Westminster Felony Records
Westminster sits between Denver and Boulder. The city spans Adams and Jefferson counties. Most of Westminster lies in Adams County. With over 115,000 residents, it ranks among Colorado's larger cities. Felony cases from Westminster go to either Adams or Jefferson County Court depending on location. The Westminster Police Department handles law enforcement throughout the city.
Westminster Quick Facts
Where to Find Westminster Felony Records
Most Westminster felony cases go to Adams County Court. The Adams County Justice Center sits at 1100 Judicial Center Drive in Brighton. This location serves the 17th Judicial District. You can visit in person or search online. The phone number is (303) 659-1161.
Cases from the Jefferson County portion go to Golden. The Jefferson County Courthouse sits at 100 Jefferson County Parkway. The phone number is (303) 271-6145. This court serves the 1st Judicial District. You need to know which part of Westminster the incident occurred in.
The Westminster Police Department maintains arrest records. Visit their website at westminsterco.gov/645/Police-Department for information. The department also maintains the local Sex Offender Registry at westminsterco.gov/648/Offender-Registry. Westminster uses the SOTAR system for registry management.
| Primary Court | Adams County Justice Center (17th District) |
|---|---|
| Address | 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601 |
| Phone | (303) 659-1161 |
| Secondary Court | Jefferson County Courthouse, 100 Jefferson County Pkwy, Golden, (303) 271-6145 |
| Police Department | westminsterco.gov/police |
| SOR Registry | westminsterco.gov/offender-registry |
Note: Westminster uses SOTAR for sex offender registry management. Verify which county your case is in before visiting court.
How to Search Westminster Felony Records Online
CoCourts.com covers both Adams and Jefferson County courts. You can search Westminster felony cases from either county. Enter a name or case number to begin. The system shows case status, charges, and hearing dates. Some documents require payment to view.
The CBI Internet Criminal History Check covers Westminster arrests. This name-based search costs $6.00 per result viewed. You need the full name and date of birth. Results appear instantly. The system operates under C.R.S. § 24-72-301. Visit cbirecordscheck.com to search.
To search Westminster felony records, gather this information:
- Full legal name and date of birth
- Approximate date of incident
- General area where the arrest occurred
- 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 checks provide complete criminal histories.
State Resources for Westminster Records
The Colorado Judicial Branch maintains dockets for both the 1st and 17th Districts. Visit coloradojudicial.gov/dockets to search. This covers all Westminster felony cases. Basic case information is free.
The Colorado Department of Corrections tracks inmates from Westminster. 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 Westminster felonies.
The Sex Offender Registry lists felony sex crime convictions. C.R.S. § 16-22-101 sets registration requirements. Search the public database at apps.colorado.gov/sor. Westminster maintains its own local registry using SOTAR. Visit sotar.us for more information.
What Westminster Felony Records Show
Felony records from Westminster document serious criminal cases. Under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401, felonies carry sentences of one year or more in prison. Records begin with Westminster Police arrests. They track through either Adams or Jefferson County Court.
Each case file shows formal charges filed by the District Attorney. These cite specific Colorado statutes violated. Court records document all hearings and motions. You can see pleas entered and trial verdicts. Sentencing records show prison terms, probation, fines, and restitution orders.
Westminster felony records include:
- Arrest reports from Westminster Police
- Charging documents and case numbers
- Court dates and proceedings
- Plea agreements or verdicts
- Sentence details under state law
- Probation and parole status
Sealed records stay hidden from public searches. Contact the arresting agency for warrant information. Juvenile records have separate access rules.
Adams and Jefferson County Felony Records
Westminster spans two counties. Most felony cases go to Adams County. Some cases go to Jefferson County. The city works with both court systems. For more about each county's court system and records access, visit the county pages.