Garfield County Felony Records
Garfield County felony records are maintained by the 9th Judicial District Court in Glenwood Springs. This county sits in the heart of the Colorado Rockies. The court serves a large area of western Colorado. Felony cases from Rifle, Glenwood Springs, and surrounding areas are filed here.
Garfield County Quick Facts
Garfield County District Court
The 9th Judicial District Court handles felony cases in Garfield County. This court also serves Pitkin and Rio Blanco counties. The main courthouse is in Glenwood Springs. Felony records are stored here for public access.
Under C.R.S. § 24-72-301 et seq., most court records are open. The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act guides access. You can view and request copies of case files. Some cases may be sealed or restricted.
| Court Address |
Garfield County Courthouse 109 8th Street, Suite 2000 Glenwood Springs, CO 81601 |
|---|---|
| Phone | (970) 945-8635 |
| Judicial District | 9th Judicial District |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
How to Search Garfield County Felony Records
You can search for felony records in Garfield County online or in person. Online searches save time. You can check records from home. For certified copies, visit the courthouse.
CoCourts.com is the main portal for Colorado court records. It covers Garfield County cases. You can search by name or case number. The system shows case details and hearing dates. Visit cocourts.com to search.
The Colorado Judicial Branch docket search is free. It provides public access to court information. You can find it at coloradojudicial.gov/dockets. This covers all Garfield County felony cases.
For best search results, gather this information:
- Full name of the defendant
- Approximate year of the offense
- Case number if available
- Location within Garfield County
Statewide Background Checks for Garfield County
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation keeps criminal history records. These include Garfield County felony convictions. You can search these records through the ICHC system online.
The ICHC search costs $6.00 per name. You must create an account to use it. The search shows convictions under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401. This includes all felony classes. Access the system at cbi.colorado.gov.
CBI records are official state documents. They are used for many background check purposes. Garfield County convictions will appear in these searches.
Record Sealing in Garfield County
Some felony records in Garfield County can be sealed. C.R.S. § 24-72-706 sets the rules. Sealing removes records from public view. This helps with housing and other needs.
Not all felonies qualify for sealing. Some drug felonies may be sealed after a waiting period. Cases that were dismissed can be sealed right away. Serious violent felonies usually cannot be sealed.
To seal a record, file a petition with the 9th Judicial District Court. You must notify the District Attorney. The court reviews your request. If approved, the order is sent to CBI and other agencies.
Inmate Search for Garfield County
If someone is in prison for a Garfield County felony, you can find them through CDOC. The Colorado Department of Corrections runs the Offender Search System. This is free to use.
The OSS system shows inmates in state prisons. It includes those convicted in Garfield County. You can search by name or DOC number. Visit doc.state.co.us/oss to search.
For those in local jail, contact the Garfield County Sheriff. They maintain jail records separately. The CDOC system does not show county jail inmates.
Nearby Counties
These counties are near Garfield County. You may need to check their records if a case was filed elsewhere or a person has charges in multiple counties.