Davis County Civil Court Records
Davis County civil court records are maintained by the Second District Court, with courthouse locations in Farmington, Layton, and Bountiful. Residents across Davis County can search civil court records for case filings, court judgments, docket activity, family law matters, and probate proceedings. The Second District serves one of Utah's fastest-growing counties, and its civil court records reflect a wide range of disputes and legal matters. Whether you need records for a pending case or historical research, multiple access options exist for Davis County.
Davis County Quick Facts
Second District Court in Davis County
The Second Judicial District Court is the primary court handling civil cases in Davis County. The main courthouse sits at 800 West State Street in Farmington, the county seat. This location handles the full range of civil matters, including cases valued over $11,000, family law disputes, probate and estate proceedings, felony criminal matters, and appeals from justice courts. Court hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. You can reach the Farmington courthouse by phone at (801) 447-3800 or by email at kristylm@utcourts.gov.
Davis County residents near Layton or Bountiful have convenient branch court options. The Second District Court in Layton is located at 425 N. Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041, and can be reached at (801) 447-3820. The Bountiful branch operates at 805 S Main St, Bountiful, UT 84010. Both branches serve civil case filings and family court matters, with public access terminals on site. Having three courthouse locations makes Davis County one of the more accessible districts for civil court records in Utah.
The Davis County Clerk/Auditor's office at 61 South Main Street, Room 101, Farmington, UT 84025 also handles certain public records requests. Call (801) 451-3213 to reach that office. They accept Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) requests and can direct you to the right court division for civil case information.
Davis County court records resources provide a helpful overview of courthouse locations and services available to the public.
The Second District Court in Farmington processes thousands of civil filings each year, making it one of the busier district courts along the Wasatch Front.
Davis County Justice Court Records
The Davis County Justice Court operates at 800 West State Street in Farmington, sharing the same address as the main district courthouse. Its phone number is (801) 451-4412. Justice courts handle limited jurisdiction matters that do not rise to the district court level. For Davis County, this means small claims disputes up to $11,000, Class B and C misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and violations of county ordinances.
The Layton Justice Court serves residents in the Layton area. It is located at 437 North Wasatch Drive, Layton, UT 84041, and can be reached at (801) 336-3590. Small claims filers in Davis County typically choose the justice court closest to where the dispute arose. Civil court records from the Davis County Justice Court are separate from Second District Court records but are still governed by Utah's public records laws.
Note: Justice court civil records in Davis County cover small claims only and are not accessible through the XChange system in the same way district court records are.
How to Find Davis County Civil Court Records
Davis County civil court records can be accessed through three main channels: online via the Utah Courts XChange system, in person at a Second District Court location, or by submitting a written GRAMA request. Each method suits different needs. Online access is fastest for basic case details. In-person visits allow you to review complete case files and obtain certified copies on the spot.
The Utah Courts XChange system is the primary online tool for searching Davis County civil court records. As of July 1, 2025, XChange subscriptions cost $40 per month for 500 searches, $240 per year, or $0.35 per individual search. Downloading documents costs $1.00 each. XChange covers party names, documents filed, scheduled hearings, assigned judges, and case status, with daily updates reflecting new activity in Davis County civil cases. The Utah Courts website provides subscription details and login access.
Free access to civil court records in Davis County is available through public access terminals at the Second District Court in Farmington and the Layton branch. The Utah State Law Library at (801) 238-7990 also provides free XChange access for walk-in visitors. For those who cannot visit in person, a written request under Utah Code § 63G-2-201 is an option. The court must respond within 10 business days. Copy fees in Davis County run $0.25 to $0.50 per page; certified copies cost $4 to $8 per document.
A useful guide to case searching is available from the Salt Lake County District Attorney's case information page, which outlines how to locate cases by name or case number throughout the Utah court system.
Additional Davis County civil records resources are available online for those researching cases outside the XChange system.Civil Court Records Available in Davis County
The Second District Court in Davis County maintains a broad range of civil court records. Civil case files include all pleadings, motions, orders, and final judgments from disputes over contracts, property, and other civil matters. Family law records from divorce proceedings, custody modifications, and adoption cases are also filed here. Probate matters involving estates and guardianships are handled at the district court level and form a significant portion of Davis County's civil court record volume.
The Davis County Clerk/Auditor's office image below shows the type of public access resources available for finding civil court records in the county.
Learn more about locating civil case information through public resources that complement what is available directly at the Davis County courthouse.
The Davis County Clerk/Auditor's office provides a complementary access point for public records beyond what the court clerk handles directly.
Other civil court records in Davis County include court dockets showing scheduled and past hearings, restraining orders and protective orders, civil judgment records used for debt collection, and court orders related to name changes or mental health proceedings. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201(1), Utah law presumes all records are public unless a specific statute says otherwise. Most civil court records in Davis County are fully accessible to the public.
GRAMA and Public Records in Davis County
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act gives every person the right to inspect public records free of charge during normal business hours. For Davis County civil court records, this means you can visit any Second District Court location and request to view case files at no cost. You only pay if you want copies. The law states: "A record is public unless otherwise expressly provided by statute." Most civil court records in Davis County fall squarely under this presumption of openness.
Written GRAMA requests submitted to the Davis County Second District Court or Clerk/Auditor's office must receive a response within 10 business days. If your request is denied, you have 30 days to appeal the denial to the Utah State Records Committee. The Utah State Archives handles older historical records and can assist with locating civil court documents from earlier decades in Davis County. Historical civil records older than those kept at active courthouses may be preserved at the state archive level.
Note: Submitting a GRAMA request by mail or email is the most practical option for people who cannot visit a Davis County courthouse in person.
Cities in Davis County
Davis County includes several cities where residents file civil court cases at Second District Court locations. Civil filings from any Davis County city are processed at the Farmington, Layton, or Bountiful courthouse.
Layton and Bountiful are the largest cities in Davis County, each served by their own Second District Court branch locations for added convenience.
Nearby Counties
Davis County borders several other Utah counties. If you are unsure which court handles your civil matter, the county where the dispute occurred or where the defendant lives generally determines jurisdiction.