Lincoln County Felony Records

Lincoln County felony records are maintained at the 18th Judicial District Court in Hugo. The county lies on Colorado's eastern plains between Denver and the Kansas border. It has a strong agricultural heritage with wheat and cattle farming. The area is sparsely populated with wide open spaces. All felony prosecutions from Hugo and Limon go through this court. The court follows C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 for felony sentencing.

Lincoln County District Court

The 18th Judicial District Court serves Lincoln County. The courthouse is located at 103 Third Avenue in Hugo. This district also includes Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Cheyenne counties. Judges rotate between multiple courthouses. The Hugo location handles all felony cases for Lincoln County.

The Clerk of Court keeps all case files at the Third Avenue location. Public access is available during regular hours. Staff help visitors find specific records. Photo ID is required for requests. Some older records may be archived. Retrieval takes additional time. Access follows C.R.S. § 24-72-301.

How to Search Lincoln County Felony Records

You can search Lincoln County felony records in different ways. Each option has advantages. Some methods work better for recent cases. Others help with historical searches. Choose what suits your needs.

The Colorado Judicial Branch provides free docket lookups. Go to coloradojudicial.gov/dockets. Select the 18th Judicial District. Then choose Lincoln 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. This paid service covers Lincoln County. It includes full docket information. Visit cocourts.com. Fees vary based on report details.

The CBI Internet Criminal History Check includes Lincoln 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.

Lincoln County Government Resources

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

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

Record Sealing in Lincoln County

Colorado permits sealing of certain criminal records. C.R.S. § 24-72-706 establishes the process. You file a motion in Lincoln 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 require 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 retains access for investigations.

Cities in Lincoln County

Lincoln County includes several communities. All felony cases go to the District Court in Hugo. The county sits on the eastern plains. Hugo serves as the county seat. Limon is the largest town and a major interstate crossroads. Rural communities and farms span the county.

Statewide Resources for Lincoln County

State databases include Lincoln 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 Lincoln County. Details are at cbi.colorado.gov/records-and-background-checks.

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

The Sex Offender Registry lists Lincoln 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 Lincoln County. Check these courts if you need more records. Cases file where crimes occurred.