Borys v. Ballard: Motion to Release Crime Lab DNA Report

Borys v. Ballard: Motion to Release Utah State Crime Lab DNA Report

Overview

This document is a motion filed by plaintiffs Celeste Borys and Michael Borys in the Third Judicial District Court, Salt Lake County, Utah.

The motion requests a court order requiring the Utah State Crime Lab to release a DNA report related to evidence submitted in connection with allegations against Tim Ballard.

Core Request

FACT (Page 1)

  • Plaintiffs seek:
    • an order compelling release of a DNA report
  • The report concerns:
    • semen identified on an article of clothing belonging to Celeste Borys

Plaintiff Allegations

ALLEGATION (Pages 2–3)

The filing asserts that:

  • Celeste Borys was:
    • employed as an executive assistant to Tim Ballard
    • involved as a “Couples Ruse” partner during operations
  • Plaintiffs allege:
    • Ballard used the “Couples Ruse” to sexually assault Borys beginning in November 2022
    • an incident occurred in Lindon, Utah, during which Ballard allegedly:
      • ejaculated onto Borys’ clothing
  • The filing also references:
    • another individual identified as “JJ”
    • allegations of additional sexual relationships involving Ballard

Forensic Evidence Claim

ALLEGATION (Page 3)

  • Plaintiffs state:
    • the clothing was submitted to law enforcement
    • the Utah State Crime Lab:
      • identified a sperm sample
      • and allegedly matched the DNA to Tim Ballard
  • Plaintiffs assert:
    • a detective confirmed the DNA match to them

Law Enforcement Status

FACT (Pages 3–4)

  • The document states:
    • the matter was reported to the Utah County Sheriff’s Office (UCSO)
    • the clothing was submitted as evidence
    • the case is part of an ongoing criminal investigation
  • Law enforcement:
    • has declined to release the DNA report at this time

Supporting Exhibits

FACT

The motion includes multiple exhibits:

  • Exhibit A: Text message screenshots referencing communications between parties
  • Exhibit B: Lindon Police Department report documenting a sexual assault complaint
  • Exhibits C–E: Text communications with law enforcement regarding DNA results and access
  • Exhibit F: GRAMA-related materials

Legal Arguments

FACT (Pages 4–7)

Plaintiffs argue:

  1. The DNA report is:
    • relevant to the merits of the case
    • necessary to evaluate claims and defenses
  2. The report should be released under:
    • equitable doctrines (including “clean hands”)
    • public interest considerations
  3. Plaintiffs contend:
    • the evidence may confirm or contradict Ballard’s denial of sexual contact

Defendant Position (as described in filing)

FACT (Page 3)

  • The motion states that Ballard:
    • denies any sexual assault
    • claims Borys fabricated allegations due to personal feelings

Limitations

FACT

  • This document is:
    • a plaintiff motion, not a court ruling
  • Allegations:
    • have not been adjudicated in this filing
  • The claimed DNA match:
    • is presented by plaintiffs and not independently verified within the document

Conclusion

The filing seeks judicial intervention to compel release of a DNA report allegedly linking Tim Ballard to biological evidence on clothing, which plaintiffs argue is central to claims of sexual assault and relevant to ongoing litigation and investigation.

Boyrs v. Ballard – Motion Release Crime LabDownload

Resources & Further Reading

Derailed: Operation Underground Railroad (O.U.R.) – American Crime Journal |

O.U.R. Legal Archive – American Crime Journal |

Davis County Criminal Investigation into Tim Ballard & O.U.R. – American Crime Journal |

Lindon Police Department Report: Tim Ballard – American Crime Journal |

Utah County Sheriff’s Office Report: Tim Ballard – American Crime Journal |

The Deposition of Jon Lines – American Crime Journal |

First Amended Complaint: WW, et al. v. Ballard et al. – American Crime Journal |