Douglas County Felony Records

Douglas County felony records are maintained by the 18th Judicial District Court in Castle Rock. This fast-growing county is part of the Denver metro area. The court handles all serious criminal cases filed here. Records are available to the public under Colorado law.

Douglas County District Court

The 18th Judicial District Court serves Douglas County from Castle Rock. This is one of the busiest judicial districts in Colorado. The court hears all felony criminal cases from Douglas County. The clerk's office keeps all case files and court records.

Access to these records is governed by the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act. C.R.S. § 24-72-301 et seq. sets the rules for public access. Most felony case files are open for inspection. Some records may be sealed or restricted by court order.

How to Search Douglas County Felony Records

There are several ways to search for felony records in Douglas County. Online searches are the most convenient. You can use state court portals from home. In-person visits to the Castle Rock courthouse let you view full files.

CoCourts.com provides access to Douglas County court records. This system covers all Colorado courts. You can search by name or case number. It shows case status, hearing dates, and charges. Visit cocourts.com to begin your search.

The Colorado Judicial Branch docket search is another option. This tool shows public court information. You can find it at coloradojudicial.gov/dockets. It is free to use and covers Douglas County cases.

For best results, gather this information before you search:

• Defendant's full name
• Approximate date of the offense
• Case number if known
• Date of birth to narrow results

Statewide Background Checks for Douglas County

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation maintains criminal history records. These include all Douglas County felony convictions. You can request a search through the ICHC system online.

A CBI search costs $6.00 per name. You must create an account to use the system. The search returns conviction records from across Colorado. This includes felonies under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401. Access the ICHC at cbi.colorado.gov.

For more information on records access, visit cbi.colorado.gov/records-and-background-checks. The CBI is the central repository for criminal history in Colorado.

Felony Classifications in Douglas County

Colorado classifies felonies into six classes. C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 sets the sentencing ranges. Class 1 felonies are the most serious. Class 6 felonies are the least serious. Douglas County courts follow these classifications.

Class 1 felonies include crimes like first-degree murder. These carry the harshest penalties. Class 2 felonies include serious violent crimes. Drug felonies have their own classification system. Each class has set sentencing ranges.

Sentence lengths vary by felony class. Class 1 can result in life in prison. Class 6 may allow probation. Prior convictions can increase sentences. The court considers many factors at sentencing.

Record Sealing in Douglas County

Some felony records in Douglas County can be sealed. C.R.S. § 24-72-706 provides the process. Sealing removes records from public databases. This can help with finding housing and other needs.

Not all felonies qualify for sealing. Class 1 and 2 felonies usually cannot be sealed. Class 3 felonies have a long waiting period. Some drug felonies may be sealed sooner. Cases with dismissal or acquittal may be sealed right away.

To seal a record, file a petition in Douglas County District Court. You must notify the District Attorney. The court reviews your case history. If approved, the order is sent to CBI and other agencies. They must seal the records from public view.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Douglas County. A person may have charges in multiple counties or records in different courts. Check these locations if you need complete information.