Millard County Probate Court Records
Millard County probate court records are held by the Fourth Judicial District Court, which serves this rural central Utah county from its seat in Fillmore. If you need to find estate filings, wills, guardianship cases, or other probate court records tied to Millard County, you can search through the Utah Courts online system or contact the county clerk directly. Records in this county go all the way back to 1852, making Millard one of Utah's oldest sources for probate history. Court is held on Wednesdays, so plan your in-person visits accordingly.
Millard County Quick Facts
Fourth District Court in Millard County
The Fourth Judicial District Court handles all probate court records for Millard County. The county clerk, Marki Rowley, serves as the clerk of the district court and manages the office at the justice complex in Fillmore. This dual role means the clerk's office is your main point of contact for both county records and court filings. Court sessions are held on Wednesdays, which is worth knowing before you schedule a visit or plan to file documents in person.
The Millard County Clerk can be reached at (435) 743-6223. The office is at 765 S. Hwy 99, Suite 6, Fillmore, UT 84631. This is the justice complex location. There is also a recorder's office in Delta at 71 S 200 W, Delta, UT 84624, which handles land records and some related documents. If you are looking for probate court records specifically, the Fillmore office is the right place to start.
The Millard County Clerk official page has current contact details and information on what the office handles. It is a good first stop before you call or make the drive out to Fillmore.
The screenshot below comes from the Millard County Clerk page, showing the office's official contact details and responsibilities as posted on the county's government site.
The clerk's page is the most direct source for up-to-date office hours and any procedural changes affecting Millard County probate court records requests.
| Clerk | Marki Rowley, Millard County Clerk |
|---|---|
| Court | Fourth Judicial District Court |
| Address | 765 S. Hwy 99, Ste. 6, Fillmore, UT 84631 |
| Phone | (435) 743-6223 |
| Court Days | Wednesdays |
| Courthouse | 50 South Main, Fillmore, UT 84631 |
Searching Millard County Probate Records Online
The main online tool for finding Millard County probate court records is the Utah Courts XChange system. You can search by party name, case number, or filing year. XChange gives you access to case status, filing dates, and document-level details across all Utah district courts, including the Fourth District that serves Millard County. Basic case lookups are often free. Document downloads cost $1.00 each, and there is a small per-search fee once you register an account.
For older records, the Utah Digital Archives is a strong resource. Millard County probate records go back to 1852, which covers the early territorial period. The RAOGK volunteer network has documented that Millard County probate records are available from 1852 through the RAOGK Utah Millard County guide, which also lists what types of court and estate records exist for the county. This can be useful when you're not sure what survived from older filings.
If you need certified copies or want to review the physical file, you will need to contact the clerk's office in Fillmore directly. Mail requests are accepted but allow extra time given the rural location. The clerk can tell you current copy fees and turnaround times when you call.
Note: Because court in Millard County is held only on Wednesdays, some filings and hearings are scheduled less frequently than in urban counties. Build extra time into your timeline if you are working on an active estate case.
Millard County Recorder and Related Records
The Millard County Recorder's office is separate from the clerk and handles land records, deeds, and some documents tied to estate matters. If a probate case involves real property in Millard County, you may need records from both offices. The recorder maintains land records going back to 1852, which aligns with the county's earliest probate history.
The recorder operates out of two locations. The main office is at the justice complex in Fillmore: 765 S Hwy 99, Fillmore, UT 84631. A second office is in Delta at 71 S 200 W, Delta, UT 84624. Marriage records in Millard County go back to 1887. Divorce, probate, and court records all start from 1852. This depth of records is notable for a county of this size and makes Millard a useful source for family history research going back to Utah's territorial days.
The Millard County Recorder page lists current fees and the types of documents the office can provide. For estate-related land transfers, the recorder is usually the right office to contact after probate closes.
The image below is taken from the Millard County Recorder official page, which outlines the office's services and how to request recorded documents related to property tied to probate cases.
Checking the recorder's page before submitting a request can save a trip and help you understand what documents are already available for a given Millard County property or estate.
Historical Probate Records in Millard County
Millard County's probate court records date back to 1852, placing them among the oldest in Utah. This was the territorial period, years before Utah achieved statehood in 1896. The depth of these records makes the county a useful stop for genealogical research, especially for families who settled in central Utah in the 19th century.
Court records from 1852 forward, marriage records from 1887, and land records from 1852 all give researchers a full picture of life and death in early Millard County. Probate files from that era often include wills, inventories of personal property, land descriptions, and lists of heirs. The combination of court, land, and vital records in one county archive is unusual for a county this rural and makes the Millard County clerk's office a worthwhile place to dig.
The RAOGK organization has documented the scope of Millard County's historical records through their volunteer network. The screenshot below comes from the RAOGK Millard County guide page, which lists court and probate records available to researchers including the types and date ranges of surviving documents.
The RAOGK guide is a practical reference point for anyone doing historical or genealogical work using Millard County probate court records, especially for older estate cases that predate digital indexes.
Note: For microfilm copies of older Millard County probate court records, the Family History Library and the Utah State Archives both hold relevant collections that complement what the county clerk's office can provide locally.
Utah Probate Law and Millard County Filings
Probate in Millard County follows Utah's statewide rules under Utah Code Title 75, which is the Uniform Probate Code as adopted by the state. This law governs how estates are opened, how heirs are notified, and how the court closes cases. Millard County's Fourth District Court applies these same rules to all probate court filings in the county.
Three types of probate proceedings are used in Utah. Informal probate is the simplest and works when there is a valid will and no disputes among heirs. Formal probate involves a court hearing and is required when the will is contested or circumstances are more complex. Supervised probate is the most structured type and used when the court decides the estate needs closer oversight. All three types appear in Millard County probate court records and can be searched through XChange.
Utah law requires that an heir survive the deceased by at least 120 hours under Utah Code § 75-2-104 to inherit through probate. There is also a three-year time limit to open probate after death under § 75-3-107. Missing these deadlines can affect an heir's rights, so knowing the dates matters when you review Millard County probate court records.
Access to court records in Utah is governed by the Government Records Access and Management Act, known as GRAMA, codified at Utah Code § 63G-2. This law makes most probate court records public. You do not need to be a party to the case to request copies at the Millard County courthouse or through XChange.
For help navigating probate in Millard County, the Utah State Bar offers a lawyer referral service that can connect you with attorneys who practice in rural Utah. The Utah Courts forms page also has the standard probate forms accepted by the Fourth District Court.
Nearby Counties
Millard County sits in central Utah and borders several other counties. If you are unsure which county holds a probate filing, the key question is where the deceased last lived. Probate is filed in the county of the person's last known residence.