Access Murray Civil Court Records
Murray civil court records are filed through the Third District Court in Salt Lake County. Murray is a mid-valley city located between Salt Lake City and the cities of Sandy and South Jordan. Civil court records from Murray include lawsuits, judgments, small claims cases, probate filings, and other civil matters handled in the district court and at the Murray City Justice Court. This guide covers the courts that serve Murray, how to access civil case records online or in person, and what to expect when requesting copies of civil filings.
Murray Quick Facts
Murray Civil Case Records at the Third District Court
The Third Judicial District Court handles all civil case filings for Murray. The courthouse is located at 450 South State Street in Salt Lake City. Murray, as part of Salt Lake County, falls within the Third District's jurisdiction for all civil matters exceeding the Justice Court's threshold. Cases filed there include contract disputes, property lawsuits, civil judgments, family law matters, and probate proceedings. The Third District Court is the busiest district court in Utah and processes civil filings from across the county each weekday.
The court clerk's office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can contact the court at (801) 238-7300 for questions about Murray civil case filings or to confirm what documents you need before visiting. All Utah courts, including the Third District, are listed at Utah Courts with addresses, phone numbers, and information on available services.
Murray residents can visit the Third District Court in person to review civil court records free of charge. Public terminals in the courthouse allow anyone to search case dockets and review civil filings without a subscription during normal court hours.
Murray City Justice Court Civil Records
Murray operates its own Justice Court for municipal-level cases. The Murray City Justice Court hears small claims disputes, traffic citations, misdemeanor offenses, and violations of city ordinances. Small claims cases at the Justice Court involve amounts up to $11,000 and are generally resolved more quickly than civil cases filed at the district court level.
If you need records from the Murray City Justice Court, contact the court directly with your case number or party name. Cases appealed from the Justice Court or those exceeding its dollar limit are transferred to the Third District Court. Justice Court records for Murray are separate from district court civil filings, so knowing which court handled your matter helps narrow your search.
Note: Small claims judgments entered at the Murray City Justice Court are public records and can be found through XChange after they are processed and recorded.
How to Search Murray Civil Court Records
Murray civil court records are searchable online through the Utah court system's XChange portal. XChange is the official case management system for all Utah district courts. You can search by party name or case number and retrieve civil docket entries, filing dates, judgment information, and court orders. Access to XChange requires a paid subscription and is available through XChange on the Utah Courts website.
As of July 1, 2025, XChange pricing is $40 per month or $240 per year. Individual searches cost $0.35, and viewing a document costs $1.00. For Murray residents who prefer not to pay for remote access, free public terminals at the Third District Court provide the same search capability in person. The Utah State Law Library, also located at the Matheson Courthouse in Salt Lake City, has a free public terminal and can be reached at (801) 238-7990.
Types of Murray Civil Records Open to the Public
The Third District Court and Murray City Justice Court maintain a broad range of civil court records. Most of these records are open to public inspection unless a judge has ordered them sealed. Publicly accessible Murray civil court records generally include:
- Civil complaints, answers, and summons
- Small claims filings and judgments
- Probate filings and estate proceedings
- Family law orders and divorce decrees
- Contract and property dispute case files
- Writs of execution and judgment liens
- Court orders and civil docket entries
Public case information includes party names, case numbers, filing dates, docket entries, and final court orders. Certain records are not available to the public. Juvenile files, adoption proceedings, sealed cases, and documents containing Social Security numbers or financial account details are restricted. These restrictions apply to all Murray civil court records regardless of case type or filing date.
GRAMA Requests for Murray Civil Case Records
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act governs how public records are requested from government agencies in Murray. Under Utah Code Section 63G-2-201, civil court records are presumptively public and must be made available upon request. Any person may inspect public records at no charge. Written requests are required when you want copies sent to you, certified documents, or records delivered electronically.
Agencies have 10 business days to respond to GRAMA requests. Copy fees are $0.25 per page for standard copies. Certified copies typically cost $4 to $8 each. If a request is denied, you have 30 days to appeal the decision. For court records in Murray cases, the Third District Court clerk handles requests directly. Murray city department records, police records, and other non-court materials are handled by the city's records officer. Historical records for the region are available through the Utah State Archives at archives.utah.gov.
Legal Help for Murray Residents
Murray residents dealing with civil court matters have access to several free and low-cost legal resources. The Utah Courts website offers self-help guides, court forms, and plain-language instructions for handling civil cases at utcourts.gov. These resources are free and cover common civil matters including small claims, family law, and landlord-tenant disputes.
Utah Legal Services provides free civil legal help to qualifying Salt Lake County residents, including those in Murray. Income guidelines apply. Services include legal advice, help preparing court documents, and in some cases full representation in civil proceedings. Their website lists the types of cases they handle and how to apply for help.
The Utah State Bar's lawyer referral service can connect Murray residents with licensed civil attorneys. If you have a specific case and need professional legal guidance on Murray civil filings, judgments, or court procedures, speaking with an attorney before your court date gives you a clearer picture of your options.
Salt Lake County Civil Court Records
Murray is located in Salt Lake County. All district court civil filings for Murray are part of the broader Salt Lake County court system. For a full overview of civil court records across Salt Lake County, including court locations, access details, and county-wide resources, visit the county page.
Nearby Utah Cities
The following nearby cities are also served by the Third District Court and have their own civil court records resources.