Duchesne County Public Records

How to Find Public Records in Duchesne County in 2026

Members of the public seeking government documents may access publicly available information through DuchesneRecords.us, which aggregates data related to public records maintained by Duchesne County and other government entities. Records that may be available through official channels include property documents, court filings, vital records, tax assessments, business licenses, and meeting minutes. The availability and completeness of any particular record depends on the maintaining agency, the nature of the document, and applicable state law.

Records in Duchesne County may be searched through official court resources, county clerk and recorder offices, public access terminals located at county facilities, and online tools provided by state and county agencies.

Online Access:

The Duchesne County electronic records portal identifies which departments maintain public and private information, including the Recorder's Office, Treasurer's Office, Auditor's Office, and Clerk's Office
The Recorder's Office offers online subscription services for grantor-grantee searches dating back to 1985, entry number searches, and document image retrieval; subscription registration is required and no single-use access is available
Court records may be searched statewide through Xchange, the Utah Courts public case search tool, which provides access to case information subject to applicable privacy rules
The Utah Division of Archives and Records Service open records portal facilitates access to state-level government records

In-Person Requests: Members of the public may visit the Duchesne County Recorder's Office at 734 North Center Street, Duchesne, UT 84021, during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Staff at the public counter assist with document retrieval and copy requests. Requestors should bring identifying information relevant to the record sought, such as a parcel number, party name, or document entry number.

Written/Mail Requests: Written requests may be submitted to the Duchesne County Recorder's Office at P.O. Box 270, Duchesne, UT 84021. Requests should include the requestor's name, contact information, a description of the record sought, and the time period involved. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-204, a governmental entity must respond to a records request within ten business days.

Phone/Email:

Duchesne County Recorder: (435) 738-1150
Duchesne County Clerk: (435) 738-1130

What Are Public Records in Duchesne County?

Public records in Duchesne County are government-created or government-held documents that are subject to disclosure under Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA), codified at Utah Code § 63G-2-101 et seq. Under GRAMA, a "record" means a book, letter, document, paper, map, plan, photograph, film, card, tape, recording, electronic data, or other documentary material regardless of physical form or characteristics that is prepared, owned, received, or retained by a governmental entity.

The following record types are maintained by Duchesne County offices and may be available for public inspection:

Record Type	Maintaining Office
Court records (civil, criminal, probate, family)	Duchesne County District Court
Property deeds, mortgages, liens	Duchesne County Recorder
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce)	Utah Office of Vital Records; County Clerk
Business licenses and permits	County Clerk's Office
Property tax and assessment records	County Assessor; County Treasurer
Voting and election records	County Clerk's Office
Meeting minutes and agendas	County Clerk's Office
Budget and financial documents	County Auditor's Office
Law enforcement records (where permitted)	Duchesne County Sheriff's Office
Land use and zoning records	County Planning Department

Historical and archival records may also be accessed through the Utah Division of Archives and Records Service, which preserves and provides access to permanent government records from state and local agencies.

Is Duchesne County an Open Records County?

Duchesne County follows Utah's statewide open records framework and does not operate under a separate county-level open records ordinance. Under Utah Code § 63G-2-201, all records are public unless otherwise expressly provided by statute. This presumption of openness places the burden on the governmental entity to justify any denial of access.

As stated in the Utah GRAMA statute, "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." This provision establishes that inspection itself is a protected right, separate from the right to obtain copies.

Duchesne County governmental entities, including the Recorder's Office, Clerk's Office, Auditor's Office, and Treasurer's Office, are subject to GRAMA's requirements. The electronic records page maintained by Duchesne County's Information Systems Department identifies which departments hold public information and which hold records that may be partially or fully restricted. Utah's open meetings law, codified at Utah Code § 52-4-101 et seq., further requires that county commission meetings and most board proceedings be open to the public, with agendas and minutes available for inspection. Public notices for government meetings are published on the Utah Public Notice Website.

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

The Duchesne County Recorder's Office charges fees for document recording and copies in accordance with state law. The Utah Legislature has periodically adjusted county recording fees; at present, the Recorder's Office applies the fee schedule established under state statute.

Standard Fee Schedule:

Service	Fee
Document recording (first page)	$40.00
Each additional page	$5.00
Certified copy of recorded document	$5.00 per document
Standard copy (per page)	$0.25 per page
Online subscription (Recorder's database)	Subscription rate; contact office

Inspection of public records at the public counter is available at no charge during regular business hours
Fees for electronic records may differ from paper copy fees
Accepted payment methods at the Recorder's Office include cash, check, and credit card
The Utah GRAMA statute permits governmental entities to charge a reasonable fee for providing a record in a format other than that in which it is maintained

The Duchesne County Recorder's Office notes that the Utah Legislature has increased county recording fees, and requestors should confirm the current fee schedule directly with the office prior to submitting requests.

Does Duchesne County Have Free Public Records?

Free inspection of public records is available to any member of the public at the offices of Duchesne County during normal business hours. Under Utah GRAMA, governmental entities are required to allow inspection of public records without charge; fees apply only when copies or certified documents are requested.

The following resources provide free access to Duchesne County records:

Duchesne County Recorder's Office public counter — Members of the public may inspect recorded land documents, deeds, and related instruments at no cost during office hours
Utah Courts Xchange — The Utah Courts public case search provides free online access to case index information for district court proceedings, subject to privacy classifications
Utah Division of Archives — The Utah Division of Archives and Records Service provides free research access to historical government records through its research room and online catalog
Utah Public Notice Website — Meeting agendas, public notices, and government announcements are available at no cost through the Utah Public Notice Website

The distinction between free inspection and free copies is significant: while viewing a record in person carries no fee, obtaining a paper or electronic copy is subject to the applicable fee schedule.

Who Can Request Public Records in Duchesne County?

Any person may request access to public records maintained by Duchesne County governmental entities. Utah GRAMA does not restrict records access to residents of Utah or Duchesne County; non-residents retain the same right of access as residents. Requestors are not required to state the purpose of their request for most public records.

Identification: Requestors are not required to provide identification to inspect public records, though identification may be requested in certain circumstances
Purpose: Governmental entities may not require a requestor to disclose the reason for a records request as a condition of access to public records
Non-residents: Members of the public from outside Utah may submit records requests and receive the same treatment as in-state requestors
Requesting your own records: Individuals requesting records about themselves may be entitled to access certain records that are otherwise classified as private, upon providing satisfactory proof of identity
Restrictions by record type: Access to certain categories of records, such as juvenile court records, adoption records, and sealed court files, is restricted regardless of the identity of the requestor

The Duchesne County District Court processes requests for court records in accordance with the Utah Rules of Judicial Administration.

What Records Are Confidential in Duchesne County?

Not all government records in Duchesne County are available for public inspection. Utah GRAMA establishes categories of records that are classified as private, controlled, or protected, and governmental entities are required to withhold such records from public disclosure. The following categories are exempt from public access under Utah Code § 63G-2-302 and related provisions:

Sealed court records — Records sealed by court order are not accessible to the public
Juvenile records — Records pertaining to juvenile court proceedings are classified as private under Utah law
Ongoing investigation records — Law enforcement records compiled for criminal investigations are protected from disclosure while investigations are active
Personal identifying information — Social Security numbers, financial account numbers, and similar data are redacted or withheld
Medical and health records — Protected under both GRAMA and federal HIPAA regulations
Adoption records — Sealed by statute and accessible only under specific legal circumstances
Child welfare and protective services records — Maintained as private records by the Utah Division of Child and Family Services
Personnel records — Employee records are classified as private, with limited exceptions for certain public employee information
Trade secrets and proprietary business information — Protected from disclosure when submitted to government agencies
Security plans and critical infrastructure details — Withheld to protect public safety

As noted in the Utah GRAMA framework, "the disclosure of some information is contrary to the public interest," and governmental entities apply a balancing test when records contain both public and private components, disclosing the public portions while redacting protected information. The Utah Division of Archives open records portal provides guidance on the GRAMA classification system and the process for appealing a denial of access.

Duchesne County Recorder's Office: Contact Information and Hours

Office Name: Duchesne County Recorder

Physical Address: 734 North Center Street Duchesne, UT 84021

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 270 Duchesne, UT 84021

Phone: (435) 738-1150 Website: Duchesne County Recorder

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

Additional Offices:

Duchesne County Clerk's Office 734 North Center Street, Duchesne, UT 84021 (435) 738-1130 Duchesne County Utah

Duchesne County District Court 920 East Highway 40, Duchesne, UT 84021 (435) 738-2435 Duchesne County – Utah Courts

Utah Division of Archives and Records Service 346 South Rio Grande Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84101 (801) 531-3848 Utah Division of Archives and Records Service