Find Public Records in Murray
Murray public records are managed by city and county offices and are available to the public under Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). You can search Murray public records to find city council minutes, police incident reports, court case filings, and statewide criminal history data. This guide covers each office that holds records, how to submit a request, and what tools are available online to search Murray records quickly.
Murray Quick Facts
Murray City Recorder Records
The Murray City Recorder is the main custodian of official city documents. This office holds City Council minutes, city ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and board meeting records. All GRAMA requests for city-level public records in Murray go through the Recorder's office. You can submit a request in person, by mail, or using the online portal found on the city's website.
| Office | Murray City Recorder |
|---|---|
| Address | 5025 South State Street Murray, UT 84107 |
| Phone | (801) 270-2401 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | murray.utah.gov |
Murray City Council meeting agendas and minutes are posted on the city's website on a regular basis. If you need recent meeting records, check the online archive first. For older documents or records that aren't posted online, you'll need to file a formal GRAMA request. The Recorder's office will confirm receipt and has 10 business days to respond under Utah Code section 63G-2.
Copies of Murray city records cost $0.25 per page if you want printed or digital versions. Inspecting records in person is free. Large requests may carry an additional fee for staff time to locate and compile records. Call (801) 270-2401 to ask about costs before you send in a big request.
Murray City Records Portal
The Murray city website provides access to city ordinances, Council meeting minutes, and instructions for filing a GRAMA public records request with the city.
Use the city's site to find meeting agendas, look up current city codes, and learn how to start your Murray public records request online.
Murray Police Department Records
The Murray Police Department maintains incident reports, accident reports, and arrest records for events handled by city officers. The Records Division handles public requests for copies of police documents. Requests can be made in person, by mail, or by calling the department directly. You'll need the date of the incident and the names of the parties involved to help staff locate your report.
| Office | Murray City Police Department |
|---|---|
| Address | 5025 South State Street Murray, UT 84107 |
| Phone | (801) 264-2673 |
| Hours | Records Division: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Website | murray.utah.gov/police |
Traffic accident reports and standard incident reports are the most common records people ask for at the Murray Police Records Division. Fees depend on the type of report. The department can tell you the exact cost when you call. Records covered by active investigations, juvenile cases, or certain protected categories may be withheld or redacted under GRAMA rules.
Arrest records collected by Murray Police are shared with the Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation statewide database. The local police department only holds records for incidents its own officers responded to. If you need records from other agencies that also operate in or near Murray, you'll need to contact those agencies directly.
Note: For a complete statewide criminal history that covers all Utah agencies, use the BCI rather than the local department.
Court Records in Murray
Murray is within the jurisdiction of the Third District Court, which serves Salt Lake County. This court handles felony cases, civil claims, domestic cases, and probate matters. Murray also has a Justice Court that handles misdemeanor offenses and city ordinance violations.
| Office | Third District Court (Salt Lake County) |
|---|---|
| Address | 450 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84114 |
| Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
Case records from the Third District Court can be searched online through Utah Courts XChange. XChange lets you look up cases by name or case number and view docket entries, party details, and hearing schedules. Each search costs $0.35, or $40 per month for unlimited use. Free public terminals are available at courthouse locations. To get copies of actual court documents, contact the clerk of the court. Certified copies cost more than plain copies.
Most Third District Court records are public. Some case types, including sealed juvenile matters and protective order files, are restricted. Ask the clerk whether a specific case file is available before making the trip to the courthouse.
Criminal Background Records
Background checks covering all of Utah are handled by the Utah Bureau of Criminal Investigation. BCI can be reached at (801) 965-4445. The BCI maintains the Utah Criminal History database with records from law enforcement agencies across the state, including Murray.
A name-based check costs $15. A fingerprint-based check, which is more accurate and often used for jobs or professional licenses, costs $33.25. Fingerprints can be taken at many local law enforcement offices. BCI records only cover Utah. For federal criminal history, contact the FBI through its own process. You can start a BCI request online or by mail at bci.utah.gov.
Vital Records and State Resources
Birth and death records for Murray residents are kept by the Utah Office of Vital Records, not the city. Order certified copies online through the SILVER system. Birth certificates cost $18 and death certificates cost $16. Marriage and divorce records are also available through state and county offices.
Historical government records, including older city and county documents, are held at the Utah State Archives in Salt Lake City. The Archives can be reached at (801) 531-3847. Research staff can help you track down older records that are no longer held locally. Walk-in research is available and online finding aids are posted on the Archives website.
The Utah GRAMA statutes page lays out the rules that every government body in Utah, including Murray city departments, must follow when handling public records requests.
GRAMA gives every person the right to inspect and copy most government records. Murray offices must respond to your request within 10 business days under this law.
Legal Help for Records Requests
If a Murray city office denies your records request, you have the right to appeal. Start by appealing to the agency's chief administrative officer. If that doesn't resolve it, you can take the matter to the State Records Committee, which holds public hearings and can order records released. This process is described in detail in Utah Code section 63G-2.
Utah Legal Services offers free legal help to qualifying low-income residents, including help with records disputes. The Utah State Bar also has a lawyer referral line at (801) 531-9077 for those who need paid legal advice on a GRAMA matter.
Salt Lake County Public Records
Murray sits within Salt Lake County. The county holds its own set of public records separate from city records, covering property filings, county court cases, and county agency documents. Visit the Salt Lake County page for a full guide to county-level resources.
Nearby Utah Cities
Other Salt Lake County cities have their own city-level public records offices. Select a city to find local public records resources near Murray.