West Valley City Arrest and Booking Records
West Valley City booking releases cover arrests made by the West Valley City Police Department. West Valley City is the second largest city in Utah with about 140,000 residents. People arrested here are typically booked at the Salt Lake County jail. You can search for recent bookings and releases through county and state tools. Police reports and arrest records are available through the city records division.
West Valley City Quick Facts
West Valley City Police Booking Records
The West Valley City Police Department has more than 200 sworn officers. The department handles a high volume of calls and arrests each year. When officers make an arrest, they create a report that becomes a public record. The Records Division at 3575 South Market Street processes all requests for these records.
Police reports cost $15 each. Accident reports also cost $15. Body camera footage starts at $33 plus $46 per hour for redaction. The Records Division is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Call (801) 840-4000 for help.
| Department | West Valley City Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 3575 South Market Street West Valley City, UT 84119 |
| Phone | (801) 840-4000 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
The portal walks you through each step of the records request process.
West Valley City Records Division
The Records Division is the main point of contact for all public records from the police department. Staff can help you find arrest reports, incident logs, and booking data. You can submit requests online, by mail, or in person at the office on Market Street.
The West Valley City Records Division handles all police records requests for the department.
Visit the Records Division page to find forms, fees, and contact details.
Note: The department follows GRAMA timelines. Expect a response within 10 business days of your request.
GRAMA Requests for Booking Releases
Utah law gives every person the right to request public records. This includes booking and arrest records from West Valley City. The process is set out in Utah Code 63G-2, known as GRAMA. You submit a written request that describes the records you want. The city then has 10 business days to respond.
West Valley City answers common questions about GRAMA on its website. The FAQ page explains what counts as a public record, who can make a request, and how long the process takes. Any person can request records. You do not need to be a resident or give a reason for the request.
West Valley City posts GRAMA FAQs to help the public understand the records request process.
The FAQ covers fees, timelines, and what to do if a request is denied.
Salt Lake County Jail and Inmate Search
People arrested in West Valley City go to the Salt Lake County jail for booking. The jail is run by the Salt Lake County Sheriff. You can search current inmates on the county website. The search shows name, charges, bond amount, and court dates. It is free and does not require an account.
For release notifications, register with VINE at vinelink.com. VINE sends alerts by phone, email, or text when a person is booked or released. The service works for all Salt Lake County facilities. It is free and runs every day of the year.
The Salt Lake County jail is one of the largest in the state. It holds people from many cities including West Valley City, Salt Lake City, and others along the Wasatch Front. The booking process creates a record that includes the person's name, charges, date, and arresting agency. These records are public and can be requested through GRAMA.
Court Records in West Valley City
After booking, criminal cases from West Valley City go to the Third District Court in Salt Lake County. Felonies and class A misdemeanors are heard at the district court. The West Valley City Justice Court handles class B and C misdemeanors and infractions that occur within city limits.
You can search court records through the Utah Courts XChange system at utcourts.gov/xchange. The system shows case status, charges, hearing dates, and dispositions. Basic searches are free. BCI at bci.utah.gov offers statewide criminal history reports that pull data from all Utah agencies including West Valley City police.
Searching West Valley City Booking Releases
There are several ways to find booking release records from West Valley City. Start with the Salt Lake County inmate search for current custody data. Use the Utah Courts XChange portal for case outcomes. Request police reports directly from the West Valley City Records Division. Each source gives you a different piece of the picture.
For statewide data, check the Utah Department of Corrections offender search tool. This covers state prison inmates. It includes photos, charges, and release dates. West Valley City booking records may also appear in BCI reports if charges led to a conviction or ongoing case.
Utah Code 17-22-30 restricts the release of booking photos until a conviction occurs. This protects people who are arrested but never convicted. If you need a booking photo from a case that ended in conviction, include the case number and conviction date in your GRAMA request. The agency may still need to redact parts of the record that contain private information under GRAMA rules.
Salt Lake County Booking Releases
West Valley City is in Salt Lake County. The county jail processes bookings for all cities in the county. For county-wide booking data, inmate rosters, and the sheriff contact information, visit the Salt Lake County page.
Nearby Utah Cities
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