Emery County District Court Records

The Emery County court docket is managed by the 7th Judicial District Court, headquartered in Castle Dale. The 7th District covers Carbon, Emery, Grand, and San Juan counties. Court records in Emery County include civil filings, criminal cases, family law matters, and probate proceedings. This page covers where and how to search the Emery County court docket, what records are public, and the tools available to access them online or in person.

Emery County Court System Overview

Emery County is served by the 7th Judicial District Court. The court sits in Castle Dale, which is the county seat. The 7th District handles all district-level cases filed in Emery County, including civil cases over $20,000, felony criminal cases, family law matters such as divorce and custody, and probate filings.

Three judges currently serve the 7th District. Hon. Brian D. Bolinder was appointed in November 2023. His background includes work as an associate at the law firm Suitter Axland in Salt Lake City before his appointment to the bench. Hon. George Harmond and Hon. Jeremiah Humes also serve the district and may preside over Emery County cases depending on assignment.

The County Clerk and Auditor office is at the same address. For questions about county-level records not held by the district court, email the clerk at brandat@emery.utah.gov.

The court clerk can answer questions about which records are open and how to submit a request.

Note: The 7th District also serves Carbon, Grand, and San Juan counties. If you are searching for a case and are not sure which county court holds it, call the clerk before making the drive to Castle Dale.

Searching Emery County Court Dockets

The main tool for searching the Emery County court docket online is XChange. This is the Utah Courts' public case search system. It covers all district and justice court cases filed statewide. Searches cost $0.35 each, document downloads are $1.00, and a monthly subscription runs $40.00. These rates took effect in July 2025. XChange gives you direct access to case numbers, party names, hearing dates, and filed documents.

If you prefer not to pay, a free terminal is available at the Castle Dale courthouse. Walk in during regular hours and ask the clerk where the public access terminal is. You can search XChange there at no charge. This option works well if you have only one or two cases to look up. For researchers who search frequently, the monthly subscription is more cost-effective.

Parties named in an active Emery County case can use the MyCase portal for free. MyCase lets you view documents, check upcoming hearing dates, and receive case notifications without paying XChange fees. You will need to create an account and link it to your case number.

Read about Hon. Brian D. Bolinder's background and other notable judicial appointments covered in the University of Utah law school's class notes for fall 2024.

Understanding who presides over your case can help you prepare for hearings in the 7th District.

GRAMA requests are another option. Under Utah Code 63G-2-201, you have the right to inspect most public court records. Submit a written request to the court clerk in Castle Dale. Inspection is free. Copying fees may apply depending on the volume of records requested.

Note: XChange does not include records that have been sealed by court order. If you cannot find a case, it may be sealed, transferred, or older than the online system covers.

Emery County Court Record Types

The 7th District Court in Castle Dale holds several categories of public records. Civil cases include contract disputes, personal injury suits, and other civil matters above the small claims threshold. Criminal records cover felony charges, pleas, verdicts, and sentences. Family law records include divorce filings, custody orders, protective orders, and adoption decrees. Probate records cover estates, guardianships, and conservatorships.

Not all records are fully public. Juvenile court records carry access restrictions under state law. Certain sealed agreements, mental health records, and some adoption files are not available to the general public. The court clerk can clarify which specific records you can access before you submit a formal request.

For older records no longer held by the active court system, the Utah State Archives is the right resource. The archives hold Utah court records going back to the 1850s. The facility is at 346 South Rio Grande Street in Salt Lake City, and the phone number is 801-531-3843. Emery County historical records from courts that have been closed or reorganized may be found there.

Emery County Court Calendar and Hearings

Utah Courts provides a free, public hearing calendar at utcourts.gov/cal. The calendar shows hearings scheduled in the next 30 days. No login is needed. Use Ctrl+F on the calendar page to search for a name or case number. The calendar is updated regularly and is one of the simplest ways to check whether an Emery County hearing is coming up.

The 7th District serves four counties. Some judges rotate between courthouses. Confirm the specific courthouse location on the calendar before traveling to Castle Dale. A hearing assigned to the district may sometimes be held at a different 7th District location, such as Price or Moab.

If you need more detail than the calendar provides, use XChange to pull the full case docket. XChange will show all filed documents, past hearings, and upcoming scheduled events for a given case. The calendar is best for a quick date check. XChange is best for a complete record review.

Note: Court dates can be continued or rescheduled. Always call the clerk to confirm before appearing for a hearing.

Cities in Emery County

Emery County communities include Castle Dale, Ferron, Huntington, Cleveland, Orangeville, and Green River. Court cases from all these cities and towns fall under the 7th District Court in Castle Dale. Residents of any community in Emery County use the same courthouse for district-level filings.

Nearby Counties

Emery County shares borders with several Utah counties, each served by its own district and justice courts.

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