custody alerts for Salt Lake County. Register to get a phone call, text, or email when an inmate is released or transferred. The system runs around the clock and is open to anyone.
The county jail booking process creates a record for each person brought into custody. That record includes the name, date of birth, charges, arresting agency, and booking time. Release records show the date and reason for release, such as bond, court order, or sentence completion. Both booking and release records are public in most cases. You can request them through GRAMA or search for current data on the county inmate roster.
West Jordan Court Records After Arrest
Criminal cases from West Jordan are heard in the Third District Court. The court handles felonies and serious misdemeanors. The West Jordan Justice Court covers class B and C misdemeanors and city code violations. Both courts generate records that are searchable online.
Use the Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov/xchange to look up case information. You can search by name or case number. Results show charges, hearing dates, case status, and outcomes. BCI at bci.utah.gov provides statewide criminal history checks that include West Jordan data. A name-based check costs $20.
The Utah Department of Corrections offender search covers state prison inmates. If someone arrested in West Jordan receives a sentence of more than one year, their record will appear in this database. It includes current inmates, parolees, and people on probation. The tool is free and shows photos, charges, and projected release dates.
Salt Lake County Booking Releases
West Jordan is part of Salt Lake County. The county jail handles most bookings from cities in the county. For full county booking data and the sheriff office contact details, visit the Salt Lake County page.
Nearby Utah Cities
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