Utah Jail Inmate Search & Inmate Lookup 2026

Utah County, Utah · Booking, custody and family action guide

Utah County Inmate Lookup: Search Bookings, Decode Status and Take the Next Step

Utah County’s inmate system works differently from many jail rosters. Booking information is not published immediately, searches can include past bookings, and short status codes determine whether the person is in jail, released, on electronic monitoring or transferred elsewhere.

This guide brings the useful Sheriff’s Office rules into one page: how to run the search, why a new arrest may not appear for 24 hours, how to read every code, what to do after a match, how money and mail work, when inmates can call, how release is processed, and which Utah County office handles each problem.

Important 24-hour delay: Utah County states that booking information becomes publicly available 24 hours after booking. A person arrested today may be in custody even when the online search returns no result.
Search coverage

Name, arrest date and current tracked-inmate list.

Public posting delay

Booking information appears after 24 hours.

Jail information

801-851-4200

County Jail

801-851-4302

Location

3075 N. Main, Spanish Fork, UT 84660.

Choose the correct search

Three ways to locate a Utah County inmate

1
Search by name

Use as much of the name as possible. The county example uses a surname followed by the first initial, such as “ADAMS, B.”

2
Search by arrest date

Use this when the name is common or the spelling is uncertain but you know the approximate date of arrest.

3
Open current inmates

Use the current-tracked list when you want to browse people presently tracked by the Sheriff’s Office.

Best first attempt: Search the last name and first initial. If no result appears and the arrest happened within the previous 24 hours, call booking instead of assuming the person was released.

Choose the problem you need to solve

Jump directly to the task instead of reading the entire page.

Official search workflow

How to complete a Utah County Jail inmate search

Check when the arrest occurred If fewer than 24 hours have passed, understand that the Sheriff’s public page may not yet display the booking.
Open the Utah County Arrested Person Search Use the county’s live search rather than a copied mugshot or commercial people-search page.
Enter the surname and initial Start with the legal last name and first initial. Add more of the first name when the search returns too many matches.
Try the arrest-date search This is useful when the name is misspelled, hyphenated, changed or shared by several people.
Open the individual booking The detail page can show arrest date, booking date, booking number, release date when applicable, arresting agency and status.
Save the booking number The booking number is needed for mail and makes phone, deposit and property questions much easier.
Read the status code before acting A person can appear in the database without being physically housed in the jail. For example, C means a commitment is on file but the person is not in custody.
Call when the result conflicts with what you know Use 801-851-4200 for charges, bail, court date, release date, visitation and general jail information.

How long Utah County booking information remains online

Utah County inmate-search retention and visibility
Information Published availability What it means for your search
New booking Available 24 hours after booking. A same-day arrest may not be visible yet.
Name search Searches inmates, past and present, during the past two years. A result does not automatically prove current custody.
Booking photo Displayed for approximately 30 days after arrest. The photo may disappear while booking data remains.
Remaining booking details Remain for approximately one year after booking. An older released person can still appear in search results.
Current-inmate list Lists inmates presently tracked by the Sheriff’s Office. Use this to distinguish current tracking from historical booking results.
Reputation and identity warning: A search result can remain visible after release, and a booking record is not a conviction record. Always read the status and release fields.
Result decoder

Utah County inmate status codes explained

AActive in custody
CCommitment on file; not in custody
DParticipating in work diversion
EActive GPS or electronic monitoring
LParticipating in 24/7 alcohol monitoring
OReleased
RRefused because of a medical condition
YTaken to another facility
ZWalked away from jail
What to do after reading the status
Status Likely situation Next action
A — Active The person is presently in custody. Save the booking number, confirm housing and choose bond, visitation, money or mail steps.
C — Commitment A commitment exists, but the person is not currently housed in jail. Do not travel for visitation; call records or the responsible court.
D, E or L The person is participating in a supervised alternative program. Contact the listed Utah County diversion, GPS or 24/7 program rather than the visiting lobby.
O — Released County custody has ended for that booking. Use the release type and court record to understand how release occurred.
R — Refused The jail refused acceptance because of a medical condition. Ask the arresting agency where the person was taken.
Y — Other facility The person has been transferred elsewhere. Call with the booking number and ask which receiving agency has custody.
Z — Walkaway The person left custody or a program without authorization. Do not approach the person based on the listing; contact law enforcement with safety concerns.

Charge-type codes

CGNew charge
SUSummons
CMCommitment
WAWarrant
NCINCIC hit
WBWBench warrant
NHNot holding
WIAWarrant in aid of commitment

Release-type codes

Common Utah County release abbreviations
Code Meaning Practical interpretation
APPReleased by Adult Probation and ParoleAP&P controlled the release decision.
OTHReleased to another agencyThe person may still be in government custody elsewhere.
BCash bail postedA cash-bail requirement was satisfied.
PBProperty bondProperty was used to secure release.
BNBail bond postedA surety bond was used.
PTAPromise to appearRelease was conditioned on appearing in court.
CDCharge droppedThat listed charge no longer required detention.
ROJReleased on own recognizance by judgeA judge authorized release without ordinary bail payment.
FFineRelease was associated with payment or resolution of a fine.
ROPReleased OR on pointsThe county’s points-based release process applied.
INSImmigration pickupImmigration authorities received custody.
SUMSummons onlyThe matter proceeded by summons rather than continued detention.
NCNon-compliant with work diversionThe person did not comply with diversion requirements.
TTime servedThe custody requirement was satisfied by time already served.
USHUtah State HospitalThe person was transferred to the state hospital.
USPUtah State PrisonState corrections received the person.
Troubleshooting

No Utah County inmate record found? Use this decision path

The arrest happened today Wait for the county’s 24-hour public-posting period or call booking at 801-851-4210.
The name may be entered differently Try surname plus initial, legal name, maiden name, hyphenated version or alternate spelling.
The person was arrested outside Utah County Search the county where the arresting agency booked the person, not where the person lives.
The jail medically refused the person Status R means the arresting agency may have taken the person to a medical facility or another detention site.
The person was transferred Status Y, OTH, INS, USH or USP can indicate custody moved elsewhere.
The record is historical A past booking may appear even after release. Check the status and release date rather than the name alone.
Useful booking-call script “I am trying to confirm whether [full legal name], date of birth [date], was booked into Utah County after an arrest on [date]. The booking is not yet visible online. Can you confirm whether the person is in booking, was medically refused, released or transferred?”
Payment scam check: Never pay someone who calls or messages claiming they can secretly remove a jail hold. Confirm bail, release and court information using the official jail and court numbers.

What happens after a person is booked into Utah County Jail?

Agency delivery and acceptance A law-enforcement agency brings the arrested person to the Booking Bureau. The jail maintains charges, warrants, commitments, holds and detainee records.
Identification and booking record Staff process the person, create a booking number and record the arresting agency, charges and legal authority for detention.
Medical information The person can identify medications, doctors and pharmacies. Medical staff verify the information and the jail physician decides which medication is appropriate while incarcerated.
Classification Initial classification generally occurs within three to five days and considers current charges, convictions, escape history, institutional behavior, felony history, substance use, age and employment stability.
Housing and privileges Classification affects housing, day-room access, programs, visitation and commissary.
Court, bail, commitment or program The person may remain in custody, post bail, receive a court release order, begin work diversion, GPS monitoring or another authorized alternative.
Booking lockdown periods: The Booking Bureau states that releases, commitments and fingerprints are not processed during lockdown from 5:15–6 a.m. and 5:15–6 p.m. Commitments are not accepted between 8 p.m. and 6 a.m.
Booking volume

The bureau reports booking and releasing more than 28,000 prisoners per year.

Daily case work

Approximately 200 or more cases may be handled on a typical day.

Operating schedule

The Booking Bureau operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, subject to its processing restrictions.

Bail and release

How a person is released from Utah County Jail

Paying bail or fine

Release may occur after the required bail or fine is paid and the jail receives valid paperwork.

Bail bond

A licensed bail-bond company may post a bond. Utah County does not recommend or select a particular bondsman.

Court release order

A judge or court can issue an order authorizing release.

Published processing time: Utah County states that release may take two to eight hours after Records Clerks receive the paperwork. This is not a guaranteed pickup time.
Confirm every active charge and hold One bond does not necessarily resolve every warrant, commitment or outside-agency hold.
Check the release type in the lookup Codes such as B, BN, ROJ, PTA, OTH, INS or USP explain whether the person posted bail, received judicial release or transferred.
Ask whether paperwork has reached records The two-to-eight-hour estimate begins after valid paperwork is received, not necessarily when money is paid or court ends.
Account for lockdown periods Release processing stops during the Booking Bureau’s morning and evening lockdown windows.
Confirm physical release before pickup Call 801-851-4200 instead of relying on a pending or expected release.
Pickup tip: Keep transportation flexible and do not ask the released person to wait without access to a phone. Processing time can vary widely.

Utah County Jail address, department phone numbers and map

Utah County Jail / County Security Center
3075 North Main
Spanish Fork, UT 84660

Jail: 801-851-4302

Fax: 801-851-4219

Main Sheriff’s Office

801-851-4000

Fax: 801-851-4009

Booking Bureau

Booking: 801-851-4210

Records: 801-851-4117

Property: 801-851-4218

Judicial Support Bureau
Utah County Health and Justice Building
151 South University Avenue, Suite 3110
Provo, UT 84601

801-851-4040

Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m., excluding holidays.

Call the office that handles your question
Question Office Phone
Is the person booked, released or transferred?Interactive jail information801-851-4200
Has a new booking been accepted?Booking Bureau801-851-4210
What records or booking paperwork exist?Jail Records801-851-4117
How do I obtain released property?Property801-851-4218
What are the current visit procedures?Visitation801-851-4301
Is the person in GPS or jail industries?GPS / Jail Industries801-851-4276
Is a court transport scheduled?Transportation801-851-4231
Visitation planning

How to prepare for a Utah County Jail visit

Utah County directs visitors to confirm current procedures through the jail’s visitation information. Classification affects whether and how an inmate can visit, so a booking match alone does not guarantee immediate visit eligibility.

Wait until the person appears as active in custody
Save the inmate’s booking number
Call visitation at 801-851-4301 before traveling
Confirm the inmate has completed classification
Ask whether the visit is in person or video
Confirm accepted visitor identification
Ask whether minors require a parent or guardian
Check arrival time, dress code and prohibited property
Classification timing matters: Utah County says initial classification normally occurs within three to five days. Classification controls housing, day-room access, programs, commissary and visitation.
Visitation call script “I am calling about [inmate name], booking number [number]. The search shows status A. Has the inmate completed classification, and what visit type, schedule, ID requirement and arrival procedure currently apply?”
Do not rely on an old schedule: Housing assignments and facility operations can change. Confirm on the day of the visit.
Inmate account and commissary

Five ways to deposit money for a Utah County Jail inmate

Utah County inmate-account deposit options
Method What is accepted How to avoid an error
JailATM online Online payment through the county-designated service. Confirm the correct person and booking number before submitting.
Telephone Call 1-866-394-0490, available 24 hours. Keep the inmate’s name and booking details ready.
Lobby kiosk Cash, debit card, MasterCard or Visa. Use kiosks located near visiting and booking at the jail.
Booking window Cash, cashier’s check or money order. Ask staff to confirm the inmate account before handing over payment.
Mail Cashier’s check or money order. Write the inmate’s name clearly and use the jail address. Do not mail cash or a personal check.

Mailing a cashier’s check or money order

Utah County Jail
Inmate’s full name
3075 North Main
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Personal checks are returned: Utah County does not credit personal checks to the inmate account. Certified checks and money orders require the inmate’s endorsement.

Ordering commissary

JailATM allows an outside user to purchase approved hygiene products, stationery or a phone card for an active inmate. Knowing the booking number helps, although the service includes a search function.

Debt restriction: If an inmate owes money to the jail, funds can be deposited toward the debt, but commissary cannot be ordered until the debt has been paid.
Letters and publications

Utah County Jail mail address and rejection checklist

Correct inmate-mail format
Inmate’s first and last name
Inmate’s booking number
Utah County Jail
3075 North Main
Spanish Fork, UT 84660
Sender information

Put the sender’s full name and complete address in the top-left corner on the front of the envelope.

How mail is handled

  • Mail is picked up and delivered Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.
  • All ordinary incoming and outgoing mail must pass through the U.S. Postal Service.
  • Personal mail is screened, so senders and inmates should not assume privacy.
  • Properly marked attorney, court and public-official mail is treated as privileged.
  • Privileged mail is opened and inspected for contraband in the inmate’s presence.
  • Mail received after release is returned to the sender when a return address is available.

Items that can cause rejection

Publications

No newspapers, magazines, pamphlets, calendars, hardback books or explicit publications.

Photos and cards

No Polaroids, photographs larger than 9 × 11, laminated items or cards with attachments or mechanical parts.

Adhesives and substances

No stickers, glue, tape, perfume, lipstick, water spots, bodily fluids, glitter, paint or whiteout.

Writing supplies

No envelopes, pens or pencils. Inmates purchase writing supplies and stamps through commissary.

Money and property

No cash, personal checks, food, candy, phone cards, fabric, ribbon, plastic, metal or staples.

Restricted content

No coded messages, criminal plans, escape information, nudity, sexually explicit content, gang material or drug-related items.

Inmate-to-inmate mail: Communication between inmates requires proper jail-administration approval.

Utah County inmate calls, phone rate and blocking instructions

Available hours

Housing-area phones are generally available from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., depending on classification.

Call duration

Calls are usually limited to 20 minutes.

Published rate

Voice calls are listed at $0.12 per minute plus applicable taxes, tariffs, fees and surcharges.

Important phone rules

  • You cannot call directly into the housing unit to speak with an inmate.
  • Jail staff do not accept routine personal messages.
  • Staff may verify a genuine emergency before deciding whether to deliver an emergency message.
  • Third-party billing or call transfer attempts can cause termination of the call.
  • International rates vary by country.
Set up cell-phone collect calls

Call 1-877-578-3658 to establish an account that can accept collect calls.

Block unwanted calls

Call 1-877-578-3658 to request blocking, or decline the incoming call.

Accessibility services

TTY

TTY machines are available for people with hearing impairments.

Video relay

Video relay supports communication through an interpreter or direct ASL/LSE video communication.

IP Relay

IP Relay supports text communication through an internet-enabled interpreter service.

Property release and medical items accepted at Utah County Jail

Property release

Family or friends may obtain the property the inmate possessed at booking, except clothing and money. Call Property at 801-851-4218 before traveling to confirm authorization, identification and pickup procedure.

Do not expect selected items: The county orientation describes release of the inmate’s booked property as a complete property release rather than ordinary access to individual belongings.

Items the jail may accept

Prescription eyeglasses
Contact lenses
Unopened contact-lens solution
Specific items ordered by jail physicians
Call before bringing anything: An item that is medically useful may still require advance approval and delivery through the correct desk.
Medical and medication concerns

What families can do when an inmate needs medication

Prepare accurate medication details Write down the medication name, dosage, prescribing doctor, pharmacy, medical condition and last dose.
Give the jail information it can verify Medical staff verify medication through the doctor and pharmacy information provided during intake.
Understand the physician’s role The jail physician determines which medications are appropriate and necessary during incarceration.
Ask the inmate to submit a medical request Utah County says inmates have opportunities to ask to speak with medical staff or the doctor about medication concerns.
Provide information without expecting disclosure Medical staff can receive helpful facts from family but cannot discuss private medical care, medications or treatment plans without authorization.
Medical-information script “I understand you cannot disclose private information. I need to provide medication information for [inmate name and booking number]. The medication is [name and dosage], prescribed by [doctor], and filled at [pharmacy and phone].”
Emergency concern: For an immediate life-threatening situation outside the facility, call emergency services. For a jail medical concern, provide precise information and ask the inmate to alert housing and medical staff.

Classification, good time, inmate programs and work opportunities

Utah County programs and custody factors
Topic Official detail Why it matters
Initial classification Usually completed within three to five days. Determines housing, programs, visiting and commissary.
Good time without participation Usually five days per month. Behavior alone may earn less credit than active participation.
Good time with work or programs Usually up to ten days per month. Participation can affect release calculations for eligible sentenced inmates.
Available classes Adult basic education, addiction support, personal health, life skills and religious classes. Inmates request information through housing staff or the Programs Unit.
Inmate work Kitchen, jail industries and cleaning assignments may be available. Eligibility depends on classification, medical clearance, charges and jail need.
Food Meals are dietician-designed and total approximately 2,900 calories daily. Religious and medical diets are the primary published exceptions to standard meals.
Good-time estimate is not a guaranteed release date: Court orders, jail calculations, disciplinary decisions and legal eligibility control the actual date.

Utah County GPS, work diversion and alternatives to incarceration

GPS diversion

Participants wear an ankle monitor, live at home, report to the jail weekly and attend a required weekly class.

Published class choices are Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. or Thursday at 5 p.m. or 6:30 p.m.

Work diversion

Participants work scheduled days on supervised crews serving jail property, government agencies and nonprofit organizations.

Weekly participation fees apply.

Do not assume eligibility: A person must be approved for the relevant program. A search code of D or E indicates participation but does not explain every condition.
GPS and Jail Industries

801-851-4276 or 801-851-4277

Inmate requests and complaints

How Utah County inmates request help or file a grievance

Ordinary inmate request

Questions about jail services, notary help, release dates and general facility matters can be submitted on an Inmate Request Form obtained from a Housing Unit Officer.

Use the correct form: Medical, mental-health, grievance, grievance-appeal and disciplinary-appeal matters use their own forms rather than the ordinary request form.

Grievance timeline

File within seven days The grievance must be submitted within seven days of the incident.
Use one topic per form Separate unrelated complaints rather than combining them.
Describe facts respectfully Disrespectful language may cause disciplinary action or return of the grievance without an answer.
Expect a response Utah County says inmates normally receive an answer within ten days.
Appeal within seven days An appeal must be filed on the proper form within seven days after the inmate receives the grievance decision.

Matters excluded from the grievance procedure

  • Actions controlled by outside agencies, courts or enacted laws.
  • Disciplinary actions.
  • Housing assignments.
  • Complaints submitted on behalf of another person.
  • Non-custodial matters.
  • Jail-personnel issues under the published inmate grievance procedure.
Court and records

How to use the court code shown in a Utah County booking

The booking result can display a short court code. Use it to identify the city or court system handling the charge before calling the wrong clerk.

Common Utah County court codes
Code Court Location clue
DSTProvo District CourtState district-court felony and other district matters.
PJ3Provo Justice CourtProvo-area justice-court matter.
JPCUtah County Justice CourtCounty justice-court matter.
AFDSTAmerican Fork District CourtNorthern Utah County district matter.
AMCAmerican Fork Municipal CourtAmerican Fork municipal matter.
OMCOrem Municipal CourtOrem municipal matter.
SMCSpanish Fork Municipal CourtSpanish Fork municipal matter.
LH3Lehi Justice CourtLehi justice-court matter.
SSJCSaratoga Springs Justice CourtSaratoga Springs matter.
JVO / JVPJuvenile Court — Orem or ProvoJuvenile-court information may have additional privacy limits.
OTHCourt outside Utah CountyContact the outside jurisdiction shown in the booking or warrant.
Copy the complete case and court information Do not rely on the abbreviated code alone if the detail page displays a case number.
Separate jail and court questions Ask the jail about custody, housing and release processing. Ask the clerk about hearing dates, filings and court orders.
Confirm close to the hearing Court dates and rooms can change. Recheck before traveling.
Use Judicial Support when appropriate Utah County’s Judicial Support Bureau operates from the Health and Justice Building in Provo, Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Utah County Judicial Support Bureau

801-851-4040

151 South University Avenue, Suite 3110
Provo, UT 84601

DNA collection, religious accommodations and foreign nationals

DNA collection

Utah County states that required DNA is normally collected through saliva and fingerprints. A medical blood draw may be used when legally authorized and force is required.

Published fee: $150.

Religious services and diets

Inmates may request approved religious representatives, practices or special diets through an Inmate Request Form.

Consular notification

Foreign nationals may request consular notification. Some countries require automatic notification under international treaty obligations.

Religious accommodation review: Jail administration may consider sincerity of belief, chaplain recommendations, security and operational impact.

Utah victim notification and custody-change monitoring

Utah County links families and victims to VINE for available custody notifications. Automated alerts can help track release or transfer activity, but they should not replace an immediate safety plan.

Immediate danger: Call 911. Do not wait for a website update or automated notification when there is a current threat.

Practical Utah County tips that prevent common mistakes

24h
Respect the posting delay

A same-day no-result search does not prove the person is not in jail.

A
Read the status code

A historical name result can look current until you notice O for released or C for not in custody.

#
Save the booking number

It is required for mail and improves every phone, deposit and property request.

5:15
Plan around lockdown

Release processing stops during the published morning and evening lockdown periods.

2–8
Do not promise a pickup time

Release paperwork alone may take two to eight hours after records receives it.

R
Check medical refusal

Status R can mean the arresting agency took the person somewhere other than the jail.

Put the booking number on mail

A correct address without the booking number can still delay or prevent delivery.

$
Do not send personal checks

Use the county’s published deposit methods.

Use the correct office

Booking, visitation, records, property and judicial support have different phone numbers.

Final-action links and official services

The necessary rules are explained above. These links are reserved for actions that cannot be completed inside this article.

Information reviewed: Utah County Sheriff’s inmate-search instructions, status and release-code definitions, Booking Bureau procedures, orientation guide, deposit FAQ and Corrections Division contacts. Source review date: July 16, 2026.

Utah County Jail inmate search FAQs

How do I search for an inmate in Utah County Jail?

Use the official Utah County Arrested Person Search. Search by name or arrest date, or open the list of all currently tracked inmates.

Why does a recent arrest not appear online?

Utah County states that booking information becomes available 24 hours after booking.

How far back does the inmate name search go?

The name search covers inmates, past and present, during the previous two years. Individual booking details generally remain visible for one year.

What does status A mean?

A means active in custody.

What does status C mean?

C means a commitment is on file, but the person is not currently in custody.

How long does release take?

Utah County says release paperwork commonly takes two to eight hours after Records Clerks receive it. Lockdown periods and holds can add time.

How can I send money?

Use JailATM, call 1-866-394-0490, use a jail lobby kiosk, pay at the booking window, or mail a cashier’s check or money order.

What is the inmate mailing address?

Use the inmate’s full name, booking number, Utah County Jail, 3075 North Main, Spanish Fork, UT 84660.

When can inmates make calls?

Phones are generally available from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., depending on classification. Calls are usually limited to 20 minutes.

Can jail staff give me medical information?

No. Staff may receive useful information from family, but privacy rules prevent disclosure of the inmate’s medical condition, medications or treatment plan.

How does an inmate file a grievance?

The inmate submits a grievance form within seven days of the incident. A response is normally provided within ten days, and an appeal is due within seven days of the response.

Where is Utah County Jail?

The jail is inside the County Security Center at 3075 North Main, Spanish Fork, Utah 84660.

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