Court records in Cache County, Utah can be found through several channels. CacheCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases in the county. You can also search records through the Utah Courts Xchange portal, visit the court clerk's office in person, or use public access terminals at the courthouse. The Cache County Clerk's Office handles public records requests under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA).
Cache County Court System & Jurisdictions
Cache County falls within Utah's First Judicial District. Court services in the county are divided between the district court and local justice courts, each handling different case types.
First District Court — Logan
The First District Court in Cache County sits at 135 North 100 West in Logan. The Cache County Sheriff's Office Courts Unit provides security and bailiff services at this location. This court handles:
- Criminal cases — felonies and misdemeanors
- Civil cases — lawsuits exceeding the small claims threshold, contract disputes, personal injury
- Family law — divorce, custody, child support, protective orders (the Utah Courts divorce self-help page outlines filing requirements)
- Probate and estate matters — wills, guardianships, conservatorships (historical probate court records are available through the Utah Division of Archives)
- Small claims — disputes up to $11,000
- Juvenile matters — delinquency, dependency, neglect
Justice Courts
Several municipalities in Cache County operate justice courts that handle:
- Class B and C misdemeanors
- Infractions, including traffic violations
- Small claims cases up to $11,000
- County and municipal ordinance violations
Logan, Smithfield, Hyrum, and other Cache County cities each maintain their own justice courts. If you are unsure which court has jurisdiction over a particular case, contact the clerk at the First District Court or search the case on Xchange, which indexes both district and justice court cases.
Cache County Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
Court calendars for Cache County courts are managed through the Utah State Courts website. To find today's, tomorrow's, or this week's hearings:
- Visit the Utah State Courts website at utcourts.gov.
- Navigate to the court calendar or case search section.
- Select the First District Court and filter by the Logan (Cache County) location.
- Choose the date range you need — today, a specific date, or the current week.
Calendar results typically show the case number, party names, hearing type, judge, and courtroom assignment. You can also call the First District Court clerk's office directly to ask about a specific hearing date or confirm whether a case is on the calendar.
For justice court calendars, contact the specific municipal justice court where the case was filed.
How to Get a Copy of a Cache County Court Document
There are three main ways to obtain court documents from Cache County courts:
1. Online through Xchange
The Xchange public case search lets you look up district and justice court case information. You can view case summaries, docket entries, and some documents online. Note that Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.02 made certain civil case records private as of April 1, 2012, so not all documents may be visible.
2. In Person at the Clerk's Office
Visit the First District Court clerk's office in Logan during business hours. Bring the case number or the names of the parties involved. You can:
- View case files at a public access terminal
- Request plain (uncertified) copies of documents
- Request certified copies for official use (e.g., proof of divorce, judgment copies)
3. By Mail
Send a written request to the court clerk specifying the case number, document title, and whether you need certified or uncertified copies. Include a check or money order for the applicable fees.
What you'll need to provide:
- Full case number (if known)
- Names of parties involved
- Type of document requested
- Whether you need a certified or uncertified copy
- Payment for fees
Restricted records: Sealed cases, juvenile records, adoption records, and certain protective order files are not available to the general public. Some civil records filed after April 2012 may also be classified as private. Ask the clerk whether the specific record you need is accessible.
For historical civil and probate case files from Cache County, the Utah Division of Archives maintains digitized records that can be searched online.
Cache County Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court record services in Utah are set by the Utah Judicial Council. The following schedule reflects standard fees that apply at the First District Court in Cache County. Contact the clerk's office to confirm current amounts, as fees may be updated periodically.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Xchange online case search (per search session) | $0 for basic search; subscription plans available for frequent users |
| Copy of court document (per page, uncertified) | $0.25 |
| Certified copy of court document | $4.00 per document plus $0.25 per page |
| Court record search by clerk (per name/case) | $15.00 |
| Audio recording of court proceeding (per disc/file) | $10.00 |
| Postage and handling (mail requests) | Actual cost |
Payment methods: The clerk's office generally accepts cash, checks, and money orders. Credit and debit card acceptance may vary — call ahead to confirm. For mail requests, include a check or money order payable to the First District Court.
Fee source: Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.08 governs court record fees. The Judicial Council publishes an updated fee schedule on the Utah State Courts website.
If you cannot afford the fees, you may ask the court about a fee waiver. Utah courts allow fee waivers for individuals who demonstrate financial hardship, though the waiver applies to court filing and service fees and may not cover all copy requests.