Larimer County Court Records

Larimer County court records refer to legal documents that detail court proceedings in the county. Such records encompass documents from civil, criminal, and probate cases. Typically, Larimer court records information includes but are not limited to:

• Case information such as case type, case number, names of plaintiff and defendant
• Case filing documents
• Hearing dates and proceedings
• Evidence and Exhibits
• Orders and judgments
• Sentencing
• Case history.

Larimer County court records play vital roles in establishing transparency and fairness in the county's legal system. In addition, court records lay legal precedents for similar cases in the future.

Are Court Records Public in Larimer County?

Yes, Larimer County court records are public. Per the Colorado Open Records Act, the public can access government records. However, certain Colorado court records are exempt from public scrutiny for privacy and security reasons.

In Larimer County, Colorado, the following records are subject to strict confidentiality laws:

• Adoption records
• Juvenile records
• Records containing confidential information such as Social Security Number and financial account details
• Sealed or Expunged records
• Records barred by state or federal statute
• Records that may impact an ongoing investigation
• Trade secrets
• National or state security records
• Attorney-client privilege information.

Larimer County Court Records Search

Several options exist for performing a general search for Larimer County court records. Typically, Larimer County court records are accessible online and offline. They are available online through dedicated records search pages and third-party websites. In addition, interested persons can call, email, or send mail to a records repository agency. Also, Larimer County court records are accessible through in-person visits to the records custodian agency.

Larimer County Court Records Search by Name

Name-based search applies to online and offline records searches. To use a name as a criterion for an online Larimer County court records search:

• Identify the repository agency for the specific records and visit the official website
• Navigate to the records section
• Access the search page
• Select name as the search criterion from the available options
• Enter the name of the owner of the records
• Provide any other information that is required
• Review the results of the records search.

To make an offline name-based search for Larimer County court records:

• Visit the records custodian agency in person
• Request to access records
• Provides the records owner's name and identification
• Pay any applicable fee for accessing records
• Wait for processing.

Note: There may be applicable fees for detailed records searches.

Larimer County Courts

Larimer County's legal structure consists of the District Court, the County Courts, and the Municipal Courts. Various courts that make up the judicial system in Larimer have varying jurisdictions over county and municipal legal cases. The list below outlines the contact addresses of the courts that make up the Larimer County judicial structure.

Larimer County District Court
Larimer County Justice Center
201 Laporte Avenue, Suite 100
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Phone: (970) 494-3500
Fax: (970) 494-3580

County Courts in Larimer County
County Court of Larimer County - Fort Collins
Larimer County Justice Center
201 Laporte Avenue, Suite 100
Fort Collins, CO 80521
Phone: (970) 494-3500
Fax: (970) 494-3580

County Court of Larimer County - Loveland
810 East 10th Street, Suite 110
Loveland, CO 80537
Phone: (970) 622-2100
Fax: (970) 622-2149

Municipal Courts in Larimer County
Berthoud Municipal Court
807 Mountain Avenue
Berthoud, CO 80513
Phone: (970) 532-2643
Fax: (970) 532-0640

Estes Park Municipal Court
170 MacGregor Avenue
Estes Park, CO 80517
Phone: (970) 577-4774

Fort Collins Municipal Court
215 North Mason Street
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Phone: (970) 221-6800
Fax: (970) 221-6867

Loveland Municipal Court
810 East 10th Street, Suite 200
Loveland, CO 80537
Phone: (970) 962-2482
Fax: (970) 962-2938

Timnath Municipal Court
Timnath Administration Building
4800 Goodman Street
Timnath, CO 80547
Phone: (970) 224-3211
Fax: (970) 224-3217

Wellington Municipal Court
3800 Wilson Avenue,
P.O. Box 127
Wellington, CO 80549
Phone: (970) 568-3381

Windsor Municipal Court
301 Walnut Street
Windsor, CO 80550
Phone: (970) 674-2421
Fax: (970) 674-2456

Larimer County District Court Records

In the Larimer County legal system, the District has general jurisdiction for trial and appellate cases. Larimer County District Court oversees criminal, civil, juvenile, and probate cases.

To access Larimer County District Court records:

• Visit the Larimer County page on the Colorado Judicial website
• Scroll down and click “Record Request”.
• Download a “Records Request Form, fill it out, and fax, email, or mail it to:
  ATTN: Records Department
  Larimer County Justice Center
  201 La Porte Avenue, Suite 100
  Fort Collins, CO 80521-2761
  Phone: (970) 494-3509
  Email: 08RecordRequest@judicial.state.co.us.
  Fax: (970) 494-3580

No that to obtain Larimer County District Court records, the following fees may apply:

Larimer County Criminal Records

Larimer County criminal records are official documents that outline an individual’s crime history within Larimer County. In Larimer County, criminal records encompass pre-conviction and post-conviction crime records. Larimer County pre-conviction criminal records or booking reports are publicly available through the Larimer County Sheriff's Office or the arresting law enforcement agencies. To access Larimer County arrest records (charge summary report):

• Login to the Larimer County Sheriff's Office website
• Navigate to the Sheriff's Records section and download a “charge summary report” form, fill it out, and send it by fax, email, mail, or in person to:
  The Larimer County Sheriff's Office
  2501 Midpoint Dr. Fort Collins, CO 80525
  Phone: (970) 498-5110
  Fax: (970) 482-8745
  Email: Sheriffreports@larimer.org

Note: to obtain Larimer County arrest records, there is a $7.50 non-refundable search fee. In addition, the following fees may apply:

• $0.25 per page processing fee
• $0.75 processing fee and a 2.25% convenience fee if payments are by credit card.

Larimer County Criminal Court Case Lookup

Information on Larimer County criminal court cases is available through the Larimer County docket on the Colorado Judicial Branch website and the District Attorney's office.

To look up Larimer County criminal court case information:

• Visit the Larimer County Docket Search Page
• Login to the District Attorney, 8th Judicial District website
• Scroll down and click “Discovery & Records Request”.
• Download, fill out, and submit an electronic “Discovery Request Form”.

Also, interested persons can visit the Larimer County Combined Court clerk's office in person to access Larimer County criminal case information at:

Larimer County Justice Center
201 La Porte Avenue, Suite 100
Fort Collins, CO 80521.

Get Larimer County Civil Court Records

Larimer County civil court records are official documents relating to civil matters adjudications in Larimer County, Colorado. Civil court records documents include:

• Petitions
• Filings
• Summons
• Pleadings
• Exhibits
• Motions
• Court orders
• Discovery documents
• Judgments
• Settlement and agreements.

In Larimer County, the District Court presides over civil cases. For privacy and security reasons, there may be restrictions on some Larimer County civil court records, and requesters may have to show eligibility or legitimate interests to access them. In addition, accessing Larimer County civil court records may require fee payments.

• Visit the Colorado 8th Judicial District website.
• Download a “Records Request” form, fill it out, and mail it along with a check or money order to cover the access fees to:
  Larimer County Justice Center
  201 La Porte Avenue, Suite 100
  Fort Collins, CO 80521-2761

Note: to access protected information (such as separation agreements, parenting plans, and financial statements in domestic cases), a requester must download, complete, and submit a “Proof of Party Form” along with the Records Request.

Also, for assistance in accessing Larimer County civil court records, requesters can visit the Larimer Justice Center clerk's office in person, call (970) 494-3509, or email 08RecordRequest@judicial.state.co.us.

Larimer County Family Court Records

Larimer family Court records are official documents relating to legal proceedings of family law cases in Larimer County. Larimer County family law records and documents encompass but are not limited to the following:

• Adoption records
• Juvenile records
• Guardianship records
• Paternity petition
• Divorce records
• Child custody orders
• Parenting plans
• Domestic Violence and Protective Orders
• Marriage and civil union licenses.

In Larimer County, the District Court handles family law cases. Due to privacy and Confidentiality laws, certain family law records may only be accessible to record owners and persons of legitimate interests.

To access Larimer County family law records, contact the Larimer County Combined Courts clerk of court office by phone at (970) 498-3500 or email 08CourtResourceCenter@judicial.state.co.us.

Also, interested persons can make an in-person visit to the Larimer Combined Courts clerk's office at:

Larimer County Justice Center
201 La Porte Avenue, Suite 100
Fort Collins, CO 80521.

Larimer County family law records are evidence of legal proceedings on family matters in the county. In addition, family law records are precedents for similar cases in the future and are significant in enforcing the rights of persons involved in family law cases in Larimer County.

Larimer Dissolution of Marriage Records

Larimer County marriage dissolution records refer to documents relating to the legal termination of legal unions in Larimer County. To access Larimer County marriage dissolution records:

• Contact the Larimer County Combined Courts clerk’s office by phone, fax, email, or in person for assistance
• Visit the Colorado Judicial Branch website
  • Download a Record Request form, fill it out, and send it to:
    ATTN: Records Department
    Larimer County Justice Center
    201 La Porte Avenue, Suite 100
    Fort Collins, CO 80521-2761
    Phone: (970) 494-3509
    Email: 08RecordRequest@judicial.state.co.us.
    Fax: (970) 494-3580

Larimer County Marriage and Divorce Records

Larimer County marriage and divorce records are legal documents that provide details of marriage and divorce. Larimer County marriage certificates, marriage license certificates, divorce decrees, birth records, and death decrees are part of the Larimer County Vital Records. In Larimer County, marriage and divorce records are public. However, due to privacy reasons, some information may be restricted. Maintaining Larimer County marriage and divorce records is the responsibility of the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder office.

To access Larimer County marriage certificate and divorce records:

• Visit the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder website.
• Navigate to the Easy Access page.
• Scroll and download the PDF files with instructions on registering and navigating the search page.
• Login to the Easy Access portal to access Larimer County marriage and divorce records.

Also, requesters can visit the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder's office in person between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. Monday through Friday at:

200 W. Oak Street, Fort Collins, CO 80521.

Larimer Birth and Death Records

Larimer County birth and death records are documents relating to the birth or death of individuals in Larimer County. Under state laws, such records are generally confidential. A non-records owner must show direct, tangible interest to access a Larimer County birth certificate and death decree. The Larimer County Department of Health and Environment Vital Records Division is the repository for birth and death records in Larimer County.

To access Larimer birth records and death decrees:

• Visit the Larimer County Department of Health and Environment website
• Navigate to the Vital Records section
• Depending on the required records, scroll down and select the option for either birth or death certificate
• Choose any of the available options for obtaining birth or death records. For instance
  • Book an appointment for an in-person visit
  • Access records through affiliate third-party websites
  • Download a certified birth or death certificate request form, print, fill it out, and send it to:
    Vital Statistics, 1525 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80524.

Note: to obtain Larimer County birth and death certificates, the following fees apply:

• $7.50 surcharge to verify identity if using third-party online tool
• A $20.00 fee for a certified copy of a birth certificate and an additional $13.00 per copy of the certificate ordered simultaneously.

Larimer County birth and death records can be a source of data for epidemiological studies and disease surveillance. They are also a source of data for demographic analysis and population studies.

Larimer County Probate Court Records

Larimer County probate court records are official documents relating to the administration and distribution of a deceased person's estate within Larimer County, Colorado. In Larimer County, the District Court handles probate cases. Typically, probate court records documents include:

• Wills and Testamentary documents
• Asset Inventory and Appraisals
• Creditors claim
• Trust Administration
• Guardianship and Conservatorship records
• Distribution of Assets records.

To obtain Larimer County probate court records:

• Visit the Larimer Combined Courts website, download a Record Request form, fill it out, and send it to:
  Larimer County District Court
  P.O. Box 1280
  Fort Collins, CO 80522
• Visit the Larimer District Court Clerk's Office in person at:
  Larimer County Justice Center
  201 La Porte Avenue, Suite 100
  Fort Collins, CO 80521.

Larimer County Property Records

Larimer County property records are official documents relating to assessments, transactions, and real estate ownership within Larimer County. In Larimer County, the County Clerk and Recorder's office is the repository for property records. Larimer County property records information includes:

• Parcel Number
• Property address
• Ownership information
• Plat maps
• Building permits
• Deeds
• Tax information
• Liens and Encumbrances
• Property sales history
• Zoning information.

To access Larimer County property records:

• Visit the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder website
• Navigate to the Easy Access page
• Login to the Easy Access portal to access Larimer County property records

Also, requesters can call the Larimer County Clerk and Recorder's office at (970) 498-7860 or send a records request by mail to:

Attn: Orders
P.O. Box 1280
Fort Collins, CO 80522.

Larimer County Court Records Online

Operating independently of any government entity, third-party online resources like Coloradocourtrecords.us may provide convenient tools for accessing Larimer County court records. Such online resources offer cost-effective and convenient ways of obtaining records. In addition to a 24/7 availability of records, requesters can access Larimer court records from different locations. However, there are limitations to third-party online resources. For instance, there may be issues of user data breach, limited document availability, and unreliability of data from third-party sites.