Washington City Court Docket Records
Washington City is a growing community in Washington County in southern Utah, located just east of St. George. It operates its own justice court at 111 North 100 East, which serves residents on traffic citations, misdemeanors, and small claims matters. Washington City falls within the Fifth Judicial District. Court docket records here are part of the statewide Utah court system, which means they can be searched online or in person. This page explains the courts, case types, and the tools available for searching public records in Washington City.
Washington City Quick Facts
Washington City Justice Court Case Records
The Washington City Justice Court is located at 111 North 100 East and handles class B and C misdemeanors, traffic violations, infractions, and small claims matters involving parties within city limits. Cases in this court reflect the day-to-day legal activity of the community, from minor traffic stops to civil disputes between neighbors. Each case gets a docket entry when filed, and the docket tracks every hearing date, motion, and final outcome.
Washington City has grown rapidly over the past two decades as part of the greater St. George metro area. That growth means more cases are filed each year at the local justice court. The docket reflects this steady volume, covering a wide range of matter types. Most filings are public record under Utah law. Anyone can look up a case by name or number, though a small fee now applies for online searches through the state portal as of July 1, 2025.
Cases involving felony charges or class A misdemeanors are transferred from Washington City Justice Court to the Fifth District Court, which serves Washington County. That court handles the more serious matters and maintains its own separate docket. If you are looking for district-level records tied to Washington City, the Fifth District Court records are searchable through the same statewide systems used for justice court records.
| Court | Washington City Justice Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 111 North 100 East, Washington, UT 84780 |
| Phone | (435) 656-6318 |
| Hours | Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Washington City Police Department is located at 35 East Telegraph Street and can be reached at (435) 656-6318. Officers who issue citations or make arrests within city limits refer cases to the justice court or district court depending on the severity of the charge.
For people new to the court process in Washington City, the Utah Courts self-help center is an excellent starting point. It explains court procedures, how to respond to a citation, and what to expect at different types of hearings, all without legal jargon.
The Utah Courts self-help center covers procedures for justice courts statewide, including Washington City, with plain-language guides for common court situations.
Search Washington City Court Docket Records
Utah's main online portal for court record searches is Utah Court XChange. This system includes Washington City Justice Court records alongside Fifth District Court filings and all other Utah courts in a single searchable interface. As of July 1, 2025, access costs $0.35 per search. Monthly plans are available at $40 for 500 searches, and a $10 guest session option covers limited single-session use. These fees apply to all public users, not just attorneys or legal professionals.
XChange searches return case type, party names, filing date, case status, and a full list of hearing dates. For people researching a court matter in Washington City, this is the most thorough option available online. You can search by a person's name or a specific case number. Cases that were transferred from the justice court to the Fifth District Court are also in the system, though they carry a different case number at the district level.
The free option is the Utah Courts public calendar. It shows hearing schedules at each court location and requires no account or payment. This is the quickest way to check whether a court date is coming up at Washington City Justice Court or at the Fifth District Court in St. George. Filtering by court location makes it easy to see only the hearings relevant to Washington City.
Parties to active cases in Washington City can use MyCase to access their own case filings and documents at no cost. MyCase is designed for defendants, plaintiffs, and attorneys of record. It provides document-level access that the public calendar does not offer, making it the preferred tool for people actively involved in litigation rather than just looking up information from the outside.
Note: Washington City and Washington County share similar names, which can cause confusion when searching records. Always confirm whether you are looking at a justice court case from Washington City or a county-level filing from the Washington County Fifth District Court before drawing conclusions from your search results.
MyCase gives parties to Washington City court cases direct access to filings and hearing notices without requiring per-search fees through the public portal.
Washington City Court Records and GRAMA Requests
Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act defines what public records are available from the Washington City Justice Court and how to obtain them. The full text of GRAMA is published by the Utah Legislature and is worth reviewing if you plan to make a formal records request. Court records are also governed by the Utah Rules of Civil Procedure, which provide additional framework for what is public and what is restricted.
Standard public records at Washington City Justice Court include case complaints, motions, court orders, and judgments. Records that are typically restricted include juvenile court files, sealed cases, and filings where a judge has entered a protective order to hide a party's address. Most criminal and civil case records at the justice court level are open, and the court clerk can confirm the status of any specific file before you request it.
To request records not accessible through XChange, you can visit the court in person during business hours or submit a written GRAMA request. Written requests trigger a formal response timeline of five business days in most situations. Copy fees are set by state rule. For historical records from Washington County courts that predate the current digital systems, the Utah State Archives maintains older case files for research purposes.
Washington City Court Hearing Calendar
Washington City Justice Court schedules hearings during regular business hours, Monday through Friday. The Utah Courts public calendar shows all upcoming hearings at the court, including traffic matter dates, small claims sessions, and misdemeanor hearings. You can filter the calendar by court location to view only Washington City hearings, which is useful when checking a specific date or range of dates without wading through unrelated courts.
If a Washington City case was elevated to the Fifth District Court in St. George, that court's hearing schedule is also visible through the public calendar. Cases that move between court levels often have significant gaps between the justice court hearing and the first district court appearance. Checking both calendars helps you stay on top of a case regardless of which court is currently handling it.
For warrant status in Washington City, the Utah statewide warrant search covers active warrants from courts across the state. This tool is free and does not require an account. It is commonly used to check whether an old case resulted in a warrant that was never resolved.
Washington County Court Docket Records
Washington City is in Washington County. District court cases including felonies and major civil matters are handled at the Fifth District Court, which serves all of Washington County. St. George is the county seat and the primary location for district court proceedings. Washington City residents with felony matters or major civil suits will appear at the Fifth District Court rather than the local justice court.
Washington County has seen some of the fastest population growth in Utah over the past decade, and the Fifth District Court reflects that growth in its filing volume. Searching the county-level docket through XChange covers all of Washington County including Washington City, St. George, Cedar City, and other cities in the district.
Nearby Utah Cities
Residents of nearby Utah cities use the same statewide court docket systems to look up case records.