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The Truth About Colorado Warrants
In the state of Colorado an arrest warrant is a written order which authorizes law enforcement to seize and bring into custody the person named in relation to a crime. According to the formal regulations required by the court system, an arrest warrant must be issued and signed by a neutral magistrate. Arrest warrants must be backed by factual and credible evidence. If evidence and testimony points to a reasonable assumption that the suspect most likely committed the offense then probable cause has been established. Once probable cause is evident a warrant will be drawn up by the court giving law enforcement the authority to make an arrest.
The Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure in the state of Colorado specifies that a warrant must be signed by a judge in order to be legally carried out and describe the offense for which the warrant was called for. The person for whom the warrant is directed must be identified by name or if the name is unknown must be clearly described so he or she can be identified with reasonable certainty by law enforcement agencies. When a suspect has been captured by police the warrant calls for the immediate arrest of the individual to be brought before the court so he or she can answer for the crime they are accused of.
If there is an arrest warrant in your name, know that you can be taken into custody at any time. If you’re not sure if you have a warrant, it's important to find out. Don’t risk a surprise arrest or legal consequences that may result in a loss of your driver’s license, increased fines or jail time because you didn’t know a warrant existed. The easiest and most convenient way to find out if you have an arrest warrant attached to your name is to use an online search system to conduct a background record search. Start by typing in your name in the search box above and you will see results instantly.
Colorado Open Records Act
In 1969, the Colorado legislature passed what is known as the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). This Colorado legislation was modeled after FOIA which governs the dissemination of public record information throughout the United States. The Colorado Open Records Act was basically designed to give the public access to Colorado state public records. Anyone can request and view public record information held by a government office, including the Secretary of State’s office. This includes arrest records, criminal history, and outstanding warrants. If you’ve been arrested in Colorado the following records can be available for public viewing
In Colorado there is no department or office that acts as a central repository for the state. That means each agency is responsible for holding records and fulfilling public record requests independently. When searching records, you can submit your request directly to the agency that holds the record. If you don’t know where the record resides you can always run a background check online. Or you can speak to a lawyer who can help you locate the records you need. If the record is of a criminal nature it’s a good idea to consult an attorney on your behalf so you handle the arrest or warrant record in your best interests.
CORA commands all agency requests for records be carried out in a timely manner. Records must be available for viewing within 3 business days that the request was made. This time period may be extended for up to 7 days in cases with extenuating circumstances as determined by the state.
Searching Arrest Records in Colorado
A good place to start if you are looking for warrant or arrest information in Colorado is the Colorado Department of Corrections. This agency will have information on individuals who have been incarcerated with the state. They offer an online offender search which allows you to search their database by name, gender and DOCNO number. They also list parole hearings which are open to the public. You can browse through their listings in case you need this type of information. The Colorado Department of Corrections asks you to please call to confirm that all information found on their site is accurate.
Department of Corrections Central Office
Department Headquarters
1250 Academy Park Loop
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Phone: 719-579-9580
Adult Parole Headquarters
Administration Office
940 Broadway
Denver CO 80203
phone: 303-763-2420
Office Hours are 8am to 5pm
Colorado Court Records
If you need to find court records in Colorado the first place you can try is the Colorado Judicial Branch site. There you will find a wealth of contact and court information related to all courts in the state. You can search for court information by county. All counties are conveniently listed in alphabetical order. Click on the county you want and a page with court house information in that county will come up along with the address on file, contact info, special announcements, and any other relevant information pertinent to the county.
If you are looking for a district court the site has every district in the state from the first to the 22nd. Choose the court you need and you will be taken to specific information regarding that court including address, phone number, and other court related data.
You have the option of requesting public court records directly from the Colorado Judicial Branch site. Required information is needed to conduct a search such as case number and county, so be prepared to provide all you know about the court case to ensure accurate results. Please note that not all court records are accessible online. Ones possibly omitted are suppressed cases, juvenile records or records which have been protected. These records may only be available in person. In that case you would have to go to the appropriate court to get the information you need.
If you need to search court dockets you can do that too from the Colorado Judicial cite. Again, the more information you can provide the better results you will get. You can search by county, name, case number, and even narrow down your search by district or county courts.
Fort more information about obtaining access to court records in the state of Colorado you can obtain facts here as amended by the Chief Justice Directive. Or you can visit them at the addresses below.
Contact Information for the Colorado Judicial Department
Office of the State Court Administrator
1300 Broadway, Suite 1200
Denver, CO 80203
720-625-5000
800-888-0001
Colorado Supreme Court
2 East 14th Avenue
Denver, CO 80203
720-625-5150
Colorado Court of Appeals
2 East 14th Avenue
Denver, CO 80203
720-625-5150
Getting an Arrest or Criminal Record Removed in Colorado
In Colorado, like other U.S. states, you can petition the courts to seal your arrest or criminal record so you can clear your name. However, there are specific regulations to follow when applying for record removal. Also important to note is that certain records can not be sealed due to their nature. It's strongly suggested if you're looking to get a record removed or sealed from your personal file to hire a lawyer to make sure the record is removed successfully.
Below are a few guidelines governing the removal of records in Colorado.You can apply to have a record sealed if you are an adult and were:
• Found not guilty.
• Your case was dismissed by the courts.
• You were arrested, not charged and the statute of limitations for the offense has passed.
• You were arrested, not charged and the statute of limitations has NOT passed, but law enforcement agencies are no longer investigating you for the crime you were suspected of committing.
As a general rule, a class 1 or class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense and a class A or class B traffic infraction cannot be sealed in Colorado. Other situations that do not allow for sealing of records are a deferred judgment and sentence having to do with unlawful sexual behavior, a deferred judgment and sentence for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while ability impaired (DWAI), or a deferred judgment and sentence for an offense if you are the holder of a commercial driver’s license, or operate a commercial motor vehicle.
It’s significant to state that you will not be able to apply for a sealing of any record in which you owe restitution, fines, late fees, court fines, or any other fees related to the record you wish to seal. All fees must be paid in advance or the court will not grant your request. The steps to file the paperwork necessary to seal your records can be obtained from the District Court of the county in which the record you wish to have sealed resides
Once a record has been sealed anyone from the general public who requests the record will not have access to the files anymore. Despite the fact that the sealed record is hidden from public view, the record, however, is not permanently destroyed. Colorado courts, law enforcement agencies and criminal justice agencies will always have access to all records even the ones that have been sealed. The state of Colorado requires a $65 processing fee when a motion is made to seal records. You have the right to request your filing fees be waived if you can't afford it or to be put on a payment plan.
In the state of Colorado an arrest warrant is a written order which authorizes law enforcement to seize and bring into custody the person named in relation to a crime. According to the formal regulations required by the court system, an arrest warrant must be issued and signed by a neutral magistrate. Arrest warrants must be backed by factual and credible evidence. If evidence and testimony points to a reasonable assumption that the suspect most likely committed the offense then probable cause has been established. Once probable cause is evident a warrant will be drawn up by the court giving law enforcement the authority to make an arrest.
The Federal Rules of Criminal Procedure in the state of Colorado specifies that a warrant must be signed by a judge in order to be legally carried out and describe the offense for which the warrant was called for. The person for whom the warrant is directed must be identified by name or if the name is unknown must be clearly described so he or she can be identified with reasonable certainty by law enforcement agencies. When a suspect has been captured by police the warrant calls for the immediate arrest of the individual to be brought before the court so he or she can answer for the crime they are accused of.
If there is an arrest warrant in your name, know that you can be taken into custody at any time. If you’re not sure if you have a warrant, it's important to find out. Don’t risk a surprise arrest or legal consequences that may result in a loss of your driver’s license, increased fines or jail time because you didn’t know a warrant existed. The easiest and most convenient way to find out if you have an arrest warrant attached to your name is to use an online search system to conduct a background record search. Start by typing in your name in the search box above and you will see results instantly.
Colorado Open Records Act
In 1969, the Colorado legislature passed what is known as the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA). This Colorado legislation was modeled after FOIA which governs the dissemination of public record information throughout the United States. The Colorado Open Records Act was basically designed to give the public access to Colorado state public records. Anyone can request and view public record information held by a government office, including the Secretary of State’s office. This includes arrest records, criminal history, and outstanding warrants. If you’ve been arrested in Colorado the following records can be available for public viewing
• Arrest Records
• Outstanding Warrants
• State Criminal Check
• National Criminal Check
• Incarceration Dates
• Conviction Records
• Court Records
• Background History
• DUI/Traffic Warrants
• Child Support Warrants
• Name/DOB
• Current Address
• Property Records
• Marriage/Divorce Records
• And More
• Outstanding Warrants
• State Criminal Check
• National Criminal Check
• Incarceration Dates
• Conviction Records
• Court Records
• Background History
• DUI/Traffic Warrants
• Child Support Warrants
• Name/DOB
• Current Address
• Property Records
• Marriage/Divorce Records
• And More
In Colorado there is no department or office that acts as a central repository for the state. That means each agency is responsible for holding records and fulfilling public record requests independently. When searching records, you can submit your request directly to the agency that holds the record. If you don’t know where the record resides you can always run a background check online. Or you can speak to a lawyer who can help you locate the records you need. If the record is of a criminal nature it’s a good idea to consult an attorney on your behalf so you handle the arrest or warrant record in your best interests.
CORA commands all agency requests for records be carried out in a timely manner. Records must be available for viewing within 3 business days that the request was made. This time period may be extended for up to 7 days in cases with extenuating circumstances as determined by the state.
Searching Arrest Records in Colorado
A good place to start if you are looking for warrant or arrest information in Colorado is the Colorado Department of Corrections. This agency will have information on individuals who have been incarcerated with the state. They offer an online offender search which allows you to search their database by name, gender and DOCNO number. They also list parole hearings which are open to the public. You can browse through their listings in case you need this type of information. The Colorado Department of Corrections asks you to please call to confirm that all information found on their site is accurate.
Department of Corrections Central Office
Department Headquarters
1250 Academy Park Loop
Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Phone: 719-579-9580
Adult Parole Headquarters
Administration Office
940 Broadway
Denver CO 80203
phone: 303-763-2420
Office Hours are 8am to 5pm
Colorado Court Records
If you need to find court records in Colorado the first place you can try is the Colorado Judicial Branch site. There you will find a wealth of contact and court information related to all courts in the state. You can search for court information by county. All counties are conveniently listed in alphabetical order. Click on the county you want and a page with court house information in that county will come up along with the address on file, contact info, special announcements, and any other relevant information pertinent to the county.
If you are looking for a district court the site has every district in the state from the first to the 22nd. Choose the court you need and you will be taken to specific information regarding that court including address, phone number, and other court related data.
You have the option of requesting public court records directly from the Colorado Judicial Branch site. Required information is needed to conduct a search such as case number and county, so be prepared to provide all you know about the court case to ensure accurate results. Please note that not all court records are accessible online. Ones possibly omitted are suppressed cases, juvenile records or records which have been protected. These records may only be available in person. In that case you would have to go to the appropriate court to get the information you need.
If you need to search court dockets you can do that too from the Colorado Judicial cite. Again, the more information you can provide the better results you will get. You can search by county, name, case number, and even narrow down your search by district or county courts.
Fort more information about obtaining access to court records in the state of Colorado you can obtain facts here as amended by the Chief Justice Directive. Or you can visit them at the addresses below.
Contact Information for the Colorado Judicial Department
Office of the State Court Administrator
1300 Broadway, Suite 1200
Denver, CO 80203
720-625-5000
800-888-0001
Colorado Supreme Court
2 East 14th Avenue
Denver, CO 80203
720-625-5150
Colorado Court of Appeals
2 East 14th Avenue
Denver, CO 80203
720-625-5150
Getting an Arrest or Criminal Record Removed in Colorado
In Colorado, like other U.S. states, you can petition the courts to seal your arrest or criminal record so you can clear your name. However, there are specific regulations to follow when applying for record removal. Also important to note is that certain records can not be sealed due to their nature. It's strongly suggested if you're looking to get a record removed or sealed from your personal file to hire a lawyer to make sure the record is removed successfully.
Below are a few guidelines governing the removal of records in Colorado.You can apply to have a record sealed if you are an adult and were:
• Found not guilty.
• Your case was dismissed by the courts.
• You were arrested, not charged and the statute of limitations for the offense has passed.
• You were arrested, not charged and the statute of limitations has NOT passed, but law enforcement agencies are no longer investigating you for the crime you were suspected of committing.
As a general rule, a class 1 or class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense and a class A or class B traffic infraction cannot be sealed in Colorado. Other situations that do not allow for sealing of records are a deferred judgment and sentence having to do with unlawful sexual behavior, a deferred judgment and sentence for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while ability impaired (DWAI), or a deferred judgment and sentence for an offense if you are the holder of a commercial driver’s license, or operate a commercial motor vehicle.
It’s significant to state that you will not be able to apply for a sealing of any record in which you owe restitution, fines, late fees, court fines, or any other fees related to the record you wish to seal. All fees must be paid in advance or the court will not grant your request. The steps to file the paperwork necessary to seal your records can be obtained from the District Court of the county in which the record you wish to have sealed resides
Once a record has been sealed anyone from the general public who requests the record will not have access to the files anymore. Despite the fact that the sealed record is hidden from public view, the record, however, is not permanently destroyed. Colorado courts, law enforcement agencies and criminal justice agencies will always have access to all records even the ones that have been sealed. The state of Colorado requires a $65 processing fee when a motion is made to seal records. You have the right to request your filing fees be waived if you can't afford it or to be put on a payment plan.
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Guarantee of Privacy. Your searches and transactions through our system are 100% confidential and secure and are not recorded in anyway with government bureaus.You can search with confidence at ColoradoArrestWarrants.org.
ColoradoArrestWarrants.org is not a consumer reporting agency as based on the Fair Credit Reporting Act ("FCRA"), and the information in our databases has not been collected in whole or in part for the purpose of furnishing consumer reports, as defined in the FCRA.
The Facts You Should Know About Warrants
Warrants are used in the United States legal system to uphold the law and punish citizens for harming others. There are many types of warrants, each serving a different purpose. Warrants typically work as follows. For law enforcement to legally arrest someone for a crime not committed within their view, the law requires an arrest warrant be issued for the person in question. Probable cause needs to be established for a judge to issue such a warrant and for law enforcement to make an arrest. A warrant is not needed, however, to arrest someone if law enforcement witnesses a person committing a crime in a public place.
What is probable cause?
Probable cause means an officer has gathered sufficient evidence against a suspect that strongly implicates the individual in relation to the crime. This evidence is obtained from public testimony, clues at the scene, and criminal details. All evidence collected must be presented in front of a judge who will consider the information carefully before issuing a search or arrest warrant. Law enforcement must be able to prove that the individual in question most likely committed the crime in order to get a legal warrant and carry out an arrest. A valid arrest warrant is one that includes:
• Adequate evidence of probable cause
• Is issued by a neutral and detached magistrate
• Free of false information and evidence
• Describes or names the person to be arrested
Below are some of the more common warrants used in the United States today. It’s important to know the difference between the various types of warrants to help you understand the U.S. legal system and avoid undue issues with the law.
Search Warrants: A search warrant authorizes law enforcement to search for specific objects, materials or an individual in a specific location at a specified time. Due to those parameters, search warrants will expire if not used within the time frame allowed. It is then illegal for law enforcement to conduct a search without going back to court and obtaining another search warrant. The exception to this is if the police witness someone's life being endangered and have probable cause they can search a private residence or location without a search warrant.
Traffic Citation Warrants: Citation Warrants are only issued in regard to traffic infractions committed with a motor vehicle. These include all kinds of traffic violations from serious driving offenses to seemingly innocent unpaid parking tickets. If you have forgotten to pay your traffic violation or missed your court date to contest the ticket you may be surprised to find a warrant in your name. Failure to comply with the terms of a citation or appear in court could result in a warrant for your arrest.
Sneak and Peek Warrants: A sneak and peek warrant authorizes law enforcement to enter a premise without the owner’s or occupant’s permission or knowledge based on the fact they have substantial evidence a crime has been committed inside. During such a search law enforcement are not allowed to physically disturb or seize any belongings in plain view. They are simply there to gather evidence needed to prove criminal activity and return at a later date with a search warrant. Sneak and peek warrants are widely used in illegal drug investigations because they allow the premises to be searched for evidence of illegal drug paraphernalia without the suspect's knowledge.
Arrest Warrants: Arrest Warrants also know as criminal warrants are granted by a judge when there’s probable cause that a criminal act has been committed. The warrant must state the person in question or describe the suspect if the name is unknown. The warrant must be signed by a judge in order for the arrest to be legally carried out by police or law enforcement.
Civil Warrants: Civil warrants pertain to a specific jurisdiction and are commonly issued in small claims court cases where civil suits are involved. If you find yourself with a civil warrant you're required to appear in court for a civil case at a specific location and time. Since civil warrants are rarely enforced, if an individual fails to appear for the court date he or she automatically loses the case and the other party wins. The civil case is then satisfied and the warrant is closed which means it's erased from your personal file and no longer attached to your name.
Bench warrant: This type of warrant is typically issued after a defendant has been before a judge, but fails to appear for their next scheduled court appearance. These types of warrants are used to make sure people who don't appear in court are held accountable.
Child Support Warrants: A child support warrant is issued when a non-custodial parent fails to pay their obligation of child support to the other parent who has custody of the child. If you're the one owed child support, you have the right to file a complaint against the non-cooperating parent to try and collect the debt. The court will issue a summons and date to appear in court to try and resolve the matter. If the party that owes child support doesn't show up for the court hearing, the judge has the authority to issue an arrest warrant for that person. If a non-custodial parent is prosecuted for neglecting their child support obligations it will show up on their criminal record as a federal offense and go against their credit on credit reports.
Warrants are used in the United States legal system to uphold the law and punish citizens for harming others. There are many types of warrants, each serving a different purpose. Warrants typically work as follows. For law enforcement to legally arrest someone for a crime not committed within their view, the law requires an arrest warrant be issued for the person in question. Probable cause needs to be established for a judge to issue such a warrant and for law enforcement to make an arrest. A warrant is not needed, however, to arrest someone if law enforcement witnesses a person committing a crime in a public place.
Stages of a Criminal Case
Probable cause means an officer has gathered sufficient evidence against a suspect that strongly implicates the individual in relation to the crime. This evidence is obtained from public testimony, clues at the scene, and criminal details. All evidence collected must be presented in front of a judge who will consider the information carefully before issuing a search or arrest warrant. Law enforcement must be able to prove that the individual in question most likely committed the crime in order to get a legal warrant and carry out an arrest. A valid arrest warrant is one that includes:
• Adequate evidence of probable cause
• Is issued by a neutral and detached magistrate
• Free of false information and evidence
• Describes or names the person to be arrested
Below are some of the more common warrants used in the United States today. It’s important to know the difference between the various types of warrants to help you understand the U.S. legal system and avoid undue issues with the law.
Search Warrants: A search warrant authorizes law enforcement to search for specific objects, materials or an individual in a specific location at a specified time. Due to those parameters, search warrants will expire if not used within the time frame allowed. It is then illegal for law enforcement to conduct a search without going back to court and obtaining another search warrant. The exception to this is if the police witness someone's life being endangered and have probable cause they can search a private residence or location without a search warrant.
Traffic Citation Warrants: Citation Warrants are only issued in regard to traffic infractions committed with a motor vehicle. These include all kinds of traffic violations from serious driving offenses to seemingly innocent unpaid parking tickets. If you have forgotten to pay your traffic violation or missed your court date to contest the ticket you may be surprised to find a warrant in your name. Failure to comply with the terms of a citation or appear in court could result in a warrant for your arrest.
Sneak and Peek Warrants: A sneak and peek warrant authorizes law enforcement to enter a premise without the owner’s or occupant’s permission or knowledge based on the fact they have substantial evidence a crime has been committed inside. During such a search law enforcement are not allowed to physically disturb or seize any belongings in plain view. They are simply there to gather evidence needed to prove criminal activity and return at a later date with a search warrant. Sneak and peek warrants are widely used in illegal drug investigations because they allow the premises to be searched for evidence of illegal drug paraphernalia without the suspect's knowledge.
Arrest Warrants: Arrest Warrants also know as criminal warrants are granted by a judge when there’s probable cause that a criminal act has been committed. The warrant must state the person in question or describe the suspect if the name is unknown. The warrant must be signed by a judge in order for the arrest to be legally carried out by police or law enforcement.
Civil Warrants: Civil warrants pertain to a specific jurisdiction and are commonly issued in small claims court cases where civil suits are involved. If you find yourself with a civil warrant you're required to appear in court for a civil case at a specific location and time. Since civil warrants are rarely enforced, if an individual fails to appear for the court date he or she automatically loses the case and the other party wins. The civil case is then satisfied and the warrant is closed which means it's erased from your personal file and no longer attached to your name.
Bench warrant: This type of warrant is typically issued after a defendant has been before a judge, but fails to appear for their next scheduled court appearance. These types of warrants are used to make sure people who don't appear in court are held accountable.
Child Support Warrants: A child support warrant is issued when a non-custodial parent fails to pay their obligation of child support to the other parent who has custody of the child. If you're the one owed child support, you have the right to file a complaint against the non-cooperating parent to try and collect the debt. The court will issue a summons and date to appear in court to try and resolve the matter. If the party that owes child support doesn't show up for the court hearing, the judge has the authority to issue an arrest warrant for that person. If a non-custodial parent is prosecuted for neglecting their child support obligations it will show up on their criminal record as a federal offense and go against their credit on credit reports.
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