Salt Lake County, Utah

Probate in Salt Lake County, Utah

Salt Lake County probate filings are heard at the Salt Lake City courthouse under Utah law (Utah Code §§ 75-1-101 et seq. (Uniform Probate Code)). The process below applies statewide; specific court fees and forms are available from the Salt Lake County Clerk.

Salt Lake County probate at a glance

County seat
Salt Lake City
Court
District Court (Probate)
Population (est.)
1,186,421
Typical timeline
26–78 weeks
Filing fee
$375
Small-estate threshold
$100,000
Statute
Utah Code §§ 75-1-101 et seq. (Uniform Probate Code)

For exact fees + forms, check the Salt Lake County Clerk’s office or the state source: www.utcourts.gov.

Utah probate, step by step

  1. 1File application for informal probate with the District Court registrar
  2. 2Registrar appoints personal representative and issues letters
  3. 3Publish notice to creditors; three-month claim period runs
  4. 4Inventory assets and pay debts, taxes, and allowances
  5. 5File closing statement after one year

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This page is informational and is not legal advice. Probate procedure varies by county. Consult a licensed Utah probate attorney for advice specific to your situation.