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Top topic Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
Top topic Court Records Civil, criminal, and court access resources.
Top topic Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
Top topic Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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State of Colorado Most Updated Online Public and Criminal Records Portal

Updated March 31, 2026

The criminal history central repository of arrest records for Colorado are held at the state's Department of Public Safety, computerized criminal history (CCH) database where background checks can be requested. Conduct your own search for birth, death and other vital records online, by phone, by mail or in person from the Department of public health and safety as well as over one hundred other state and local government depar…

Official sources 61 Direct state links currently rendered on this page
Counties County coverage 62 County-level public records coverage tied to Colorado
FAQ / Q&A 9 Live statewide answers surfaced from the database
Bonus cities 28 Standalone city record pages currently shown

About Colorado

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Criminal Records Criminal history tools, sheriff links, and related justice records.
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Court Records Civil, criminal, and court access resources.
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Expungements Record-clearance and expungement guidance.
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Inmate Search Custody, jail, and inmate lookup resources.
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Most Wanted Wanted-person and fugitive resources.
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Police Police department and public-safety resources.
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County Sheriff County sheriff and detention access points.
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Background Checks Background screening and identity research resources.
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Asset Search Asset, ownership, and locator resources.
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DMV Driver, vehicle, and DMV resource links.
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Vital Records Birth, death, marriage, and health-record links.
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Genealogy Family-history and genealogy research tools.
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Missing Children Missing-child alerts and support resources.
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The criminal history central repository of arrest records for Colorado are held at the state's Department of Public Safety, computerized criminal history (CCH) database where background checks can be requested. Conduct your own search for birth, death and other vital records online, by phone, by mail or in person from the Department of public health and safety as well as over one hundred other state and local government depar…

Colorado is ranked eight in the United States by size with just over 104,000 square miles. It's capital city Denver was primarily known for the gold rush in 1858 and is the present home of the state capitol building and government. There are 64 counties that serve as an extension of Colorado's state governments. 271 cities in Colorado serve to address local issues and residents. Cities elect official such as mayor, commissions and committees. Colorado, the "Centennial State" obtained statehood on August 1, 1876, 100 years after the signing of our nation's Declaration of Independence. The name Colorado, has its o…

State snapshot Did you know? In Colorado, arrest lookups usually move from city police to county jail and court records, so checking local and county pages first is often the fastest route before statewide searches. Quick route: county jail and court pages usually become more useful right after the city police stage.
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Q What is included in a Colorado background check?
In Colorado, background checks are governed by the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) (Colorado Revised Statutes § 24-72-201 through § 24-72-309). They may include criminal history, sex offender status, court filings, arrest records, and vital statistics. Agencies must respond within 3 business days. The law is administered by Colorado Secretary of State, Open Records Team; local government disputes go to district courts.
Q Where can I find police reports in Colorado?
Police reports in Colorado are public records under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). Submit your request to the agency that generated the report. Who may request: Any person - no residency requirement. Response deadline: 3 business days. If access is denied, you may appeal to district or circuit court. Under the Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. § 24-72-201), most incident and accident reports become public after the investigation is closed. Requests can be submitted to the records division of the reporting agency. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) handles reports generated by state troopers; local police departments and county sheriff offices handle their own reports. Allow 5-10 business days for standard requests; fees typically range from $5-$25 per report.
Q What are the procedures to obtain Colorado vital records, and what is included in those records with address, not URLs?
Vital records (birth, death, marriage, divorce) in Colorado are maintained by the state Department of Health or Vital Statistics. Standard fees: First hour of research is free; after that, agencies charge $41.37/hour (2025 ra. Certified copies carry separate fee schedules. Fee waivers may be available for journalists, nonprofits, and public-interest requesters - always ask.
Q What is the school district and performance data for Colorado?
The Colorado Department of Education provides school district performance data for all public schools in the state. The data includes information on student achievement, graduation rates, teacher quality, and school finance. The data can be accessed through the Colorado School Performance Framework website. Colorado Department of Education (www.cde.state.co.us) publishes annual school and district performance reports covering graduation rates, standardized test scores, chronic absenteeism, and college/career readiness. Reports are available on the agency's official website and are updated each fall following the close of the academic year. Parents and researchers can compare district performance across Colorado using the state's school accountability portal.
Q What is the crime statistics for Colorado?
Colorado crime statistics are compiled by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and published in the annual Crime in Colorado report at cbi.colorado.gov. FBI UCR data also covers Colorado. In 2022, Colorado reported a violent crime rate of approximately 400 per 100,000 residents, with property crime elevated in metro areas. The Colorado Division of Criminal Justice publishes detailed statistical summaries at cdps.colorado.gov.
Q If I get arrested in Colorado where would I go to jail and court? include address.
If arrested in Colorado, you would be taken to the local county jail. Court appearances are scheduled in the county where the arrest occurred. Under the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA), arrest records and booking information are generally public. Oversight: Colorado Secretary of State, Open Records Team; local government disputes go to district courts. Appeals go to district or circuit court.
Q Can I find Public records in Colorado State Library?
Yes. Colorado state and public libraries provide access to public records databases. The Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) (Colorado Revised Statutes § 24-72-201 through § 24-72-309) guarantees public access to government documents. Many libraries offer free access to LexisNexis, court records portals, and vital record indexes. The Colorado State Library, 201 E provides free public access to government records, genealogy databases (Ancestry.com, HeritageQuest), legal research tools (LexisNexis, Westlaw), and historical newspaper archives. Under the Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. § 24-72-201), library patrons can request government documents through the library's inter-agency loan and records request services at no charge. Many local public libraries throughout Colorado also offer digital access to court records and vital statistics indexes.
Q Where is the Colorado State Library located?
The Colorado State Library is located in Denver, Colorado. The library maintains public access to government records, historical archives, genealogy databases, and legal research tools. Under the Colorado Open Records Act (C.R.S. § 24-72-201), Colorado residents may request government documents through the state library's reference services. Collections include census records, land patents, vital statistics indexes, and digitized newspapers. Most state library services are free to Colorado residents. Contact the library by phone or visit the official CO state library website for research guides and online catalog access.
Q Colorado State fingerprinting office
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) provides fingerprinting services at its regional offices throughout the state. To find the nearest FDLE office, visit the FDLE website and use the Office Locator tool. Residents can also be fingerprinted at local sheriff offices, police departments, and approved private LiveScan vendors throughout Colorado. Prints are submitted electronically to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI) and to the FBI for national background checks. Common purposes include employment, professional licensing, adoption, volunteer work, and immigration. Standard fee: $5-$25 for ink cards; $20-$50 for electronic LiveScan. Allow 3-7 business days for results to be returned to the requesting agency.
Did you know?

Some Colorado cities have standalone record pages

Fun fact: some Colorado cities skip the county layer entirely. They have their own public record hubs—go straight to them below.

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Aguilar

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Arriba

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Ault

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Bennett

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Bow Mar

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Buena Vista

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Burlington

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Canon City

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Carbondale

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Castle Pines

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Central City

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Cheyenne Wells

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Collbran

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Columbine Valley

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Crested Butte

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De Beque

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Dolores

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Lyons

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Last reviewed: Mar 25, 2026 Updated: Mar 25, 2026