Longmont Criminal Court Records Access

Longmont sits in both Boulder and Weld Counties. This affects where criminal cases are filed. The city straddles the county line. Most of Longmont is in Boulder County. The eastern part is in Weld County. Criminal court records go to the county court. They do not go to Longmont Municipal Court. Municipal courts handle city code violations. They do not handle crimes. DUIs, assaults, and thefts go to county court. This guide shows where to find Longmont criminal court records.

Which County Court Handles Longmont Criminal Cases

The location of the crime sets the county. Crimes in west Longmont go to Boulder County. Crimes in east Longmont go to Weld County. Police reports will note the jurisdiction. The arresting agency files charges in the right court. Longmont Police work with both counties. The District Attorney decides where to file. Most Longmont cases go to Boulder County. The city leans west. The population is dense there.

Boulder County is part of the 20th Judicial District. Weld County is part of the 19th Judicial District. Each district has its own procedures. The courts use the same state database. CoCourts covers both counties. You can search both at once. This helps if you are not sure which county has the case. Both courts share records with the state system.

Note: The Longmont Municipal Court does not keep criminal court records for state crimes or felonies.

Longmont Criminal Court Locations

Longmont has a combined courthouse in Boulder County. It sits at 1035 Kimbark Street. This building handles both District and County Court cases. Criminal cases from west Longmont go here. The court has a clerk office. Staff can help you find records. The phone is (303) 441-3750. Hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM on weekdays.

Weld County cases go to Greeley. The courthouse is at 901 9th Street. This is the main Weld County Combined Court. Criminal cases from east Longmont file here. The clerk office helps with records. The phone is (970) 351-7300. Hours match Boulder County. Both courts are state facilities. They follow Colorado court rules. Parking is free at both sites.

How to Search Longmont Criminal Court Records

CoCourts is the best way to search Longmont criminal court records. This free database covers all Colorado courts. You can search by name. You can search by case number. Results show court, charges, and status. The system updates each day. New filings appear fast. Closed cases stay in the system.

To search Longmont cases, use the city name. Also try both county names. Boulder County records go back to 1976 for District Court. County Court records start in 1983. Weld County has similar dates. Visit cocourts.com to start your search. No login is needed. The site is free to use. Print or save what you find.

You can also visit courts in person. The Longmont courthouse serves Boulder County cases. The Greeley courthouse serves Weld County cases. Bring ID when you visit. Staff will help you search. Copy fees apply for paper copies. Certified copies cost more. Call ahead to confirm hours.

What Longmont Criminal Court Records Contain

A criminal case file has many papers. The complaint starts the case. It lists the charges. It names the defendant. Police reports may be attached. These show the facts. They list evidence. Witness statements may be included. All of this is public.

Court filings add more papers over time. Motions ask the judge for action. Orders show rulings. Plea deals end most cases. These show the final charge. Sentencing orders state the punishment. All are part of the record. You can read them. You can copy them.

Longmont criminal court records show:

• Defendant name and date of birth
• Case number and filing date
• Charges and laws cited
• Court dates and outcomes
• Attorney names
• Bond amounts and terms
• Final judgment and sentence

Some records are sealed. Expunged records are removed. Juvenile cases have limits. These rules protect privacy. Most adult cases are open.

Accessing Longmont Criminal Court Records by County

Most Longmont criminal court records are in Boulder County. This is the 20th Judicial District. The District Court handles felonies. The County Court handles misdemeanors. Both use the same clerk office. The Longmont location is at 1035 Kimbark Street. The main Boulder courthouse also serves the county.

Weld County covers east Longmont. This is the 19th Judicial District. The court sits in Greeley. It is at 901 9th Street. The court handles felonies and misdemeanors. Criminal court records from east Longmont are here. The clerk can search cases. They can make copies too.

Note: Always verify which county has your records before making the trip to a courthouse.

To access records in either county, use CoCourts first. This saves time. It shows which court has the case. It gives basic facts. For full files, visit the court. Ask the clerk for help. Fees apply for copies.

Legal Help for Longmont Criminal Cases

Several groups help with criminal matters in Longmont. Some offer free aid. Others charge low rates. These resources can explain the law. They help with forms. They may offer court help. Do not face court alone. Get help if you need it.

Colorado Legal Services aids low-income residents. They help with some criminal issues. Call to learn more. The Boulder County Bar offers referrals. They connect you with attorneys. First meets may be discounted. The State Public Defender handles cases for those who cannot pay. Apply at the court. Income rules apply.

The Colorado Judicial Branch website has forms. It has court rules. It has self-help guides. Use these to learn the process. The Longmont Public Library has computers. You can search records there. Staff can help you use CoCourts.

Related Records for Longmont Criminal Cases

Other offices keep records tied to criminal cases. The Longmont Police Department has arrest reports. They run the city jail. Booking records are there. The Boulder County Sheriff has records too. So does Weld County. Each agency keeps its own files. You must contact each one. Some logs are online. Others need formal requests.

The District Attorney files charges. They prosecute cases. Their office has case files. These may have more detail. However, DA files are not all public. Active cases are limited. Closed cases may be open. Contact the DA office for questions. They handle felonies in both counties.

Probation records are separate. These track release terms. They are not in the court file. The probation department keeps them. Access is limited. Only parties and lawyers see most. If you need proof of completed probation, ask the court. The clerk can issue a certificate. This shows you met all terms.

Longmont County Court Resources

Longmont spans two counties. Criminal court records are split between them. Boulder County holds most cases. Weld County holds the rest. Both use the state court system. Both share records with CoCourts. Use these links to learn more about each county court.

View Boulder County Criminal Court Records View Weld County Criminal Court Records