Grand Junction Felony Records
Grand Junction sits in western Colorado at the confluence of the Colorado and Gunnison Rivers. The city serves as the county seat for Mesa County. It has over 68,000 residents. Grand Junction is the largest city on Colorado's Western Slope. The city operates its own police department and municipal court. All felony cases go to Mesa County Court in the 21st Judicial District.
Grand Junction Quick Facts
Where to Find Grand Junction Felony Records
The Mesa County Court handles all Grand Junction felony cases. The court sits at 125 North Spruce Street in Grand Junction. This location serves the 21st Judicial District. You can access records in person or by phone. The clerk office number is (970) 257-3625. Public access terminals are available during business hours.
The Grand Junction Police Department maintains arrest records. Their officers book suspects into the Mesa County Jail. Arrest reports are available through the records division. You may need to submit a formal request. Some reports require fees for copies.
The Grand Junction Municipal Court handles misdemeanor and traffic cases. This court does not process felony charges. All felonies go to county court. The municipal court website provides information about city ordinance violations.
| Court | Mesa County Court (21st District) |
|---|---|
| Address | 125 N. Spruce St., Grand Junction, CO 81501 |
| Phone | (970) 257-3625 |
| Police Department | gjcity.org/police |
| Municipal Court | gjcity.org/municipal-court |
Note: The courthouse is in downtown Grand Junction. Parking is available on the street and in nearby lots.
How to Search Grand Junction Felony Records Online
CoCourts.com provides access to Mesa County court records. This includes all felony cases from the city. You can search by name or case number. The portal shows case status, charges, and hearing dates. Some documents require fees to view full details.
The CBI Internet Criminal History Check System offers instant searches. This name-based system costs $6.00 per search. You need the exact name and date of birth. Results appear immediately. The system follows C.R.S. § 24-72-301 for public access. Visit cbi.colorado.gov to search.
To search Grand Junction felony records, you need:
- Full legal name and date of birth
- Approximate date of arrest or incident
- Case number if you have it
Fingerprint-based checks are available through CABS vendors. State-only checks cost $16.50 to $19.50. Combined state and FBI checks cost $38.50 to $39.50. These provide the most complete criminal history.
State Resources for Grand Junction Records
The Colorado Judicial Branch offers docket searches for the 21st District. Visit coloradojudicial.gov/dockets to search. This covers all Mesa County cases. Basic searches are free.
The Colorado Department of Corrections tracks inmates from Grand Junction. Use their offender search at doc.state.co.us/oss. The database shows current inmates and parolees. Search by name or DOC number. Find people convicted of Grand Junction felonies serving prison time.
The Sex Offender Registry lists felony sex crime convictions. C.R.S. § 16-22-101 governs registration. Search at apps.colorado.gov/sor. SOTAR provides enhanced search tools at sotar.us.
What Grand Junction Felony Records Show
Felony records from Grand Junction document serious criminal cases. Under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401, felonies carry prison terms of one year or more. Records begin with arrests by Grand Junction Police. They track cases through Mesa County Court.
Each case file contains charging documents. These cite specific Colorado statutes violated. Court records show all hearings and motions. You can see pleas entered and trial outcomes. Sentencing records show prison, probation, fines, and restitution.
Grand Junction felony records include:
- Arrest reports from Grand Junction Police
- Formal charges and case numbers
- Court dates and proceedings
- Disposition and sentencing details
- Probation or parole status
Sealed records do not appear in public searches. Contact the arresting agency for warrant details. Juvenile records follow separate access rules under C.R.S. § 24-72-706.
Mesa County Felony Records
Grand Junction is the county seat of Mesa County. The county covers much of Colorado's Western Slope. All felony cases from Grand Junction go to Mesa County Court. For more about the county court system and records access, visit the Mesa County page.