Moffat County Felony Records

Moffat County felony records are maintained at the 14th Judicial District Court in Craig. The county sits in northwest Colorado near the Utah and Wyoming borders. It is known for its ranching heritage and outdoor recreation. The area includes Dinosaur National Monument. All felony prosecutions from Craig and the county go through this court. The court applies C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 for felony sentencing matters.

Moffat County District Court

The 14th Judicial District Court serves Moffat County. The courthouse is located at 221 West Victory Way in Craig. This district also covers Grand and Routt counties. Judges travel between courthouses to hear cases. The Craig courthouse handles all felony trials for Moffat County.

The Clerk of Court keeps all case files at the Victory Way location. Public access is available during regular hours. Staff members help visitors locate specific files. Identification is required for all record requests. Older cases may be stored off-site. Retrieval can take additional time for archived files. All access follows C.R.S. § 24-72-301.

How to Search Moffat County Felony Records

You have several ways to search Moffat County felony records. Each option has unique benefits. Some methods work better for recent cases. Others help with historical searches. Choose what fits your situation.

The Colorado Judicial Branch provides free online dockets. Go to coloradojudicial.gov/dockets. Select the 14th Judicial District. Then choose Moffat County. Search by defendant name or case number. Results show case summaries and court dates. Documents are not viewable online.

CoCourts.com offers detailed court records access. This paid service covers Moffat County cases. It includes full docket information. Visit cocourts.com to begin. Costs vary based on report details.

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

Moffat County Government Resources

The Moffat County Sheriff's Office enforces law in the county. Deputies patrol Craig and rural areas. They respond to calls and investigate crimes. The records division processes report requests. Some reports are public under C.R.S. § 24-72-301. Others stay confidential by law.

The courthouse brings court and county offices together. This helps visitors access multiple services. The Clerk and Recorder handles property documents. They do not maintain criminal case files. Those remain with the District Court Clerk.

Record Sealing in Moffat County

Colorado permits sealing of some criminal records. C.R.S. § 24-72-706 sets the rules for convictions. You file a motion in Moffat County District Court. A judge decides whether to grant it. Many felonies cannot be sealed.

Class 4, 5, and 6 felonies may qualify. Some lower-level drug felonies can be sealed too. You must complete your entire sentence. This means prison, parole, and probation. Then wait three years. Some offenses need more time.

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

After sealing is granted, contact the 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 Moffat County

Moffat County includes several communities. All felony cases go to the District Court in Craig. The county spans northwest Colorado near the borders. Craig serves as the county seat and largest city. Dinosaur is a small town near the monument. Rural ranches and communities dot the landscape.

Statewide Resources for Moffat County

State databases include Moffat County felony records. These resources cover multiple jurisdictions. They help with broader searches across Colorado.

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

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

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

Nearby Counties

These counties border Moffat County. Check these courts if you need more records. Cases are filed where crimes occurred.