Cheyenne County

Cheyenne County is located in the far eastern plains of Colorado, bordering Kansas to the east. Cheyenne County seat is Cheyenne Wells, a small community that is the governmental and commercial hub for this rural county. Established in 1889, Cheyenne County includes approximately 1,781 square miles of high plains terrain characterized by agricultural land, grasslands, and wide-open vistas. The population is approximately 1,732 residents, making it one of Colorado's least populous counties. Cheyenne County is part of Colorado's agricultural heartland, with vast wheat fields, cattle ranches, and irrigated cropland defining the scene. Major landmarks include the historic Cheyenne County Courthouse in Cheyenne County Wells and remnants of the Smoky Hill Trail, an important pioneer route. Cheyenne County is also home to portions of the Arikaree River watershed. Cheyenne County government operates through several key offices: Cheyenne County Clerk and Recorder, located at 51 South 1st Street East in Cheyenne Wells area Wells, handles vital records, elections, and property recording; Cheyenne County Assessor, also at the courthouse at 51 South 1st Street East, manages property valuations and tax assessments; and Cheyenne County Treasurer collects property taxes. Cheyenne County's remote location and small population create a close community where agriculture remains the economic foundation, and where residents maintain strong connections to Colorado's pioneering heritage and rural traditions.

Sheriff & Law Enforcement

Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office is responsible for maintaining law and order in the unincorporated areas of Cheyenne County. The office oversees patrol operations, manages Cheyenne County jail, processes arrests, and maintains criminal records. Notable divisions within the office include patrol, investigations, and community services, which work collaboratively to ensure the safety and security of Cheyenne County.

Police Departments

In addition to Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office, law enforcement in Cheyenne County includes the Cheyenne Wells Police Department. The Cheyenne Wells Police Department focuses on law enforcement within the city limits, handling local incidents and working closely with the Sheriff's Office to ensure full coverage and response to emergencies.

Law Enforcement & Arrests

Cheyenne County Sheriff's Office, headquartered at 51 South 1st Street East in Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810, provides primary law enforcement services throughout Cheyenne County's 1,781 square miles. Cheyenne County Jail, located at the same address as the Sheriff's Office, houses inmates awaiting trial or serving short-term sentences.

• Processing fees may apply for copying and research time.
• Mugshots and booking photos are typically available through direct requests to the Sheriff's Office, though they are not published online.

Criminal Records

Criminal records in Cheyenne County, CO are maintained by local law enforcement agencies and the court system. Background checks are typically obtained through state-level repositories or authorized vendors. For an authoritative source, see Records and Background Checks | Colorado Bureau of Investigation.

Arrest Records

Arrest records in Cheyenne County, CO are public under most state public-records laws unless sealed or expunged by a court. They are maintained by the arresting agency, primarily the County Sheriff's Office and municipal police departments.

Jail & Inmate Records

The Cheyenne County jail is operated by the County Sheriff's Office and houses pretrial detainees and short-sentence inmates. Inmate locator tools allow public searches by name or booking number.

• Look up current inmates and booking information at Cheyenne County, CO Inmate Search - StateCourts.
• Sheriff's Office: Sheriff's Office | Cheyenne County Colorado.
• The bond and bail process allows for the release of detainees under conditions set by the court; inquiries about recently arrested individuals can be directed to the jail's administrative office.

Cheyenne County is served by the 15th Judicial District Court of Colorado, which also covers Baca, Kiowa, and Prowers counties. Cheyenne County Combined Courts are located at 51 South 1st Street East, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810 This court handles civil, criminal, domestic relations, probate, juvenile, and mental health cases.

• County Court, also housed at the same address, handles misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic violations, civil cases under $25,000, protection orders, and small claims matters up to $7,500.
• The Colorado Judicial Branch provides an online case lookup system at www.courts.state.co.us/Courts/Index.cfm, though availability for older Cheyenne County cases may be limited.
• Certified copies of court documents cost $1.00 per page, with a $20.00 certification fee.
• The Clerk of Court can provide case information and copies upon request, subject to applicable fees and restrictions.

Cheyenne County Clerk and Recorder, located at 51 South 1st Street East, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810, phone, is the official custodian of land and property records. This office maintains and records deeds, mortgages, deeds of trust, liens, releases, easements, plat maps, subdivision documents, oil and gas leases, Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) filings, and other instruments affecting real property in Cheyenne County. Recording fees are established by Colorado statute (C.R.S.

• § 30-1-103) and typically range from $13 for the first page to $5 for each additional page, with additional fees for certain types of documents.
• Certified copies of recorded documents cost $2.00 for the first page and $1.00 for each additional page.

Vital records for Cheyenne County, Colorado are maintained by Cheyenne County Clerk and Recorder at 51 South 1st Street East, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810 Birth certificates for births occurring in Cheyenne County can be requested from the County Clerk, though certified copies are typically obtained through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Vital Records Section, located at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South, Denver, CO 80246, or online at www.colorado.gov/cdphe/VitalRecords.

• The current fee for a certified birth certificate is $20.00 for the first copy and $13.00 for each additional copy ordered at the same time.
• Death certificates cost $20.00 for the first certified copy and $13.00 for additional copies.
• The marriage license fee is approximately $30.00, and there is no waiting period in Colorado.
• Certified copies of marriage certificates cost $17.00.

Business and licensing records in Cheyenne County are maintained by several agencies depending on the type of business activity. Cheyenne County Clerk and Recorder at 51 South 1st Street East, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810, phone, maintains trade name filings (Doing Business As or DBA registrations) for sole proprietorships and partnerships operating under a name other than the owner's legal name. Trade name registration costs approximately $20.00 and must be renewed every five years.

• This free online search provides entity status, registered agent information, formation date, and principal office address.
• Cheyenne Wells Chamber of Commerce provides business support and networking opportunities for local enterprises; contact information can be found through community resources.

Explore public records for 4 cities and communities in Cheyenne County, Colorado.

Cheyenne County's economy is predominantly agricultural, reflecting its location in Colorado's eastern plains agricultural belt. Cheyenne County's major economic sectors include dryland wheat farming, irrigated corn production, cattle ranching, and related agricultural services. Large-scale grain operations dominate the scene, with many multi-generational family farms producing winter wheat, corn, milo, and sunflowers.

• The median household income in Cheyenne County is estimated at approximately $48,000-$52,000, somewhat below the Colorado state median but typical for rural agricultural counties.
• Cheyenne County's location along US Highway 40 and near Interstate 70 (accessible via Highway 385 north) provides some transportation advantage for agricultural commodity shipment.

Elections in Cheyenne County, Colorado are administered by Cheyenne County Clerk and Recorder, who is the Designated Election Official (DEO). The elections office is located at 51 South 1st Street East, Cheyenne Wells, CO 80810 Voter registration in Colorado is available online at www.coloradosos.gov/voter/pages/pub/olvr/verifyNewVoter.xhtml through the Colorado Secretary of State's secure system.

• Colorado requires voters to register at least 22 days before an election to receive a mail ballot, though same-day registration is available at voter service and polling centers through Election Day.
• Colorado is a universal mail ballot state under the Voter Access and Modernized Elections Act; all active registered voters automatically receive a mail ballot for every election.
• Absentee/mail ballot requests are automatically fulfilled for all active registered voters; voters who need replacement ballots can contact the County Clerk.