Weber County
Weber County was founded in 1850 and named after Trapper John Weber. It is home to an estimated 262,223 people, with Ogden as the county seat. Weber County spans 611.0 square miles, making it the 27th largest county in Utah by total area.
The Weber County court system comprises a District Court, a Juvenile Court, and 11 Justice Courts. The Weber County District Court has general jurisdiction over most civil and criminal cases beyond the jurisdiction of other courts, such as felonies, assault, divorce, and general civil claims. The District Court can issue extraordinary writs and review some administrative agency decisions on appeal. Weber County Juvenile Court shares jurisdiction with District Court and Justice Courts over certain types of civil and criminal cases involving youths under 18 years of age who violate any federal, state, or municipal law, as well as cases involving neglect or abused children. Weber County Justice Courts have authority over specific civil and criminal cases within their territory jurisdiction, involving most Class B and C misdemeanors, ordinance violations, infractions, and some juvenile cases for those over 16 years of age. They also hear small claims and civil cases involving amounts up to $10,000.
Weber County public court records are official documents created and maintained by the court system to document legal proceedings within the county. These records include case summaries, motions, and any fines or sentences imposed. Common Weber County court records include the following:
- Family Records
- Criminal Records
- Civil Records
- Probate Records
Most Weber County court records are accessible to the public. These records can be searched online or in person through the County Clerk's Office. Certain court records are available online for free. Access to sensitive or confidential records is typically restricted to the public.
