Jefferson County Criminal Records
Jefferson's court system includes a combined district and county court, which have general jurisdiction over most civil and criminal cases. Interested parties can search for court records or case information using the online records service provided by the Colorado Judicial Branch. Requesters can also obtain records directly by contacting the clerk of court at:
Jefferson County District Court
100 Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: (720) 772-2500
Fax: (720) 772-2787
In addition to the district and county court, Jefferson is home to multiple municipal court, which preside over ordinance violations, small claims and other cases. Residents can obtain municipal court records by visiting the location where the case was filed:
Morrison Municipal Court
110 Stone Street
Morrison, CO 80465
Phone: (303) 697-8749
Fax: 303-697-875
Mountain View Municipal Court
4176 Benton Street
Mountain View, CO 80212
Phone: (303) 432-9097
Fax: (303) 420-2011
Lakewood Municipal Court
445 South Allison Parkway
Lakewood, CO 80226
Phone: (303) 987-7400
Fax: (303) 987-7447
Westminster Municipal Court
3030 Turnpike Drive
Westminster, CO 80030
Phone: (303) 658-2240
Fax: (303) 429-8684
Golden Municipal Court
911 10th Street
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: (303) 384-8006
Edgewater Municipal Court
2401 Sheridan Boulevard
Edgewater, CO 80214
Phone: (303) 763-3005
Arvada Municipal Court
8101 Ralston Road
Arvada, CO 80002
Phone: (720) 898-7150
Wheat Ridge Municipal Court
7500 West 29th Avenue
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone: (303) 235-2835
Fax: (303) 235-2829
How to Obtain Background Information
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) serves as the central repository of criminal arrest records for the state. It provides public access to an internet criminal history check system (ICHC) that members of the public can use to find information on arrest records. Searches must include the subject's name and date of birth. Requesters can also improve the accuracy of the results by proving an IDT number (issued by the CBI) or social security number.
How to Obtain Inmate Information
The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office provides an online inmate lookup tool that members of the public can use to search for inmates held in custody. Interested parties can conduct searches by last name, first name, or booking date. The tool provides the location of the inmate as well as added details such as bonds, charges, and scheduled court dates.
Similarly, the Colorado Department of Corrections (DOC) maintains a public database that contains statewide information on offenders held in correctional inmate facilities. Requesters can locate the facilities where offenders by conducting searches using the department's inmate search tool.
How to Obtain Sex Offender Information
The Jefferson County Sheriff Office maintains an updated list of registered sex offenders living in the county. Residents can also view the list in person at any of the sheriff's office at 200 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80419. The Sheriff's office also publishes a list of sexually violent predators on its website. In addition, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation provides online access to a statewide sex offender registry.
Jefferson County Court Records
How to Find Divorce Records
Residents can obtain records of divorce decrees filed in Jefferson County by contacting the clerk of the county districtWWi court at the:
Jefferson Combined Court
100 Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80401
The office is open from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. from Monday through Friday. The court also provides an online self-help request portal that members of the public can use to find divorce documents or information. Requesters will need to provide relevant information such as the case number, names of the spouses involved and the date of the event.
How to Obtain Divorce Verifications
The Colorado Department of Public Health & Environment issues verification certificates for divorces or marriage dissolutions. Eligible parties can order a copy in person at the main campus located at Vital Records Section, 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver, CO 80246. Requests can also be made by mail. Applications must include a duly completed form and the applicable fee.
How to Obtain Birth and Death Records
Birth and death certificates can be obtained at the Jefferson County Public Health Vital Records office. The office issues records for births occurring in the county from 1903 till present. Interested parties can obtain records in person at 800 Jefferson County Parkway, Suite 1300, Golden, CO 80401. The office opens between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from Monday through Friday.
Requests must include a duly completed birth certificate application form or death certificate application form. Applications must also be accompanied by a copy of a valid photo ID, such as a state ID, passport or driver's license. The office charges a $20.00 fee for birth/death certificates and $13.00 for each additional certificate.
Birth and death records can also be obtained from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. County residents can apply for records in person at the Vital Records Section, located at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver. All applications must include a copy of a valid I.D and documents supporting proof of relationship.
How to Find Marriage Records
The Jefferson County Clerk-Recorder manages the records of marriages that occurred in the county. Members of the public can request records in person at the records department located at 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Suite 2560, Golden, CO 80419.
Are Property Records Open to the Public in Jefferson County?
Property records fall under the umbrella of public records as provided by the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). To access Jefferson County property records, applicants will have to submit a request to the County Assessor or the Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder.
Where and How to Find Property Records in Jefferson County
The Office of the Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder is responsible for recording and maintaining a repository of the county's land and Jefferson County property records. Documented land and property records include:
- Abstract of land entries between 1863 to 1915
- Abstract of titles received from private donors
- Deed and records books
- Foreclosure registers
- Tract Index Books from 1910 to 1987
People can obtain copies of property records by contacting:
The Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder
Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80419
Phone: (303) 271-6511
How to Look Up Jefferson County Property Records
Requesters can look up Jefferson County property records by searching the online property repository maintained by the Jefferson County Assessor's office. The repository contains many tools for filtering results. Users can:
- Search by owner's name,
- Search by the address of the property,
- Search by the Property Index Number (PIN) or the Schedule Number,
- Search by the Assessors Identification Number AIN or Parcel ID,
- Search by the property’s Document or Instrument Number,
- Search by the Property Sales Information,
- Search by the Land Subdivision,
- Search by the Neighborhood of the property,
- Search by the Property TAG or Tax District, or
- Search by the Property Tax Authority.
When users type in the search fields, search results will be displayed instantly in a list under the search fields. Requesters are also allowed to book appointments for in-person services at the Assessor's office from Monday's to Thursday's between 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at:
100 Jefferson County Parkway
Suite 2500
Golden, CO 80419
Phone: (303) 271-8600
Fax: (303) 271-8616
Email: assessor@jeffco.us
In addition to property record searches, the Assessor’s office offers other property-related online services such as:
- Address lookup tool: It provides detailed geographical and political information about addresses in the county.
- Business personal property change of address: This allows business owners to change their mailing addresses through the county assessor’s office.
- Parcel maps: Grants access to the county’s parcel layer for graphically viewing, selecting, and printing parcel maps.
- Provide access to business property inventory
- Real property change of mailing address: This service authorizes the Assessor’s office to modify a piece of the property’s mailing address
Location of Jefferson County Township Property Assessor
Jefferson County Parkway
Golden, CO 80419
Phone: (303) 271-8600
Fax: (303) 271-8616
Email: assessor@jeffco.us
What Are Jefferson County Court Records?
Jefferson County Court Records are official documents, indexes, recordings, registers and others that provide an account of judicial proceedings or are related to a hearing or filing. These records are maintained by the Jefferson County Clerk of Court which manages and disseminates them through the Court Records Management System (CMS).
Location of Courts in the County
The addresses and contact information of courts in Jefferson County, Colorado are as follows:
Jefferson County District Court
100 Jefferson County Parkway,
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: (720) 772-2500
Fax: (720) 772-2787
County Court of Jefferson County
100 Jefferson County Parkway,
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: (720) 772-2500
Fax: (720) 772-2787
Arvada Municipal Court
8101 Ralston Road,
Arvada, CO 80002
Phone: (720) 898-7150
Edgewater Municipal Court
2401 Sheridan Boulevard,
Edgewater, CO 80214
Phone: (303) 763-3005
Golden Municipal Court
911 10th Street,
Golden, CO 80401
Phone: (303) 384-8006
Lakewood Municipal Court
445 South Allison Parkway,
Lakewood, CO 80226
Phone: (303) 987-7400
Fax: (303) 987-7447
Morrison Municipal Court
110 Stone Street,
Morrison, CO 80465
Phone: (303) 697-8749
Fax: (303) 697-8752
Mountain View Municipal Court
4176 Benton Street,
Mountain View, CO 80212
Phone: (303) 432-9097
Fax: (303) 420-2011
Westminster Municipal Court
3030 Turnpike Drive,
Westminster, CO 80030
Phone: (303) 658-2240
Fax: (303) 429-8684
Wheat Ridge Municipal Court
7500 West 29th Avenue,
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone: (303) 235-2835
Fax: (303) 235-2829
