Daggett County Civil Court Records
Daggett County civil court records are held by the Eighth District Court, based in Manila, Utah. Daggett is the least populous county in Utah, and its civil court records reflect a small but fully functional court system. The Eighth District Court handles civil case files, family law matters, probate, and small claims cases for Daggett County. Residents can access civil court records in person at the Manila courthouse, through the Utah Courts XChange system online, or by submitting a written GRAMA request to the court clerk. This guide covers all access methods and what civil case records from Daggett County contain.
Daggett County Quick Facts
Daggett County Justice Court in Manila
Daggett County operates a Justice Court at the Manila Courthouse. This court handles limited jurisdiction civil and criminal matters for county residents. Civil small claims cases involving disputes up to $11,000 are filed here. The Justice Court also handles Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and county ordinance violations. Because Daggett County has a very small population, case volumes are lower than in most Utah counties, but the same rules and procedures apply as in any other Utah Justice Court.
Justice Court civil records in Daggett County are public documents and can be accessed through the XChange system or in person at the Manila Courthouse. Justice Court is not a court of record, meaning proceedings are not transcribed verbatim. Any party who wishes to appeal a Justice Court decision can bring the case to the Eighth District Court for a fresh hearing.
Details on Daggett County's Justice Court and court locations are available through serve-now.com's Utah court directory.
The Manila Courthouse serves as the central location for both Daggett County Justice Court proceedings and access to civil case records in the county.
| Court | Daggett County Justice Court Manila Courthouse, Box 219 Manila, UT 84046 |
|---|---|
| Phone | Contact via utcourts.gov |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Eighth District Court Civil Records
The Eighth Judicial District Court is the general jurisdiction trial court for Daggett County. It handles major civil cases filed in the county, including contract disputes, property matters, family law proceedings, probate, and felony criminal matters. The Eighth District covers three northeastern Utah counties: Daggett, Duchesne, and Uintah. Civil cases filed in Daggett County are part of the Eighth District's permanent civil case record system.
The Eighth District Court serves the northeastern corner of Utah, with Daggett County civil case records maintained at the Manila courthouse location.
The Eighth District Court address for Daggett County is P.O. Box 219, Manila, UT 84046. Civil case records are filed and stored here. When visiting in person to access Daggett County civil court records, contact the court clerk at the Manila Courthouse. Bring a photo ID and, if possible, the case number or party name for the records you need.
Online Civil Case Search for Daggett County
The Utah Courts XChange system provides online access to civil case records from Daggett County. XChange covers case information from all Utah district and justice courts, including the Eighth District and the Daggett County Justice Court. You can search by party name or case number and retrieve case status, document lists, hearing dates, and judge assignments. Fees are $0.35 per search, $1.00 per document, or $40 per month for a subscription. Annual access costs $240. A one-time guest account is available for $10.
Register for XChange at utcourts.gov/xchange. XChange is the most complete option for accessing Daggett County civil court records remotely.
The Daggett County civil case volume is smaller than most counties due to the low population. This means XChange searches often return results quickly and records are generally easy to locate once you have a party name or approximate filing date.
What Daggett County Civil Court Records Contain
Civil court records in Daggett County follow the same structure as in any Utah district or justice court. A civil case file opens with the complaint or petition filed by the plaintiff and grows to include the defendant's answer, any motions filed by either party, court orders, and the final judgment. Family law records in Daggett County include divorce petitions, marital settlement agreements, parenting plans, and custody and support orders. Probate records contain petitions to open estates, inventory filings, creditor notices, and final distribution orders.
Civil docket entries record every action taken in a Daggett County case. These entries are useful for tracking an active case or reviewing the history of a closed matter. Civil judgment records show whether a monetary award was entered against a party and are often used to verify financial obligations or legal history. All of these records are generally available for public inspection under Utah's open records law.
Civil case records from Daggett County may also include exhibits attached to motions, deposition summaries, and stipulations agreed to by the parties. Because the county's case volume is low, files tend to be manageable and well organized.
Public Records Access Under GRAMA
All Daggett County civil court records are subject to the Government Records Access and Management Act. Under Utah Code Section 63G-2-201, civil court records are presumptively public. Any person may inspect them during normal business hours at no charge. Records are only withheld when classified as private, protected, or controlled by law or a court order.
To submit a GRAMA request for Daggett County civil court records, write to the Clerk of Court at the Eighth District Court, P.O. Box 219, Manila, UT 84046. Your request must describe the records you want in enough detail for the clerk to locate them. The court has 10 business days to respond, or 5 days if you are a member of the media. Denials can be appealed to the Utah State Records Committee or to a district court within 30 days. Copy fees are $0.25 per page for standard copies. Certified copies of civil case documents carry a fee of $4 to $8 each.
Note: Because Daggett County is a small office, calling ahead before visiting or submitting a request can help ensure staff are prepared to assist with your search.
Historical Civil Records in Daggett County
Daggett County's older civil court records are preserved at the Utah State Archives in Salt Lake City. The archives holds court documents from throughout Utah's history, including records from small counties like Daggett. Daggett County was established in 1919, making its earliest civil court records more than a century old. Researchers studying land disputes, probate matters, or other civil litigation from the county's early years can request these records from the archives at 346 South Rio Grande Street, Salt Lake City. You can reach the archives by phone at 801-531-3800 or browse the digital catalog at archives.utah.gov.
The small scale of Daggett County's population means that historical civil court records are relatively limited in volume but often well preserved. Archives staff can guide you to the appropriate finding aids for Daggett County court materials.
Legal Help for Daggett County Residents
Residents of Daggett County who need assistance with civil court matters can access statewide legal resources. Utah Legal Services provides free civil legal help to qualifying low-income individuals across all of Utah, including those in Manila and throughout Daggett County. Apply for assistance or learn more at utahlegalservices.org. The Utah Courts website at utcourts.gov has self-help forms, court instructions, and procedural guides for common civil case types. Given the county's remote location, these online resources are especially valuable for residents who cannot easily travel to seek in-person legal help.
The Utah State Bar's lawyer referral service can connect Daggett County residents with a licensed attorney for matters requiring professional legal advice. For civil case lookups, the Utah State Law Library in Salt Lake City offers free XChange terminal access at 801-238-7990.
Cities in Daggett County
Manila is the county seat of Daggett County and the location of the Eighth District Court and Justice Court. All civil court filings for Daggett County are processed at the Manila Courthouse. The county's small population means that most civil case activity is concentrated in Manila, which serves as the administrative center for all court-related matters in Daggett County.
Nearby Counties
Daggett County is located in the northeastern corner of Utah and shares the Eighth Judicial District with its closest neighboring counties.