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Utah State Bureau of Criminal Identification

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Provides services related to criminal records and statistics, criminal record expungement assistance, concealed firearm permits, fingerprinting services, pre-employment background checks,criminal history records, and active arrest warrants.
Fingerprint Repositories
Description:

Provides fingerprinting services to the general public.

Eligibility:
The Utah State Bureau of Criminal Identification cannot provide fingerprinting services that are criminal-related or ordered by the court.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
An appointment is required to receive services. Schedule an appointment by calling or visiting the website.
Fees:
Fingerprint cards (up to 3 cards) - $15.00, each additional card after 3 - $5.00
Service Contact Information:

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Firearm Permits
Description:

Issues and renews firearm permits for the residents of the State of Utah.

Eligibility:
Contact for the specific requirements for obtaining a firearms permit.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call, walk in, or complete the official online renewal application.
Fees:
Set
Service Contact Information:

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https://secure.utah.gov/concealed-firearms
Pre-Employment Background Checks
Description:

Provides background checks for pre-employment screenings. Screenings are also available for volunteers working with Children or vulnerable adults, and those seeking private adoption.

Eligibility:
Service is only for authorized entities seeking to be authorized to conduct background checks.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Call or visit the website.
Fees:
Vary
Service Contact Information:

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Criminal Record Expungement Assistance
Description:

Provides criminal record expungement services. Expunging a criminal record means that the court orders the history of the case sealed. This includes records of the arrest, investigation, detention, and convictions, including a verdict or finding of guilty after trial or a guilty plea.

Eligibility:
Visit the website or call for specific eligibility information.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website to complete the expungement application and schedule an appointment with the expungement office. Appointments are not required to apply for expungement.
Fees:
Set
Service Contact Information:

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Crime Statistics
Description:

Provides an online dashboard of crime statistics for the State of Utah. Includes specific data for crimes against persons, society, and property, domestic violence analysis, hate crimes, and crimes committed against law enforcement officers.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
24/7
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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https://bci.utah.gov/crime-in-utah-dashboards/
Criminal History Records
Description:

Provides individuals with copies of their own Utah criminal histories.

Eligibility:
Does not provide criminal histories from other states.
Service Hours:
M - F 8 am - 5 pm
Intake Procedure:
Complete the application for criminal history on the website.
Fees:
Vary
Service Contact Information:

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https://bci.utah.gov/criminal-records/criminal-records-forms/
Active Arrest Warrants
Description:

Provides a dashboard to search for outstanding arrest warrants within the State of Utah.

Eligibility:
Service Hours:
24/7
Intake Procedure:
Visit the website.
Fees:
No cost
Service Contact Information:

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https://secure.utah.gov/warrants/index.html