South Jordan Probate Court Records
South Jordan probate court records are filed and maintained at the Third Judicial District Court in Salt Lake County. All estate cases, will probates, guardianships, and conservatorships for South Jordan residents are handled there. The courthouse is in Salt Lake City at the Scott M. Matheson Courthouse. You can search probate records tied to South Jordan online through Utah XChange, by calling the probate division directly, or by visiting the courthouse in person. This page explains each option and covers the laws and procedures that apply to South Jordan cases.
South Jordan Quick Facts
Where South Jordan Probate Records Are Filed
South Jordan is in Salt Lake County, so all probate and estate matters go through the Third Judicial District Court. The courthouse address is 450 South State Street, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1860. The general clerk number is (801) 238-7300. The probate division has a direct line at (801) 238-7164. Use that number for questions about specific estate cases, guardianship filings, or to ask about records tied to South Jordan addresses.
| Court | Third Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| Address | Scott M. Matheson Courthouse 450 South State Street Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1860 |
| General Phone | (801) 238-7300 |
| Probate Division | (801) 238-7164 |
| Mailing Address | P.O. Box 1860 Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1860 |
| Copy Requests Email | slccopy@utcourts.gov |
| Website | utcourts.gov |
Salt Lake County probate records date to 1852. For historical records tied to the South Jordan area from the 1800s and early 1900s, older files may be with the Utah State Archives at 346 South Rio Grande Street, Salt Lake City rather than at the courthouse. Contact the Archives first if your research involves records from before roughly the 1950s or 1960s.
Online Search for South Jordan Probate Cases
Utah Courts XChange is the main online tool for searching Third District Court probate records. It covers all Salt Lake County probate filings, including cases tied to South Jordan addresses. You can search by name, case number, or year. The system returns the full case docket, including party names, filing dates, and event history. Documents cost $1.00 each to view within the system.
Getting started with XChange costs $5 for the account setup. After that, searches are $0.35 each. If you need to search often, the $40 monthly flat rate gives you unlimited searches and document access. Sign up at utcourts.gov/xchange. This is the right tool if you cannot easily get to Salt Lake City or if you need to check multiple South Jordan probate cases.
The image below is from the Utah Courts XChange portal, which is the primary online gateway for accessing Third District Court probate records including those for South Jordan cases in Salt Lake County.
XChange is run by the Utah court system and pulls data directly from the court case management system, making it the most up-to-date source for South Jordan probate records short of visiting the courthouse.
For a no-cost check, MyCourtCase shows basic docket information without any account or payment. It will confirm whether a case exists and show event dates, but it does not provide access to documents. Use it to verify a case is in the system before paying for XChange access.
Requesting Copies of South Jordan Probate Records
You can get copies of South Jordan probate records three ways: in person at the courthouse, by mail, or by email. Each has different timelines. In person is fastest if you can get to Salt Lake City. Mailed requests take longer but work well for people who only need standard copies and do not need them same-day.
Plain copies are $0.25 per page. Certified copies are $0.50 per page plus a $4.00 certification fee per document. Certified copies are needed for most legal and financial purposes, like updating a property title or presenting the will probate to a financial institution. Call the probate division at (801) 238-7164 to find out the page count before ordering so you can budget the cost.
For mailed requests, write out what you need with the case name, case number if you have it, and which documents you want. Include your return address and a check or money order for the estimated copy cost. Send to: P.O. Box 1860, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-1860. You can also send requests by email to slccopy@utcourts.gov. Email requests must include the same information as a mailed request, and the clerk will respond with a cost estimate before processing.
South Jordan Probate Case Types
The Third District Court handles all types of probate matters for South Jordan residents. Estate administration is the most common. This involves opening a case, inventorying assets, paying debts, and distributing what is left to the heirs. Utah recognizes both informal and formal probate. Informal cases move faster because there are fewer required court appearances. Formal probate is used when there is no will, when the will is disputed, or when disputes arise during the process.
Guardianship and conservatorship cases are also part of the probate division. A guardianship case appoints someone to make personal decisions for a minor or an incapacitated adult. A conservatorship appoints someone to manage finances. Both types become part of the public probate case index at the Third District Court. South Jordan residents file these cases the same way as estate cases.
Utah's small estate rules apply here too. If the total estate value is under $100,000 and the deceased owned no real property in Utah, heirs may use a simple affidavit to transfer assets. No court filing is required, and no court record is created. This is why you may search the case index for a South Jordan resident and find nothing even when you know assets existed.
Note: The $375 initial filing fee applies to both formal and informal probate cases filed at the Third District Court. Small estate affidavits have no court fee because no case is opened.
Public Records Access and Utah Law
South Jordan probate court records are governed by Utah's Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). The image below is from the GRAMA statute page, which is the main public access law that covers most court and government records in Utah.
Under GRAMA, most probate filings are public records. Anyone can request access, not just family members. A small number of records may be restricted by court order, but the default is public access. If the probate division tells you a record is restricted, you can request the reason in writing and, if needed, appeal the decision under the GRAMA process.
The full body of probate law for South Jordan cases is in Utah Title 75, the Utah Uniform Probate Code. Key provisions include Utah Code Section 75-2-104, which requires a beneficiary to survive the deceased by at least 120 hours to inherit, and Utah Code Section 75-3-107, which sets a three-year deadline for filing formal probate after a death. Both rules directly affect which estate cases end up in the Third District Court index for South Jordan.
Salt Lake County Recorder and Related Records
The Salt Lake County Recorder's Office is a separate agency from the probate court. It records real property transfers, deeds, and liens. When a South Jordan estate includes real property, the transfer of title usually requires a recorded deed after probate is complete. The Recorder's Office is at 2001 S State Street, Salt Lake City. Visit the Salt Lake County Recorder page for more on property records in South Jordan and the rest of Salt Lake County.
Keep in mind that probate court records and property records are separate systems. A probate case at the Third District Court does not automatically transfer title to property. The heirs or personal representative must also record a new deed with the Recorder's Office after the court issues its order. If you are searching for a South Jordan property transfer tied to an estate, you may need to check both the court records and the Recorder's index.
Court Forms and Legal Help for South Jordan
All Utah probate court forms are free to download from utcourts.gov/forms. The forms are grouped by case type, so it is easy to find petitions, inventory forms, and closing documents for estate cases. Always download fresh copies before filing. Old or outdated forms can cause delays at the Third District Court.
If you are handling a South Jordan probate case on your own, the court's self-help resources can guide you through the basic steps. However, complicated estates with real property, business interests, or family disputes benefit from legal counsel. The Utah State Bar referral service at utahbar.org can connect you with probate attorneys who serve South Jordan and the rest of Salt Lake County.
Nearby Cities in Salt Lake County
These cities are also in Salt Lake County and file probate cases at the same Third District Court.