Boulder County Court Records Search
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Boulder County, Colorado maintains an extensive court records system through its combined court structure, which serves as part of the state’s 20th Judicial District. Court records generated in Boulder County encompass a wide range of legal documentation, including case filings, docket entries, pleadings, motions, orders, judgments, transcripts, and other materials created during civil, criminal, family, domestic relations, juvenile, and probate proceedings. These records are maintained by the Boulder County Combined Courts and are accessible to the public subject to specific statutory and judicial limitations.
Colorado residents seeking court case information can work through several channels: visiting clerk’s offices at the courthouse, using in-house public access terminals, submitting written or email requests, and consulting online tools provided by official sources. ColoradoCourts.us can assist users in locating publicly available case information across Colorado’s court system, including cases filed in Boulder County.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Boulder County?
The Boulder County Combined Courts serve as the central repository for all court records in the county, covering both district and county court matters. Record requests can be submitted in multiple ways, and the required information for any search generally includes the case number, names of the parties involved, the approximate filing date, and the type of document sought.
Primary methods for searching or requesting records:
- Email: Submit a request to 20recordsrequest@judicial.state.co.us for court case records.
- Online form: Use the Colorado Judicial Branch online records request form to submit document requests electronically.
- In person: Visit the Clerk’s Office at 1777 6th Street, Boulder, CO 80302, open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Public access terminals are available at the courthouse for on-site searches.
- By mail: Address written requests to: Clerk of Court, P.O. Box 4249, Boulder, CO 80306.
- Docket search: The Colorado Judicial Branch Docket Search tool allows users to look up scheduled hearings and basic case docket information by name, case number, or filing date.
Boulder County Combined Court
Address: 1777 6th Street, Boulder, CO 80302
Phone: (303) 441-3750
Courthouse Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Clerk’s Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
A second courthouse location in Longmont also handles filings and records:
Longmont Courthouse (20th Judicial District)
Address: 1035 Kimbark Street, Longmont, CO 80501
Phone: (303) 682-6800
For self-represented litigants needing help with forms or court procedures, the Court Resource Center at 1777 Sixth Street, Boulder, CO 80302 offers appointments by phone, email, video chat, or in person. Contact: BoulderCourtSelfHelp@judicial.state.co.us | Phone: (720) 664-1505
For online commercial access to real-time registers of actions (civil, domestic, small claims, felony, misdemeanor, and traffic cases), the Colorado Judicial Branch provides access through authorized third-party vendors including Background Information Services, LexisNexis Colorado Courts Record Search, and Tessera Data. These services carry charges; contact each vendor directly for pricing. Copies of documents are not available through these commercial platforms and must be obtained by contacting the court or submitting a records request form.
Are Court Records Public in Boulder County?
The Colorado Open Records Act (CORA), C.R.S. § 24-72-201, establishes the general presumption that records maintained by state and local government agencies — including courts — are open to public inspection. Access to court-specific records is further governed by Chief Justice Directive (CJD) 05-01 and the Colorado Supreme Court’s Public Access to Information and Records Rules (P.A.I.R.R.).
Criminal justice records fall under a separate statutory framework — the Criminal Justice Records Act, C.R.S. §§ 24-72-301 et seq. — which grants custodians authority to regulate inspection procedures and to deny access when disclosure would be contrary to the public interest, prohibited by law, or restricted by court order.
Records that are commonly restricted or confidential in Boulder County include:
- Juvenile court records, governed by the Children’s Code, C.R.S. § 19-1-301 et seq.
- Records sealed by court order
- Ongoing criminal investigation records
- Medical and health records
- Records protected by attorney-client privilege
- Trade secrets and proprietary business information
- Records involving personal privacy interests
- Protected speech materials
- Records privileged or made confidential under state or federal law
When a record contains both public and restricted content, the Clerk of Court may produce a redacted version. Parties may also petition the court for an order releasing sealed records. The Colorado Judicial Branch’s Access Guide to Public Records provides a comprehensive overview of applicable policies and procedures.
Boulder County Criminal Court Records
Criminal cases in Boulder County are divided between two courts based on the severity of the charge. The Boulder County District Court (20th Judicial District) handles all felony matters, while the Boulder County Court has original jurisdiction over misdemeanors and traffic offenses. Both courts are located at the Boulder County Justice Center, 1777 6th Street, Boulder, CO 80302.
Criminal case records can be requested through the court’s email records request system or the online records request form. Basic docket information is also accessible through authorized third-party commercial vendors linked from the Colorado Judicial Branch website.
For law enforcement–generated criminal records, the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Records Section is the primary custodian:
Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Records Section
Address: 5600 Flatiron Pkwy, Boulder, CO 80301
Individuals may request criminal records in person or by mail using the Criminal Justice Records Request Form. Key fee information for Sheriff’s Office records:
- Research and retrieval: $40 per hour of staff time (per C.R.S. § 24-72-306(1))
- First four pages of a record: $2.00; each additional page: $0.25
- DVD or CD copy: $6.00 per disc
- Background checks: $2.00
- Mugshot (black and white): $2.00; color: $3.00
- Credit card payments: $0.75 base charge plus 2.25% of total (processed through Colorado.gov)
- Large requests require a 50% deposit before processing begins
A valid photo ID is required for all records requests. The office accepts cash, check, or credit card. Requesters can pay outstanding invoices online at the Boulder County Sheriff records payment portal.
The county also maintains daily booking and listing reports through the Boulder County Jail, which provides publicly accessible records of recent bookings. For case reports, mugshots, or body-worn camera footage, a separate records request is required.
Boulder County Civil Court Records
Civil matters in Boulder County are handled at two court levels. The Boulder County District Court has broad civil jurisdiction with no monetary threshold, covering complex civil litigation, equity matters, and high-value disputes. The Boulder County Court has jurisdiction over civil actions involving $25,000 or less and handles small claims cases.
Civil court records — including pleadings, docket sheets, hearing transcripts, judgments, orders, settlement agreements, and jury verdicts — are maintained by the Boulder County Combined Courts. To access these records, requesters should have either the case number or the names of the parties involved.
Fee schedule for Boulder County court record copies (per CJD 06-01):
| Item | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copy per page (parties/attorneys, max $15.00) | $0.25 |
| Certified Copy / Exemplified Copy (per document) | $20.00 |
| Transcript of Judgment | $25.00 |
| Certificate of Satisfaction | $20.00 |
| Name Search | $5.00 (non-refundable) |
| Off-Site Case File Retrieval | Actual cost |
| Research/Redaction (after first hour, per 15 min) | $30.00/hour |
Standard document copies are charged at $0.75 per page for in-person requests at the courthouse. For name-based searches, the non-refundable administrative search fee is $5.00 per name. Certified copies carry an additional $25.00 authentication fee on top of per-page charges when requested at the counter.
Small Claims Court is available for cases involving recovery of money or property, contract matters, or compliance with restrictive covenants. More information is available through the Colorado Judicial Branch Small Claims page.
For e-filing, non-attorney filers may use the state’s e-filing system for non-attorneys, which is currently available for Domestic Relations and Eviction cases.
Boulder County Family Court Records
Family court matters in Boulder County are handled by the Domestic Relations Division of the Boulder County District Court. Cases include divorce and dissolution of marriage, legal separation, child custody and parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance, adoption, paternity determinations, domestic violence protection orders, name change petitions, and guardianship proceedings. The court shares concurrent jurisdiction with county and municipal courts on civil protection orders in domestic violence matters.
Family court records can be requested through the same channels as other civil court records — in person at 1777 6th Street, Boulder, CO 80302, by email to 20recordsrequest@judicial.state.co.us, by mail to P.O. Box 4249, Boulder, CO 80306, or via the online records request form. Transcript requests require a separate JDF 4 Transcript Request form, which should be emailed to 20Transcripts@judicial.state.co.us for audio/CD requests. Printed hard-copy transcripts are arranged through eScribers.
Marriage records in Boulder County are maintained by the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. Copies of recorded documents, including marriage certificates, cost $0.25 per page. Certified copies of a marriage certificate are available for $1.25 each (postage is additional for mail requests).
Divorce records from Boulder County are held by the Combined Courts for recent cases. Historical divorce records from Boulder County from 1990–1995 are held at an off-site repository, and earlier records are maintained at the Colorado State Archives. To request an archived Boulder County divorce case file, requesters must first obtain the case number directly from Boulder County Combined Courts before contacting the archives.
Birth and death records in Boulder County are issued by Boulder County Public Health (BCPH), which maintains records for persons born in Colorado from 1904 to the present. BCPH has two office locations:
- Boulder: 3450 Broadway, Boulder, CO 80304 | Phone: (303) 441-1154
- Longmont: 515 Coffman St., Second Floor, Longmont, CO 80501 | Phone: (303) 678-6175
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (closed noon – 1:00 p.m.)
- Email: healthvr@bouldercounty.gov
Vital records fees at BCPH:
- First certified copy: $25.00
- Each additional copy of the same record ordered at the same time: $20.00
- Credit card payments: additional $0.75 base charge plus 2.25% of the total
Eligible requesters include the person named on the certificate, immediate family members (with proof of relationship), legal representatives, and others with a demonstrated direct and tangible interest. Online applications are available through the BCPH birth certificate application form.
Boulder County Probate Court Records
Probate matters in Boulder County are handled within the District Court (20th Judicial District) at the Boulder County Justice Center, 1777 6th Street, Boulder, CO 80302. The probate division is authorized to adjudicate a range of proceedings involving the management or transfer of property and the care of individuals who cannot manage their own affairs.
The probate court’s jurisdiction in Boulder County covers:
- Probate of wills and administration of decedents’ estates
- Appointment and oversight of guardians for minors and incapacitated adults
- Conservatorships for protected persons
- Trust administration and trust modification proceedings
- Involuntary mental health commitments
- Eminent domain proceedings
Official probate records maintained by the court include last wills and testaments, estate inventories, property appraisals, letters of administration, guardianship orders and annual reports, and trust-related instruments. Conservators appointed by the court must file annual financial accounts with the court unless restricted by court order.
Historical probate records from various time periods are held at the Colorado State Archives, which maintains probate materials from numerous Colorado counties, including Boulder County. For older or archived records, individuals may need to contact the archives directly after first confirming the case number with the Combined Courts.
To request probate records from active or recent cases, individuals should use the online records request form or contact the court in person or by email at 20recordsrequest@judicial.state.co.us. Standard copy fees of $0.25 per page apply, with certified copies carrying an additional $20.00 per document fee. A non-refundable name search fee of $5.00 applies to searches conducted by court staff. Parties seeking complex or archived probate records may be required to submit a detailed written request identifying the specific documents sought.