Court records in Denver, Colorado can be searched through several channels. DenverCourt.us can help you find publicly available information about court cases filed in Denver. You can also search dockets through official Colorado Judicial Branch tools, visit the clerk's office in person at the Denver County Courthouse, or use public-access terminals available at court locations. Each method offers a different level of detail depending on the case type and record availability.
Denver Court System & Jurisdictions
Denver is unique in Colorado because it operates as a consolidated city and county. It is home to four constitutionally separate courts, each handling distinct case types:
- Denver District Court — Felony criminal cases, civil cases with amounts over $15,000, domestic relations (divorce, custody, child support), mental health proceedings, and appeals from County Court.
- Denver County Court — Misdemeanor criminal cases, traffic infractions, civil cases involving $15,000 or less, small claims (up to $7,500), and protection orders.
- Denver Probate Court — Estates, wills, trusts, conservatorships, guardianships, and name changes. This is one of only two standalone probate courts in Colorado.
- Denver Juvenile Court — Delinquency cases, dependency and neglect matters, and other proceedings involving minors.
If you are unsure which court holds the docket you need, the Colorado Judicial Branch trial courts page lets you look up courts by county and see what each one covers.
Denver Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
To find today's, tomorrow's, or this week's court hearings in Denver, use the Colorado Judicial Branch Docket Search. This statewide tool lets you search by:
- Party name
- Case number
- Date range
- Court location (select Denver County, Denver District, Denver Probate, or Denver Juvenile)
At least one filter in addition to date is required. Results typically show the hearing date, time, courtroom, judge, case number, and case type.
Tips for finding upcoming hearings
- Go to the docket search page and select the appropriate Denver court from the location filter.
- Enter a date range — for example, today's date through the end of the week.
- Add a party name or case number to narrow results.
- Review the docket entries for hearing times and courtroom assignments.
Court calendars may also be posted at the courthouse on public display boards or available through public-access terminals in the clerk's office lobby.
How to Get a Copy of a Denver Court Document
Denver court documents are available as certified or uncertified copies. The method you use depends on the court that holds the record and whether you need an official stamp for legal purposes.
Online requests
For District Court, Probate Court, and Juvenile Court records, submit a request through the Colorado Judicial Branch Record/Document Request Form. Denver County Court cases must be submitted directly to Denver County Court — the statewide form will redirect you.
Suppressed cases, juvenile records, probate records, and documents containing confidential information may require a government-issued photo ID before release.
In-person requests
Visit the clerk's office at the appropriate courthouse:
Denver District Court — Clerk's Office
Denver Probate Court
Bring the case number if you have it. The clerk can look up records by party name as well. Walk-in requests for uncertified copies are usually processed the same day. Certified copies may take longer.
By mail
Send a written request to the clerk's office at the address above. Include the case number, party names, the specific document you need, whether you want a certified or uncertified copy, and a return address. Enclose payment for applicable fees (check or money order payable to the Denver Clerk of Court).
What is restricted?
- Sealed and suppressed case records
- Juvenile case files (generally not public)
- Mental health proceedings
- Certain domestic relations documents with protected information
Access to these records typically requires a court order or proof of authorized status. The Colorado Judicial Branch self-help forms library has forms related to record sealing and other processes.
Denver Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court records in Colorado are set by Chief Justice Directive and may be updated periodically. The table below reflects commonly charged fees. Contact the clerk's office to confirm current amounts before submitting payment.
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copy of court document (per page) | $0.75 |
| Certified copy — certification fee | $20.00 per document |
| Search fee (per name/case lookup by clerk) | No charge for basic docket lookups; research fees may apply for extensive searches |
| Audio record copy of court proceeding | $20.00 |
| Appeal filing fee | Varies by case type |
Payment methods
- In person: Cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card (accepted at most clerk windows).
- By mail: Check or money order payable to the Denver Clerk of Court.
- Online: Payment options vary by request type. Some filings and fees can be paid electronically through the Colorado Judicial Branch e-filing system.
For criminal history background checks outside of court records, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation's Internet Criminal History Check provides name-based Colorado criminal records for a separate fee. Denver police arrest records are maintained by the Denver Police Department and are requested separately from court dockets.