Find Sex Offenders in Emery County
Emery County sex offenders are listed on the Utah Sex Offender Registry, a free public database managed by the Utah Department of Corrections. You can search the registry by name, zip code, or location to find registered sex offenders in Emery County and nearby areas. The Emery County Sheriff processes local registrations and reports updates to the state. Emery County also participates in the OffenderWatch network, which gives residents another way to search and receive alerts about registered offenders in their area.
Emery County Quick Facts
Emery County Sheriff and Registration
The Emery County Sheriff is responsible for processing sex offender registrations for all residents of Emery County. When a sex offender moves into the county, starts a new job, enrolls in school, or changes their address, they must report to the sheriff's office within three business days. The sheriff submits this information to the Utah Department of Corrections, which updates the statewide registry. This two-step process keeps local data tied to the state system.
The Emery County Sheriff office is based in Castle Dale and serves all communities across the county. The county spans a large area, so the sheriff's role in tracking registrations is important for rural areas that don't have a municipal police department. If you believe someone in Emery County is not complying with their registration requirements, you can contact the sheriff to report it. Failure to register in Emery County is a third-degree felony under Utah law.
Visit emerycounty.com/sheriff for the sheriff's office address, phone number, and hours. Contact them directly if you have questions about sex offender registration in Emery County.
Emery County Sex Offender Laws
Utah Code Title 77, Chapter 41 has long governed sex offender registration in Utah, including Emery County. In 2025, Utah moved these provisions to Title 53 as part of a broader reorganization of public safety laws. The core requirements did not change with that move. Offenders in Emery County must still register, pay the $100 annual fee, and verify their registration twice a year. The statutes are clear that compliance is not optional.
You can review the relevant statutes at the Utah Legislature's website. The page below shows Title 77, Chapter 41, which contains the registration rules that apply in Emery County and across the state.
Utah Code Title 77, Chapter 41 sets the registration rules for sex offenders statewide. You can read the full statute at le.utah.gov.
Emery County residents who are required to register must do so in the month of their birthday and again six months later. Any change in living arrangement, employment, or school status must be reported within three business days. Out-of-state offenders who move to Emery County have 10 days from their arrival to complete registration. These deadlines apply regardless of whether the person is supervised by Adult Probation and Parole or living independently in Emery County.
Note: The law prohibits sex offenders convicted of crimes against minors from living near schools, daycares, public pools, playgrounds, and parks anywhere in Utah, including Emery County.
Emery County OffenderWatch Network
Emery County participates in OffenderWatch, a platform used by law enforcement agencies to manage and share sex offender registry data. OffenderWatch connects local agencies with a broader network and helps ensure that changes to a registrant's information are reflected quickly across multiple systems. Residents of Emery County can use OffenderWatch to search for registered offenders and sign up for community notification alerts.
Community notification lets you receive an email or text when a sex offender registers or moves within a set distance of an address you choose. This is a practical tool for parents and others who want to stay informed about who is registered near their home, workplace, or school in Emery County. The service is free and does not require a government account to use.
OffenderWatch provides an additional way to search and receive alerts about registered sex offenders in Emery County. Visit offenderwatch.com to search or sign up for notifications.
Searching the Emery County Registry
The Utah Sex Offender Registry at sor.utah.gov is the official source for registered sex offenders in Emery County. The search tool is simple to use. You can enter a last name, city, or zip code and get a list of matching registrants. Each result includes a photo, the offender's registered address, and the offense that led to their registration. You do not need to log in or pay a fee to use the registry.
Searching by zip code is often the most useful approach in Emery County because community names vary. Small towns like Ferron, Huntington, and Green River each have different zip codes, and narrowing your search helps you get more accurate results. You can also search by name if you are looking for a specific person. The registry is public under Utah GRAMA (Utah Code 63G-2), and no explanation is needed to access it.
For multi-state searches, use the National Sex Offender Public Website at nsopw.gov. This federal tool links to all state registries and lets you search by name across multiple states at once. It is a good option if you want to check a person's history beyond Utah.
Registration Compliance in Emery County
Staying registered is a legal requirement, not a choice. Sex offenders in Emery County who fail to register on time face a third-degree felony charge. This is true whether they miss an annual check-in, fail to report a change of address, or do not register after moving to the county from out of state. The Emery County Sheriff enforces these rules and works with the Utah Department of Corrections to identify non-compliant offenders.
The Utah Department of Corrections at corrections.utah.gov provides oversight of the registry at the state level. They manage the database, coordinate with county sheriffs, and can answer questions about registration requirements that apply across the state. If you have a question that the Emery County Sheriff cannot answer, the state agency is your next point of contact.
Name changes are not permitted while a person is on the registry. This rule prevents offenders from using a new legal name to obscure their record. It applies to all registrants in Emery County and throughout Utah. Courts will not approve a name change for someone who is currently required to be on the sex offender registry.
Cities in Emery County
Emery County includes communities such as Castle Dale, Ferron, Huntington, and Green River. None of these cities meet the population threshold for a dedicated city page. All sex offender registrations in Emery County are handled through the Emery County Sheriff's office in Castle Dale.
Nearby Counties
Emery County borders several other Utah counties. If you are searching near county lines, check the registries for adjacent counties as well.