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How to Find Public Records in Sanpete County in 2026

SanpeteRecords.us provides access to publicly available information related to public records maintained by government agencies in Sanpete County, Utah. Members of the public seeking official documentation may find records spanning property transactions, court proceedings, vital statistics, land use, and government meeting minutes. The availability and completeness of any particular record depends on the maintaining agency, the age of the document, and applicable state law exemptions.

Records in Sanpete County may be searched through official court resources, county clerk and recorder offices, public access terminals located at county facilities, and a growing number of online tools maintained by state and local agencies.

Online Access:

The Sanpete County Recorder's land document portal allows members of the public to search indexed property data at no charge using the Public Web Limited Viewer; first-time users must create a username and password to access the system.
Court case information is searchable statewide through Xchange, the Utah Courts public case search tool.
Parcel and property boundary data for Sanpete County is available through Utah State Parcels, maintained by the Utah Geospatial Resource Center (UGRC).
Historical government records created by local entities in Sanpete County are accessible through the Utah State Archives digital collection.

In-Person Requests: Members of the public may inspect records in person at the Sanpete County Clerk's Office or the Recorder's Office, both located at the Sanpete County Courthouse, 160 N Main Street, Manti, UT 84642. Visitors should present a valid photo identification and specify the record type and date range sought. Staff will direct requestors to the appropriate department or public access terminal.

Written/Mail Requests: Written requests should be addressed to the relevant office at 160 N Main Street, Manti, UT 84642. The request must identify the record with sufficient specificity to allow staff to locate it. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-204, a governmental entity must respond to a records request no later than ten business days after receiving it.

Phone/Email:

Sanpete County Clerk: (435) 835-2101
Sanpete County Recorder: (435) 835-2101 (main county line)

What Are Public Records in Sanpete County?

Public records in Sanpete County are defined under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), codified at Utah Code § 63G-2-103, as any document, letter, book, map, photograph, film, recording, or other material, regardless of physical form, that is prepared, owned, received, or retained by a governmental entity in the conduct of public business. The following categories of records are maintained by county offices:

Court records (civil, criminal, probate, and family law matters) — maintained by the Sixth District Court and searchable via the Utah Courts Xchange system
Property records (deeds, mortgages, liens, and easements) — maintained by the Sanpete County Recorder
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, and divorce certificates) — marriage records dating to 1880 are available through the Sanpete County Clerk; statewide vital records are ordered through the Utah Office of Vital Records
Business licenses and permits — maintained by the County Clerk
Tax and assessment records — maintained by the Sanpete County Assessor
Voting and election records — maintained by the County Clerk
Meeting minutes, agendas, and recordings — published on the Utah Public Notice Website and accessible through the County Clerk's office
Budget and financial documents — available through the County Auditor
Law enforcement records (arrest logs and incident reports, where permitted) — maintained by the Sanpete County Sheriff's Office
Land use and zoning records — maintained by the County Planning Department
Water rights records — searchable through the Utah Division of Water Rights database

Is Sanpete County an Open Records County?

Sanpete County follows Utah's statewide open records framework and does not operate under a separate county-level open records ordinance. Under the Utah Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), all records created or held by a governmental entity are presumed to be public unless a specific statutory exemption applies. As stated in the Act, "a person has the right to inspect a public record free of charge, and the right to take a copy of a public record during normal working hours."

The Utah State Archives notes that "records in this collection were created by various local government entities in Sanpete County and document the history of the county," reflecting the breadth of documentation subject to public access under state law. Sanpete County offices are required to comply with GRAMA's access, response, and appeal provisions. Members of the public who are denied access to a record may appeal first to the county's chief administrative officer and subsequently to the State Records Committee pursuant to Utah Code § 63G-2-401.

How Much Does It Cost to Get Public Records in Sanpete County?

The Sanpete County Recorder follows fees established by the Utah Legislature under UCA § 17-21-18. Standard fees applicable to public records requests in Sanpete County are as follows:

Record Type	Standard Fee
Paper copies (per page)	$0.10–$0.25 per page
Certified document copies	$1.00–$5.00 per document
Recording a document (first page)	$10.00
Recording (each additional page)	$2.00
Electronic record copies	Actual cost of duplication
Search fee (staff time, if applicable)	Based on hourly rate for extensive requests

Accepted payment methods at county offices include cash, check, and money order. Some offices may accept credit or debit cards; members of the public should confirm accepted payment methods with the specific office prior to visiting. Fees for inspection of records at a public counter are not charged under GRAMA, as the right to inspect is provided at no cost. Fee waivers may be available for indigent requestors or for requests determined to be in the public interest, subject to the discretion of the records officer.

Does Sanpete County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available at Sanpete County offices during normal business hours, consistent with GRAMA's requirement that inspection be provided at no charge. Members of the public may review records in person without incurring a fee; charges apply only when copies or certified documents are requested.

The following resources provide free online access to Sanpete County records:

The Sanpete County Recorder's Eagle Software portal provides free indexed property and document searches through the Public Web Limited Viewer.
The Utah State Archives digital collection for Sanpete County offers free access to digitized historical government records.
Utah State Parcels provides free parcel mapping and property boundary data statewide.
The Utah Courts Xchange system allows free public case searches, though some civil records have been designated private under Utah Code of Judicial Administration Rule 4-202.02.
Marriage records dating to 1880 are searchable at no charge through the Sanpete County Clerk's office portal.

Who Can Request Public Records in Sanpete County?

Any person may request access to public records maintained by Sanpete County government offices. Under GRAMA, there is no residency requirement, and requestors are not required to state the purpose of their request for records classified as public. Identification is not required for inspection of public records at a public counter, though it may be requested for records that require verification of the requestor's identity, such as restricted vital records.

Certain record categories carry access restrictions based on the requestor's relationship to the subject of the record. For example, birth certificates less than 100 years old and death certificates less than 50 years old are restricted to qualified applicants, including the subject, immediate family members, or authorized legal representatives, as governed by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services through the vital records ordering process. Driving records maintained by the Utah Driver License Division are similarly restricted; an individual may obtain their own motor vehicle driving record directly, while third-party access is subject to the federal Driver's Privacy Protection Act. Non-residents retain the same rights as Utah residents with respect to public records access under GRAMA.

What Records Are Confidential in Sanpete County?

GRAMA identifies specific categories of records that are classified as private, protected, or controlled, and therefore not subject to public disclosure. The following records are exempt from public access under Utah state law:

Sealed court records and records expunged by court order
Juvenile court records, which are restricted under Utah Code Title 78A
Records related to ongoing criminal investigations, where disclosure would compromise law enforcement operations
Personal identifying information, including Social Security numbers, financial account data, and home addresses of private individuals where disclosure would constitute an unwarranted invasion of privacy
Medical and health records, protected under both GRAMA and the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
Adoption records, which are sealed by statute
Child welfare and protective services records
Personnel records of government employees, except for information relating to job title, compensation, and general duties
Trade secrets and proprietary business information submitted to government agencies
Security plans and critical infrastructure details

As stated in GRAMA, a governmental entity "may withhold a record that is not otherwise classified if the public interest favoring access is outweighed by the interest favoring restriction." Requestors who believe a record has been improperly withheld may initiate an appeal through the county's designated records appeals officer.

Sanpete County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Office Name: Sanpete County Recorder

Physical Address: 160 N Main Street Manti, UT 84642

Phone: (435) 835-2101 Website: Sanpete County Recorder

Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Closed on state and federal holidays

Additional Offices:

Sanpete County Clerk
160 N Main Street
Manti, UT 84642
(435) 835-2101
Sanpete County Clerk

The County Clerk maintains marriage records, election records, commission meeting minutes, agendas, and recordings. Marriage records are available from 1880 through the present.

Utah State Archives
346 S Rio Grande Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
(801) 531-3848
Utah State Archives – Sanpete County Records

The Utah State Archives holds digitized historical records created by Sanpete County government entities and makes them available to the public at no charge through its online research portal.

Sixth District Court (Sanpete County)
160 N Main Street
Manti, UT 84642
(435) 835-2101

Court records for civil, criminal, probate, and family law matters filed in Sanpete County are maintained at this location and are searchable through the statewide Utah Courts public case search platform.