Offender Resources
Offender Resources
Please ensure you read and review these requirements. This information is not intended as legal advice. For questions about your specific situation, please contact a qualified attorney.
This page provides information for individuals required to register as a sex, kidnap, or child abuse offender in Utah. It includes tools and resources to help you meet registration requirements and remain in compliance.
Responsibilities
Under Utah Code, individuals on the Utah Sex, Kidnap, and Child Abuse Offender Registry have the following statutory requirements:
- Utah Code 53-29-304 – Offender Responsibilities
- Utah Code 53-29-306 – Restrictions related to protected areas (as applicable)
- Utah Code 53-29-307 – Restrictions involving the presence of minors (as applicable)
This is not the complete list of registry requirements. It is your responsibility to read the entire Utah Code 53-29. If you are on supervision, you may have further restrictions not listed in this section.
When to Register?
Under Utah Code 53-29-304, registration is not a one-time event but a recurring requirement. All registrations must be completed in person:
| Timeframe | Registration Type & Details |
|---|---|
| Recurring | Annual and Semi-Annual: Individuals must register every year during their birth month and again six months later. |
| 3 Business Days | Change of Information: Any change in primary or secondary residence, employment, vehicle information, or educational status must be reported within three business days. |
| 10 Days | New Residents & Visiting Utah: Individuals moving to Utah from another jurisdiction are required to register within 10 days of entering the state, regardless of how long they plan to stay. Individuals visiting Utah for 10 days or more, within a 12-month period, are also required to register. |
| Employment & Study | Working or Education in Utah: Individuals working in Utah, regardless of residency, are required to register. Individuals physically attending a school in Utah, regardless of residency, are required to register. |
Registration Agency: Your registering agency is determined by whether you are currently under the supervision of Adult Probation and Parole (AP&P), and/or your current location. If you are currently being supervised by AP&P, no matter the offense, you will register with your AP&P Agent.
Are you currently under the supervision of Adult Probation & Parole (AP&P)?
Where do you live?
Registration Details
When to Pay
Under Utah Code 53-29-304, annual registration fees are mandatory.
| Fee Type | Amount | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fee (BCI) | $125.00 | You must pay fee of $125 to BCI every year during your birth month. |
| Local Agency Fee | Up to $25.00 | Your registering agency may also charge a separate processing fee of up to $25. |
Please Note: Fees are due during your birth month. Unpaid fees will be sent to state collections.
How to Pay?
Pay by Credit Card
By Phone:
Call our office during business hours to provide your card information securely:
By Encrypted Email:
You may send your credit card details via encrypted email to: [email protected]. Please include your name, invoice number, registration number, and date of birth in the email.
Pay by Mail
Payments must be made via cashier’s check or money order.
Please note that we do not accept personal checks.
Payable to:
Bureau of Criminal Identification
Mailing Address:
Bureau of Criminal Identification
4315 South 2700 West, Suite 1300
Taylorsville, UT 84129-2127
Pay in Person
Cash, credit card, or money order/cashier checks are accepted in person during standard business hours.
Please note that we do not accept personal checks.
Hours:
Monday–Friday
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
(Closed State and Federal Holidays)
Location:
4315 South 2700 West
Suite 1300
Taylorsville, UT 84129
Early Removal Overview
Utah law allows individuals on the Utah Sex, Kidnap, and Child Abuse Offender Registry to petition for removal before the end of their required registration period. Early removal is not automatic. You must meet specific legal requirements. The process starts with an application to BCI, if granted a Certificate of Eligibility, you continue with the court process for early removal. The court will review your case and make the final determination.
A Certificate of Eligibility is required prior to filing a petition with the court.
Note: Information below does not guarantee of a specific outcome.
Pathways for Early Removal
See Utah Code 78A-2-301 for information on court filing fees of petition for early removal applications.
Note: In addition to the application fee, see Utah Code 78A-2-301 for information on court filing fees specific to a petition for early removal.
Contact the Registry
If you have questions about your registration status, reporting requirements, or the process for removal, you may contact the registry team directly. Registry staff can provide general information and guidance on required procedures.
Office Hours
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Monday through Friday
(Excluding State and Federal Holidays)