Washington County Felony Records

Washington County felony records are kept at the 13th Judicial District Court in Akron. The county lies on Colorado's eastern plains. It is named after George Washington. The area is agricultural with wheat farming and cattle ranching. All felony prosecutions from Akron and Otis come through this court. The court applies C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 for felony sentencing matters.

Washington County District Court

The 13th Judicial District Court serves Washington County. The courthouse is located at 150 Ash Avenue in Akron. This district covers seven counties in northeast Colorado. Judges travel between courthouses in the district. The Akron location handles all felony cases for Washington County.

The Clerk of Court maintains files at the Ash Avenue courthouse. Public access is available during business hours. Staff assist visitors with record requests. Bring photo identification. Some records may be in storage. Retrieval times vary for older cases. All access follows C.R.S. § 24-72-301.

How to Search Washington County Felony Records

You have options for searching Washington County felony records. Each method has benefits. Some work better for recent cases. Others help with older files. Choose based on your needs.

The Colorado Judicial Branch offers free docket access. Visit coloradojudicial.gov/dockets. Select the 13th Judicial District. Then pick Washington County. Search by defendant name or case number. Results show case details and court dates. Documents are not available online.

CoCourts.com provides paid court record access. It covers Washington County District Court. Full docket information is available. Go to cocourts.com. Fees depend on report type.

The CBI Internet Criminal History Check searches statewide. It includes Washington County records. Each search costs $6.00. You need name and date of birth. It shows arrests and convictions. Access it at cbi.colorado.gov.

Washington County Government Resources

The Washington County Sheriff's Office provides law enforcement. Deputies cover Akron, Otis, and rural areas. They respond to emergencies and investigate crimes. The records division handles report requests. Some reports are public under C.R.S. § 24-72-301. Others remain confidential.

The courthouse houses both court and county offices. This allows convenient access to services. The Clerk and Recorder manages property and vital records. Criminal case files stay with the District Court Clerk.

Record Sealing in Washington County

Colorado allows sealing of certain criminal records. C.R.S. § 24-72-706 sets the process for convictions. You file a motion in Washington County District Court. A judge reviews your request. Many felonies do not qualify.

Class 4, 5, and 6 felonies may be sealable. Some lower-level drug felonies qualify too. You must complete your full sentence. This includes prison, parole, and probation. Then wait three years. Some offenses need longer waits.

Many serious felonies cannot be sealed. Class 1, 2, and 3 felonies stay public. Level 1 drug felonies remain visible. Crimes of violence are not sealable. Sex offenses stay on record permanently. Domestic violence convictions cannot be hidden. DUI and DWAI records remain public.

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

Cities in Washington County

Washington County has several communities. All felony cases go to the District Court in Akron. The county is on the eastern plains. Akron serves as the county seat. Otis is another incorporated town. Rural areas and farms cover the county.

Statewide Resources for Washington County

State databases contain Washington County felony records. These tools cover multiple counties. They help with comprehensive searches.

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

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

The Sex Offender Registry includes Washington County. Search by name or location. Updates occur regularly. Check it at apps.colorado.gov. SOTAR provides alerts at sotar.us.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Washington County. Check these courts for additional records. Cases file where offenses occurred.