Thornton Felony Records
Thornton lies north of Denver in Adams County. It ranks as the sixth-largest city in Colorado. More than 145,000 residents live here. The city has grown rapidly over the past decades. Felony cases from Thornton go to the Adams County court system. The Thornton Police Department handles law enforcement within the city.
Thornton Quick Facts
Where to Find Thornton Felony Records
The Adams County Justice Center handles felony cases for Thornton. The court sits at 1100 Judicial Center Drive in Brighton. This location serves the 17th Judicial District. You can visit in person to request records. The phone number is (303) 659-1161.
The Thornton Police Department maintains arrest records and incident reports. Visit their website at thorntonco.gov/government/police for information. The department provides law enforcement services throughout the city. They work with the Adams County court on felony prosecutions.
The Thornton Municipal Court handles city ordinance violations. This court does not process felonies. Felony cases always go to Adams County Court. The Municipal Court website is at thorntonco.gov/government/municipal-court.
| Court | Adams County Justice Center (17th District) |
|---|---|
| Address | 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601 |
| Phone | (303) 659-1161 |
| Police Department | thorntonco.gov/police |
| Municipal Court | thorntonco.gov/municipal-court |
Note: The Adams County Justice Center is in Brighton, not Thornton. Plan for the drive when visiting in person.
How to Search Thornton Felony Records Online
CoCourts.com provides access to Adams County court records. This covers all Thornton felony cases. You can search by name or case number. The system shows case status, charges, and court dates. Document viewing may require fees.
The CBI Internet Criminal History Check covers Thornton arrests. This name-based search costs $6.00 per result. You need the person's full name and date of birth. Results appear instantly. The system follows C.R.S. § 24-72-301 for public access. Visit cbirecordscheck.com to begin.
To search Thornton felony records, gather this information:
- Full legal name and date of birth
- Approximate date of incident
- Case number if available
Fingerprint-based checks are available through CABS vendors. IdentoGO and Colorado Fingerprinting have nearby locations. State-only checks cost $16.50 to $19.50. State plus FBI checks cost $38.50 to $39.50. These checks provide complete criminal histories for employment and licensing.
State Resources for Thornton Records
The Colorado Judicial Branch maintains dockets for the 17th District. Visit coloradojudicial.gov/dockets to search. This covers all Adams County cases. Basic case information is free.
The Colorado Department of Corrections tracks inmates from Thornton. Use their offender search at doc.state.co.us/oss. The database shows inmates and parolees. Search by name or DOC number. Find people convicted of Thornton felonies.
The Sex Offender Registry tracks felony sex crimes. C.R.S. § 16-22-101 sets registration rules. Search the public database at apps.colorado.gov/sor. SOTAR offers enhanced searches at sotar.us.
What Thornton Felony Records Show
Felony records from Thornton document serious criminal cases. Under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401, felonies carry sentences of one year or more. Records start with Thornton Police arrests. They continue through Adams County Court proceedings.
Each case file shows formal charges. These cite specific Colorado statutes. Court records document hearings and motions. You can see pleas and trial results. Sentencing records show prison, probation, fines, and restitution orders.
Thornton felony records include:
- Arrest reports from Thornton Police
- Charging documents and case numbers
- Court dates and proceedings
- Plea agreements or verdicts
- Sentence details under state law
- Probation and parole information
Sealed records remain hidden from public view. Contact the arresting agency for warrant information. Juvenile records have different access rules.
Adams County Felony Records
Thornton is one of the largest cities in Adams County. Brighton serves as the county seat. All felony cases from Thornton go to the Adams County Justice Center. For more about the county court system and records access, visit the Adams County page.