Crowley County Felony Records

Crowley County felony records are maintained at the 16th Judicial District Court in Ordway. The county sits in southeastern Colorado on the high plains. It is home to several state prisons which are major employers. The area is rural with agriculture as the main industry. All felony prosecutions from Ordway and Sugar City come through this court. The court applies C.R.S. Section 18-1.3-401 for felony sentencing matters.

Crowley County District Court

The 16th Judicial District Court serves Crowley County. The courthouse is located at 110 East Main Street in Ordway. This district also includes Bent and Otero counties. Judges rotate between the three courthouses. The Ordway location handles all felony cases for Crowley County.

The Clerk of Court maintains files at the Main Street location. Public access is available during business hours. Staff assist with locating specific records. Bring photo identification. Some records may be in storage. Retrieval times vary for older cases. Access follows C.R.S. Section 24-72-301.

How to Search Crowley County Felony Records

You can search Crowley County felony records several ways. Each option has advantages. Some work better for recent cases. Others help with historical records. Choose what fits your situation.

The Colorado Judicial Branch provides free docket lookups. Go to coloradojudicial.gov/dockets. Select the 16th Judicial District. Then choose Crowley County. Search by name or case number. Results show case summaries and court dates. Documents are not available online.

CoCourts.com offers detailed court records for a fee. This service covers Crowley County District Court. It includes full docket entries. Visit cocourts.com. Fees vary based on report details.

The CBI Internet Criminal History Check includes Crowley County. This statewide search costs $6.00. You need name and date of birth. It shows arrests and convictions across Colorado. Access it at cbi.colorado.gov.

Crowley County Government Resources

The Crowley County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement. Deputies cover Ordway, Sugar City, and rural areas. They respond to calls and investigate crimes. The records section handles report requests. Some records are public under C.R.S. Section 24-72-301. Others remain confidential.

The courthouse brings court and county offices together. This helps visitors access services. The Clerk and Recorder manages property and vital records. Criminal case files stay with the District Court Clerk.

Record Sealing in Crowley County

Colorado permits sealing of certain criminal records. C.R.S. Section 24-72-706 establishes the process. You file a motion in Crowley County District Court. A judge decides whether to grant it. Many felonies cannot be sealed.

Eligible felonies include Class 4, 5, and 6. Some Level 3 and 4 drug felonies qualify. You must complete your entire sentence. This includes prison, parole, and probation. Then wait three years. Some offenses need longer waits.

Several felonies are never sealable. Class 1, 2, and 3 felonies stay public. Level 1 drug felonies remain visible. Crimes of violence cannot be sealed. Sex offenses stay on record permanently. Domestic violence convictions are not sealable. DUI and DWAI records remain public.

After the court grants a sealing order, notify CBI. Send the order to cdps_cbi_ident_seal@state.co.us. The CBI removes the record from public databases. Other agencies seal their copies. Law enforcement keeps access for investigations.

Cities in Crowley County

Crowley County has two incorporated towns. All felony cases go to the District Court in Ordway. The county is in southeastern Colorado. Ordway serves as the county seat. Sugar City is the other town. Rural areas and farmland cover the county. State correctional facilities are also located here.

Statewide Resources for Crowley County

State databases include Crowley County felony records. These resources cover multiple jurisdictions. They assist with comprehensive searches.

The CBI maintains statewide criminal history records. Their Internet Criminal History Check covers all counties. This includes Crowley County. Details are at cbi.colorado.gov/records-and-background-checks.

The Department of Corrections tracks inmates statewide. Search for prisoners from Crowley County. Find parole status and release dates. Visit doc.state.co.us.

The Sex Offender Registry lists Crowley County offenders. Search by location or name. The database updates regularly. Access it at apps.colorado.gov. SOTAR provides alerts at sotar.us.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Crowley County. Check these courts if you need more records. Cases file where crimes occurred.