Probate Court Records in Juab County
Juab County probate court records go back to 1859, giving this central Utah county one of the longest records histories in the state. The Fourth Judicial District Court in Nephi handles all current probate filings for the county, including estate administrations, wills, guardianships, and conservatorships. Whether you are searching for a recent case or looking through older historical files, Juab County probate court records are available through the Utah Courts online system, the county clerk's office, and the Utah State Archives. This page covers where to search, who to contact, and what to expect.
Juab County Quick Facts
Juab County Clerk and Fourth District Court
The Juab County Clerk/Auditor is Tanielle Callaway. The clerk's office is located at 160 N Main Street, Office #115, Nephi, Utah 84648. The office phone is 435-623-3410. Office hours run Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The courthouse shares the same address at 160 North Main, Nephi, UT 84648.
The Juab County official website has current information on the clerk's office, services, and hours. The county clerk holds birth, marriage, death, court, and land records dating back to 1898. Birth and death records specifically are available from 1898 to 1905 through the clerk's office. For records after that period, the state vital records office may be the better source.
| Court | Fourth Judicial District Court |
|---|---|
| County Clerk/Auditor | Tanielle Callaway |
| Address | 160 N Main Street, Office #115, Nephi, UT 84648 |
| Phone | 435-623-3410 |
| Hours | Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| County Website | juabcounty.gov |
Note: Juab County probate case files from 1883 to 1955 are held by the Utah State Archives and are available to researchers both in person and online through the archives catalog.
How to Find Juab County Probate Records
Searching Juab County probate court records is straightforward once you know which tool to use. For cases filed in recent decades, the Utah Courts XChange system is the right starting point. XChange lets you search by party name, case number, or attorney. It covers all case types for the Fourth District Court including probate, civil, criminal, and traffic. Basic case status and filing details are often viewable at no cost. Document access costs $1.00 per document after a $5.00 registration and $0.20 per search.
For older filings, the Utah State Archives holds Juab County probate case files from 1883 to 1955. The Utah State Archives also maintains land and probate records from the Utah, Juab County Records collection spanning 1847 to 1948. This collection covers images of key land and probate documents from the territorial and early statehood period, which is especially useful for genealogy work.
The screenshot below is from the Juab County official website, which provides links to county services and contact information for the clerk's office in Nephi.
The Juab County website is your direct line to the clerk's office and local court resources for probate filings in this central Utah county.
Historical Juab County Probate Court Records
Juab County's probate records reach back to 1859, making them among the oldest court records in Utah. This reflects the county's early settlement history as part of the Utah Territory. Probate records from the territorial period through 1955 are preserved in the Utah State Archives, making this a strong resource for anyone researching family estates or land disputes from that era.
The USGenWeb project maintains a research aid for Juab County at usgenwebsites.org, which lists key addresses, courthouse details, and tips for genealogical research in this county. The screenshot below links to that resource.
The USGenWeb page for Juab County is a free reference that brings together courthouse addresses and links to help researchers find the right records quickly.
The Utah, Juab County Records collection covering 1847 to 1948 includes images of land and probate records that are especially valuable for tracing family estates across multiple generations. These records span from before Utah statehood through the mid-twentieth century, giving a long window into how estates were handled in this county.
Types of Probate Court Records in Juab County
Juab County probate court records cover several types of cases. Estate administration is the most common. When a Juab County resident dies and leaves property, the estate goes through probate under Utah Code Title 75, which sets the rules for all Utah counties. Informal probate is available when the estate is not contested and the process can move without a court hearing. Formal probate requires a judge and a hearing, and is used when disputes arise or the will's validity is in question.
Intestate cases, where someone dies without a will, go through the same district court in Nephi. The court appoints a personal representative and the estate is divided under state law. Guardianship and conservatorship filings round out the probate docket in Juab County. Both types become part of the public record and are searchable the same way as estate cases.
Small estates valued at less than $100,000 may qualify for the affidavit process under Utah law, which is a simplified alternative to full probate. These smaller cases may not show up in a standard case search through XChange. If you cannot find a filing you expect to see, call the clerk at 435-623-3410 to ask whether the estate went through the affidavit route instead.
Fees and Access for Juab County Probate Filings
Juab County probate court records are public under Utah's GRAMA law. The statute is at Utah Code § 63G-2. You do not need a reason or a connection to the case to request and view these records. Any person can ask for access to probate files from the Fourth District Court in Nephi.
Copying costs at Utah district courts are uniform statewide. Plain copies cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies have a $4.00 certification fee per document plus per-page copy costs. To file a new probate case in Juab County, the current initial filing fee is $375. This applies to formal and informal probate filings alike. Small estate affidavits carry a lower cost. Always confirm fees before you submit anything, as they can change with court rule updates.
The Utah Courts forms page has all the probate forms you need for filings in the Fourth District. These forms are free to download. Many families with uncomplicated estates handle informal probate in Juab County without hiring an attorney, using the court's own forms and instructions.
Note: If you are requesting records by mail, include a prepayment with your request. The court will not release documents until payment has cleared.
Legal Resources for Juab County Probate Cases
The Utah State Bar lawyer referral service can connect you with a probate attorney familiar with Fourth District Court procedures in Nephi. For qualifying low-income residents, Utah Legal Services provides free civil legal assistance that may cover basic probate guidance in Juab County.
Utah's probate law has two key deadlines worth knowing. An heir must survive the decedent by at least 120 hours to be eligible to inherit under Utah Code § 75-2-104. A probate case must also be opened within three years of the date of death under Utah Code § 75-3-107. These rules apply uniformly across all Utah counties including Juab. If you are getting close to the three-year mark, do not wait to consult an attorney or file.
Nearby Counties
Juab County is in central Utah. The county borders Utah, Tooele, Millard, and Sanpete counties. Probate is filed in the county where the person lived at the time of death, so use the decedent's last address to confirm which court handled or will handle the case.