Teller County Court Records Search
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Teller County, Colorado maintains official court records for every civil, criminal, family, and probate case filed within its jurisdiction. These records — case dockets, filed pleadings, motions, court orders, judgments, and hearing transcripts — exist in both paper and electronic formats and serve as the authoritative legal account of proceedings conducted in the county's courts. Located in Colorado's mountain terrain west of Colorado Springs, Teller County is a relatively small jurisdiction, but its court system mirrors the full structure of Colorado's statewide trial court framework. A Combined Court in Cripple Creek handles both District and County Court matters from a single location.
Residents and researchers looking for case information have several options: in-person visits to the clerk's office, public-access terminals at the courthouse, written records requests, and online tools. ColoradoCourts.us is a useful place to start — it can help you identify which court handles a particular matter and find the right courthouse or clerk to contact before making a formal request.
How to Look Up a Court Case in Teller County?
All trial court matters in Teller County — District Court felonies, County Court misdemeanors, civil disputes, and domestic relations cases — are administered through the Teller County Combined Court, part of Colorado's 4th Judicial District. The Combined Court houses both the District Court and the County Court under one roof at the Teller County Courthouse in Cripple Creek.
Teller County Combined Court
Address: 101 West Bennett Avenue, P.O. Box 997, Cripple Creek, CO 80813
General Phone: (719) 689-7360
District Court Phone: (719) 689-2543 | Fax: (719) 686-8000
County Court Phone: (719) 689-2574 | Fax: (719) 686-8000
Email: tellerclerkgeneral@judicial.state.co.us
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (closed on State Holidays)
Online Case Search
The Colorado Judicial Branch provides a publicly accessible docket search tool where anyone can look up case dockets by filing date, case number, or party name. This system covers Teller County cases and lets you confirm basic case status, hearing schedules, and filed documents without visiting the courthouse.
In-Person Records Access
The courthouse maintains public-access terminals during business hours. Visitors may search case indexes and view dockets on-site. When requesting physical copies of filed documents, the standard fee is $0.25 per page for regular copies, with certified copies requiring an additional $1.00 per document. Bring the case number, party names, and any other identifying details to speed up the search.
Mail and Online Requests
For remote access to specific records or certified copies, the Colorado Judicial Branch offers an online records and document request form. Submit completed requests with the required fee and identification details. Mail requests may be directed to the clerk's office at P.O. Box 997, Cripple Creek, CO 80813.
Self-Represented Litigant Coordinator
Teller County's courthouse offers a Self-Represented Litigant Coordinator to help unrepresented parties prepare for court. Walk-in hours are Tuesdays 1:00–3:30 p.m., Wednesdays and Fridays 8:30 a.m.–noon, with limited afternoon hours on Wednesdays and Fridays by prior arrangement. Contact Lori McLeod at (719) 689-6912 or lori.mcleod@judicial.state.co.us.
Are Court Records Public in Teller County?
Colorado law establishes a broad presumption in favor of public access to government records. The Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) requires that most government-held records be made available for inspection and copying. Within the court system, access is governed by Chief Justice Directive 05-01 and Colorado Revised Statutes §§ 13-1-119 and 24-72-201 et seq. Under these frameworks, dockets, filings, and judgments in most case types are open to the public during regular courthouse hours.
The Colorado Judicial Branch's Access Guide to Public Records details exactly which records are open and which require a court order to access. Key categories of restricted records include:
- Juvenile delinquency cases — Records involving minors are sealed from general public access.
- Adoption proceedings — All adoption case files are confidential under Colorado statute.
- Mental health cases — Involuntary commitment and related proceedings carry strong confidentiality protections.
- Paternity cases — These records are not publicly accessible without a court order.
- Sealed and expunged records — Cases sealed by judicial order or expunged under Colorado law are withheld from public view.
- Records restricted by civil procedure — Under Colorado Rule of Civil Procedure 121 §1-5, a court may restrict access to civil case files when a party's privacy interest outweighs the public's interest in disclosure.
Criminal records follow a related but distinct framework. Basic criminal case information is publicly accessible under Colorado Rules of Criminal Procedure Rule 55.1(a), but complete criminal history data — including arrest records and case dispositions — is managed by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation under the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-301 et seq.
Teller County Criminal Court Records
Felony criminal cases in Teller County are heard in the District Court, while the County Court handles misdemeanors, traffic infractions, and felony complaints that may be bound over to District Court. Both courts operate from the Teller County Combined Court at 101 West Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek.
Court-Level Criminal Records
To access criminal case records filed in court, contact the clerk's office at (719) 689-7360 or use the Colorado Judicial Branch docket search. Basic case information — charges, hearing dates, court orders, and sentencing — is generally public for most adult criminal cases. Certified copies follow the standard fee schedule: $0.25 per page plus $1.00 per document for certification.
Arrest Records and Sheriff's Office
The Teller County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency for unincorporated areas of the county and maintains the county's detention facility.
Address: 11400 US Highway 24, Divide, CO 80814 (Mailing: P.O. Box 27, Divide, CO 80814)
Non-Emergency Phone: (719) 687-9652
Detention Facility: (719) 687-7770
To request arrest records, incident reports, or other law enforcement documents, submit a Teller County Sheriff's Office Records Request online or in person. The completed form is itself a public record and is retained in the file of the requested document.
Statewide Criminal History Checks
For a complete Colorado criminal history report — including statewide arrest and disposition data — requests must go through the Colorado Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The CBI's Internet Criminal History Check System (ICHC) allows name-based searches for a fee of $6.00 per result viewed. A more detailed Criminal History Record Information (CHRI) report, which can be notarized, costs $13.00. Fingerprint-based background checks through the Colorado Applicant Background Service (CABS) range from $16.50 to $19.50 for state-only checks. CBI payments are accepted by credit card, money order, or business check.
Teller County Civil Court Records
Civil matters in Teller County are divided between the District Court and the County Court depending on the amount at issue and the nature of the claim. The County Court handles civil cases involving amounts up to $25,000, while the District Court has jurisdiction over larger civil claims, complex litigation, and domestic relations matters.
Small Claims Division
The County Court's Small Claims Division is available for disputes involving $7,500 or less (excluding interest and costs), as set by C.R.S. § 13-6-403. These hearings are informal, jury-free proceedings where parties typically represent themselves. The Colorado Judicial Branch provides guidance on opening a small claims case and offers self-help forms for download.
Civil Records Access
Civil court records — including complaints, answers, motions, and judgments — are maintained by the Teller County Combined Court clerk. To request civil records, visit the courthouse, use the online records request form, or submit a written request by mail. Standard copy fees apply: $0.25 per page, with an additional $1.00 per document for certified copies.
Property Records
Real property documents — deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and plat maps — are recorded with the Teller County Clerk and Recorder rather than the court. The Recording Department accepts documents for recording at 101 West Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek. As of July 1, 2025, Colorado standardized recording fees to a $43.00 flat fee per document (unlimited pages). Paper copies from the Recorder's office cost $0.25 per page; plat map copies cost $1.45 per plate; and certified copies carry an additional $1.00 per document charge. The Clerk and Recorder's Self-Service Website lets you search property records online and submit requests remotely.
Municipal Courts
Three municipal courts in Teller County handle local ordinance and traffic violations within their respective city limits:
| Court | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Woodland Park Municipal Court | 220 W. South Ave., P.O. Box 9007, Woodland Park, CO 80866 | (719) 687-5207 |
| Victor Municipal Court | 500 Victor Ave., P.O. Box 86, Victor, CO 80860 | (719) 689-5640 |
| Green Mountain Falls Municipal Court | 606 Manitou Ave., Green Mountain Falls, CO 80819 | (719) 684-9414 |
Teller County Family Court Records
Family law matters — divorce, legal separation, child custody, child support, domestic violence protection orders, and adoption — are handled by the District Court division of the Teller County Combined Court. These cases are filed with and maintained by the Combined Court clerk at the Cripple Creek courthouse.
Divorce and Dissolution Records
Dissolution of marriage records in Teller County include the initial petition, financial disclosures, parenting plans, and the final decree of dissolution. Basic case information is generally public; however, certain attachments containing sensitive financial or personal data may be restricted. To request divorce records, contact the Combined Court clerk at (719) 689-7360. Certified copies require a $1.00 per-document certification fee in addition to the standard $0.25 per-page copy fee. Online access to case information is available through the Colorado Judicial Branch docket search. Self-represented parties can find divorce forms and procedural instructions through the Colorado Judicial Branch Self-Help Forms library.
Marriage Licenses and Records
Marriage licenses in Teller County are issued exclusively by the Teller County Clerk and Recorder at the main office in Cripple Creek (101 W. Bennett Avenue), Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Both applicants must appear in person with valid photo identification. The license fee is $30.00 (cash or check only). Licenses are valid for ceremonies held within 35 days of issuance, and completed licenses must be returned to the Clerk and Recorder within 63 days (P.O. Box 1010, Cripple Creek, CO 80813). Late returns may incur fees up to $50.00.
To obtain a certified copy of a marriage record, submit a written request with both parties' names and the marriage date to P.O. Box 1010, Cripple Creek, CO 80813. The fee is $1.25 per certified copy. Requests can also be submitted through the Teller County Clerk & Recorder Self-Service Website.
Birth and Death Records
Vital records for births and deaths occurring in Teller County are maintained by the Teller County Public Health & Environment Office in Divide, not the courthouse. Walk-in service is available Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., and by appointment on Fridays.
Fee schedule:
| Record Type | First Certified Copy | Each Additional Copy (Same Record) |
|---|---|---|
| Birth Certificate | $25.00 | $20.00 |
| Death Certificate | $25.00 | $20.00 |
Requests require a completed application form and valid identification. The Birth Certificate Certified Copy Application and Death Certificate Certified Copy Application are available for download on the county website. Online ordering with mail delivery is also available through VitalChek. For questions, email vitalrecords@tellercounty.gov or visit the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment for statewide vital records guidance.
Teller County Probate Court Records
Probate proceedings in Teller County fall under the jurisdiction of the District Court division of the Teller County Combined Court, governed by the Colorado Probate Code. The court's probate docket covers the administration of decedents' estates — whether testate (with a will) or intestate (without a will) — as well as contested will matters, guardianships for minors and incapacitated adults, conservatorships, and trust proceedings.
Probate Court Contact
All probate matters are handled at the Teller County Courthouse, 101 West Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek, CO 80813. For probate-specific questions, call (719) 689-6926. Probate non-appearance hearings are scheduled at 8:00 a.m. on Wednesdays. The clerk's general line is (719) 689-7360, and the court's email is tellerclerkgeneral@judicial.state.co.us.
Types of Probate Records
Typical documents in a Teller County probate case file include:
- The original will (if one exists) and the petition for probate
- Letters testamentary or letters of administration
- Inventory and appraisement of estate assets
- Creditor claims and related court orders
- Final accounting and distribution orders
- Guardianship and conservatorship petitions, annual reports, and termination orders
How to Access Probate Records
Probate case records are generally public unless sealed by court order. The Colorado Judicial Branch docket search can help you locate a probate case by party name or case number. To obtain copies of specific filed documents, submit a request using the online records and document request form or appear in person at the courthouse. Standard fees apply: $0.25 per page for regular copies and an additional $1.00 per document for certification. Historical probate records for Teller County are also held by the Colorado State Archives, which maintains records from courts across the state and accepts research requests by mail or appointment.
For parties navigating a probate matter without an attorney, the Colorado Judicial Branch's Self-Help Forms page provides court-approved probate forms and step-by-step procedural guides.