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About County Jails in Utah
Understanding county jails in the Utah
Welcome to the most complete and up-to-date directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Utah. This page lists every active county-level detention facility operating across Utah, providing families, attorneys, bail bondsmen, social workers, and the general public with fast, reliable access to accurate information about county-level incarceration. County jails are often the first longer-term facility a person is sent to after initial arrest and police booking, making this directory essential for anyone trying to locate a recently arrested loved one.
What Are County Jails and How Do They Work?
County jails in Utah are local correctional facilities operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections. They serve as the primary point of longer-term detention for individuals awaiting trial, unable to make bail, or serving shorter sentences for misdemeanor offenses.
The county jail system is decentralized — each county operates its own facility tailored to its population size, court system, and law enforcement needs. This means county jails vary significantly in size, capacity, programming, and conditions.
How County Jails Differ From Other Facilities
- County Jails: Operated by sheriff's office. Hold pretrial detainees, those unable to make bail, misdemeanor sentences under one year.
- City/Municipal Jails: Operated by city police. Shorter holds immediately after arrest before county transfer.
- Police Lockups: Short-term holding (24-72 hours) during initial booking and processing.
- State Prisons: Operated by Utah's DOC for felony sentences over one year.
- Federal Prisons: Operated by Federal Bureau of Prisons for federal crimes.
Types of County Correctional Facilities
- County Jail: Standard county detention facility serving the general pretrial and sentenced misdemeanor population.
- County Correctional Center: Larger facility with expanded programming, multiple housing units, and specialized services.
- County Detention Center: Often houses higher proportion of pretrial detainees or federal contract inmates.
- County Work Release Center: Minimum-security allowing day employment with evening return.
- County Medical/Mental Health Facility: Specialized units for inmates requiring ongoing medical or mental health care.
- County Honor Farm: Minimum-security where inmates perform outdoor work assignments.
How to Use This Directory
- Browse the full directory of all county jails in Utah by scrolling below.
- Filter by county using the dropdown to narrow results to a specific county.
- Switch states using the state selector to load county jails in any other US state.
- Click any facility to open its dedicated page with contact details and inmate search.
- Locate an inmate using the search feature on any facility page or our main inmate locator.
Finding an Inmate in a County Jail
County jails maintain their own inmate databases, and most offer online inmate lookup tools through the county sheriff's website. The fastest way to find someone is to identify the county where they were arrested using the directory below, then visit that facility's dedicated page to use the inmate search feature. You can also use our free US inmate locator tool to search across all county jails simultaneously.
Visitation
Policies vary considerably — some jails offer in-person contact visits, others have non-contact or video visitation only. Check visitation rules for the specific facility before planning a visit. Click any facility to view its complete visitation guidelines.
Calling an Inmate
Phone calls are outbound only from pre-approved numbers. Your number must be registered with the facility's phone provider and a prepaid account funded. Read our calling guide for complete setup instructions.
Getting Bail
Once bail is set at arraignment, pay it directly to the county jail or court, or work with a licensed bail bondsman who will post bail for a fee of 10-15% of the total amount.
Programs Available
Larger county jails typically offer GED and literacy programs, substance abuse counseling, religious services, and sometimes vocational training. Program availability varies significantly by facility size and resources.
Sheriff's Role
In most counties, the sheriff's office operates and manages the county jail. The sheriff is accountable for safe, humane, and legally compliant operation, including staffing, programming, medical services, and state/federal compliance.
Release & Reentry
Release can happen through bail, sentence completion, dismissal of charges, or court order. The transition back to daily life requires planning for employment, family reconnection, court-ordered supervision, and financial stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
County Jails by County in Utah
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Filter County Jails by County
Utah has County Jails spread across dozens of counties, and finding the right one quickly can be challenging without the right tools. Use the county list below to instantly narrow results and view only the County Jails in a specific county within Utah. This is particularly helpful if you are trying to locate someone who was recently arrested in a specific area, or if you are planning a visit and need to find the closest facility to your location.
All County Jails in Utah
Complete listing of county jails
Browse the Complete List of County Jails in Utah
The full directory of county jails and correctional facilities in Utah is displayed below. Every active county-operated detention facility is included in this listing. Each entry includes the facility name, operating county, location, address, security classification, and contact information. County jails are operated by the county sheriff's office or county department of corrections and serve as the primary detention facility for the county's pretrial population and sentenced misdemeanor offenders.
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Beaver County Correctional Facility (BCCF)
2270 South 525 West, Beaver, UT 84713
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Beaver | View Details |
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Box Elder County UT Jail
50 South 1000 West
PO Box 888, Brigham City, UT 84302
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Box Elder | View Details |
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Cache County UT Jail
1225 West Valley View
Suite 100, Logan, UT 84321
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Cache | View Details |
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Carbon County UT Jail
240 West Main St, Price, UT 84501
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Carbon | View Details |
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Daggett County UT Jail
2350 Hwy 43, MP5
PO Box 579, Manila, UT 84046
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Daggett | View Details |
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Davis County UT Jail
800 West State St
PO Box 130, Farmington, UT 84025
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Davis | View Details |
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Davis County UT Work Release Facility
883 West Clark Lane, Farmington, UT 84025
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Davis | View Details |
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Duchesne County Jail
21554 West 9000 South
PO Box 10, Duchesne, UT 84021
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Duchesne | View Details |
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Emery County UT Jail
1850 North 550 West
PO Box 817, Castle Dale, UT 84513
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Emery | View Details |
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Garfield County UT Jail
375 North 700 West
PO Box 370, Panguitch, UT 84759
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Garfield | View Details |
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Grand County UT Jail
125 East Center St, Moab, UT 84532
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Grand | View Details |
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Iron County UT Jail
2136 North Main St, Cedar City, UT 84720
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Iron | View Details |
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Juab County UT Jail
425 West Sheep Lane Drive, Nephi, UT 84648
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Juab | View Details |
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Kane County UT Jail
971 East Kaneplex Drive, Kanub, UT 84741
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Kane | View Details |
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Millard County UT Jail
765 South Hwy 99, Fillmore, UT 84631
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Millard | View Details |
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Morgan County UT Jail
48 West Young St
PO Box 1047, Morgan, UT 84050
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Morgan | View Details |
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Piute County UT Jail
550 North Main St, Junction, UT 84740
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Piute | View Details |
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Rich County UT Jail
20 South Main St
PO Box 38, Randolph, UT 84064
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Rich | View Details |
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Salt Lake County UT Metropolitan Jail
3415 S 900 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84119
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Salt Lake | View Details |
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San Juan County UT Jail
297 South Main St
PO Box 788, Monticello, UT 84535
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San Juan | View Details |
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Sanpete County UT Jail
1500 South Hwy 89, Manti, UT 84642
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Sanpete | View Details |
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Sevier County UT Jail
835 East 300 North
Suite 300, Richfield, UT 84701
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Sevier | View Details |
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Summit County UT Jail
6300 North Justice Center Drive, Park City, UT 84098
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Summit | View Details |
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Tooele County Jail
47 South Main St, Tooele, UT 84074
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Tooele | View Details |
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Uintah County UT Jail
641 East 300 S, Vernal, UT 84078
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Uintah | View Details |
County Jails in Other States
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