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Edited by Sam Rokni — Editor & Owner, SearchSystems.net. Public records professional since 1999. NAPBS founding member. Full bio & credentials.
Last reviewed: June 04, 2026 · Methodology: all Emery County record-source URLs verified against the official local and Utah state publishers on the review date. 3 primary .gov / official sources cited below.
Emery County — Key Numbers (2026)
Population, demographics, and county-seat data for Emery County, Utah — verified against U.S. Census 2024 estimates.
10,161
Population
Census estimate
3,447
Households
Census estimate
$67,056
Median income
Annual household
$168,700
Median home value
Census ACS
Castle Dale
County seat
In Utah
Criminal records
see state portal
Court records
1 source
Wants & warrants
see state portal
Property records
4 sources
Vital records
see state portal
Voter records
see state portal
Professional licenses
see state portal
Recorded documents
see state portal
Count of verified official sources per record type. Multiple sources One source Use state portal
Emery County Records at a Glance
| Record type | Emery County verified sources |
|---|---|
| Court records | Requesting Audio of a Court Proceeding |
| Criminal records | No verified source — see Emery County state portal below |
| Wants & warrants | No verified source — see Emery County state portal below |
| Property records | Plat Maps - Emery County - Utah.gov Plat Maps - Emery County - Utah.gov |
| Vital records | No verified source — see Emery County state portal below |
| Voter records | No verified source — see Emery County state portal below |
| Professional licenses | No verified source — see Emery County state portal below |
| Recorded documents | No verified source — see Emery County state portal below |
Count of officially verified .gov / .us record sources cataloged for Emery County. Data verified June 04, 2026.
What Changed in 2026 — Emery County Records
2026
Emery County official government portal active
The official Emery County government website at www.emerycounty.com continues to serve as the canonical local source.
2026
Emery County court records portal verified
State court system links for Emery County verified against the Utah judiciary portal in 2026.
2026
Emery County property records online
Emery County property assessment and recorder office online portal active in 2026.
2026
FBI Identity History Summary (federal complement)
For records that may exist outside Utah, the FBI Identity History Summary at fbi.gov complements all county-level state records.
The 4-Step Emery County Records Pathway
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Step 1 — Start at the Emery County clerk/courthouse
For most local records (court cases, property deeds, marriage licenses), the Emery County clerk's office is the first stop.
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Step 2 — Use the Utah statewide systems
Criminal background, court case search, voter registration, and professional licensing are all run at the Utah state level — not by the county.
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Step 3 — Federal sources for federal records
Federal court cases (PACER), federal tax liens (IRS), military records (NPRC), and immigration data (ICE) are all federal — not held by the county.
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Step 4 — Cross-check before relying on data
Most county portals lag 24-48 hours behind the courthouse. For time-sensitive verification, call the clerk directly.
Five Things People Get Wrong About Emery County Records
❌ Myth: "Emery County maintains all criminal records."
✓ Truth: False. Criminal records for Emery County are held by the Utah state repository, NOT the county. The county sheriff has only the local arrest log.
❌ Myth: "Records sealed in Emery County are gone everywhere."
✓ Truth: False. Sealing removes records from public search but they still exist at the courthouse and may appear in FBI records (Identity History Summary).
❌ Myth: "Free 'instant background' sites have Emery County data."
✓ Truth: False. Only the official Utah state repository has verified, current Emery County data. Free sites often have stale data.
❌ Myth: "The Emery County assessor's value is what I'll sell my home for."
✓ Truth: False. The Emery County assessor's value is for property tax purposes only — usually below market value.
❌ Myth: "All county records older than 50 years are public."
✓ Truth: Partially false. Public-records rules vary by record type AND state. Court records and deeds are usually older-public; vital records remain restricted longer (often 75-125 years).
Primary Sources (All Verified)
- www.emerycounty.com — Official Emery County government website
- www.utcourts.gov — Court records — official source
- emery.utah.gov — Property records — official source
- fbi.gov — FBI Identity History Summary (federal record)
Related — Emery County & Utah Records
For records not specific to Emery County, use Utah's statewide system or the national hub.
📍 Utah statewide record systems:
- Utah Court Records →
- Utah Criminal Records →
- Utah Property Records →
- Utah Vital Records →
- Utah Voter Records →
- Utah Wants & Warrants →
- Utah Licenses →
- Utah Recorded Documents →
🇺🇸 National hubs:
Related Public Records
Utah statewide records: Court records · Criminal records · Wants & warrants · Property records · Vital records · Voter records · Licenses · Recorded docs
National directories: Court records · Criminal records · Property records · Vital records · Federal databases
About Emery County, Utah
Emery County is located in central Utah. The county seat is Castle Dale (official site: http://www.emerycounty.com/).
- Population: 10,161
- Households: 3,447
- Median household income: $67,056
- Median home value: $168,700
- Below poverty line: 11.8%
- Land area: 4,462.6 sq mi
- Population density: 2.3 people / sq mi
- Public libraries indexed: 8
- NCES schools indexed: 10
Plat Maps - Emery County - Utah.gov
Official Free
If you know the Parcel ID Number, search by directory to open a Plat Map in PDF format. If you know your section, township, and range; or incorporated city or town; or approximate location where the parcel is located, search by location using an interactive county map.
Plat Maps - Emery County - Utah.gov
Official Free
If you know the Parcel ID Number, search by directory to open a Plat Map in PDF format . If you know your section, township, and range; or incorporated city or town; or approximate location where the parcel is located, search by location using an interactive county map.
Cemetery Information - Emery County - Utah.gov
Official Free
You can view photos of some of the gravemarkers for the cemeteries in: Clawson, DesertLake, Elgin, Huntington, Lawrence, Molen, Muddy Creek, Tucker, Victor, and Woodside · Grave photos and information for Huntington Cemetery provided in part by the Neil Rowley Eagle Project
Plat Maps - Emery County - Utah.gov
Official Free
If you know the Parcel ID Number, search by directory to open a Plat Map in PDF format. If you know your section, township, and range; or incorporated city or town; or approximate location where the parcel is located, search by location using an interactive county map.
Requesting Audio of a Court Proceeding
Official Free
Carbon County: pricedistrictdocs@utcourts.gov Emery County: castledaledocs@utcourts.gov Grand County: moabscan@utcourts.gov San Juan County: montscan@utcourts.gov · 8th District: Vernal: 8vernj@utcourts.gov Duchesne: 8duchj@utcourts.gov Roosevelt: 8roosj@utcourts.gov · You can watch or listen ...
Utah BCI — Criminal Records
Official Free
Log in to the federal Judiciary’s electronic public access services. Close PACER Case Locator PACER Log in Manage PACER Account
Results | Utah Warrants Search
Official Free
Official Utah websites use utah.gov in the browser's address bar · A Utah.gov website belongs to an official government organization in the State of Utah
Utah Local Health Departments | Vital Records | Utah Department of Health and Human Services
Official Free
Emery Vital Records 25 West Main Street Castledale UT 84513 · Grand Vital Records 575 S Kane Creek Blvd Moab UT 84532 · (Beaver, Garfield, Iron, Kane, and Washington Counties) *Appointments required · Washington 620 South 400 East #400 St George, Utah 84770 Phone: (435) 986-2557 Fax: (435) ...
I am running for a seat on the Lake Mountain School Board to ensure
Official Free
I am running for a seat on the Lake Mountain School Board to ensure · students, parents, teachers, and taxpayers have a strong voice. I have
Payment Instructions | License Lookup Verification
Official Free
A Secure Online Service from Utah.gov · An official electronic Licensee Verification will be emailed from the Department of Professional Licensing directly to anyone you choose, such as directly to you, a government agency in another state, or to a potential employer
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I look up court cases in Emery County?
Emery County court cases are searchable through the Requesting Audio of a Court Proceeding portal: https://www.utcourts.gov/en/court-records-publications/records/transcripts.html. Utah also operates a state-level case lookup through the Utah Courts Xchange system. For federal matters, see PACER.
Can my employer see a sealed record in Utah?
Generally, most private employers running a standard name-based check cannot see a sealed Utah record. However, government employers, law enforcement, schools, healthcare facilities, and any role requiring a fingerprint-based check can see sealed records under specific statutory exemptions. Confirm specifics with the sealing court.
How long does an arrest stay on my record in Utah if I wasn't convicted?
In Utah, an arrest stays on your record indefinitely unless you petition the court to seal or expunge it, even if charges were dropped or you were found not guilty. Utah's rules for clearing non-conviction records are stricter than for convictions — start with the Utah BCI.
Are Utah criminal records public?
Mostly yes. Utah's public-records law makes adult arrests, court filings, and conviction histories accessible to anyone unless a specific statutory exemption applies. Juvenile cases and sealed records are generally excluded by statute.