Montrose County Court Records

Montrose court records are official documents that offer detailed information concerning litigation, court rulings, and other judicial activities in the county's trial courts. Montrose County criminal court records encompass arrest records as well as additional details associated with court actions.

Are Court Records Public in Montrose County?

The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA) ensures public access to court records. In addition, the Chief Justice Directive 05-01 provides guidelines for the general public to inspect, view, and make copies of court records.

Nevertheless, these laws restrict the public disclosure of certain court records to safeguard privacy, sensitive information, or the integrity of court proceedings. For example, personally identifying information, such as Social Security and driver’s license numbers, juvenile records, termination of parental rights, and guardianship records are exempted from public disclosure. Others include court-sealed records, financial data, and parties' contact details in a case.

Montrose County Court Records Search

Requesters conducting a general search may use the county's online records search tool. This platform allows users to find documents and view indexing information for free. However, searchers must buy copies or download them for a fee.

Alternatively, interested parties may utilize the Montrose County Docket Search tool on the Colorado Judicial Branch website. Users may access a list of court dockets by searching with the date and other criteria (case number, location, party, etc.).

Montrose County Courts

The Colorado trial court system comprises District Courts, County Courts, Municipal Courts, Water Courts, Denver Probate Court, and Denver County Juvenile Court. The following are the addresses of the various types of courts that make up the Montrose County court system:

Montrose County District Court
Montrose County Justice Center
1200 North Grand Avenue,
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 252-4300
Fax: (970) 252-4309

County Court of Montrose County
Montrose County Justice Center
1200 North Grand Avenue,
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 252-4300
Fax: (970) 252-4309

Naturita Municipal Court
222 East Main Street,
P.O. Box 505,
Naturita, CO 81422
Phone: (970) 865-2286
Fax: (970) 865-2815

Olathe Municipal Court
420 Horton Avenue,
P.O. Box 789,
Olathe, CO 81425
Phone: (970) 323-4357 ext. 14
Fax: (970) 323-5742

Montrose County Criminal and Civil Records

In Montrose County, requesters may access criminal and civil court records by completing an online application form or visiting the Clerk of Court's Office (records custodian) to submit a records request.

Searching for court records attracts a fee. The first hour of research is free, while subsequent hours are billed at $30.00 per hour. Copying and certifying records may also incur extra charges.

The Clerk of Court's Office is located at:

Montrose County Justice Center
1200 North Grand Avenue,
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 252-4300
Email: montroseclerk@judicial.state.co.us

Criminal records comprise misdemeanor and felony case facts, court orders, and judgments, including Montrose County arrest records. Civil court records cover non-criminal matters such as family law, probate, and civil litigation.

Montrose County Marriage Records

Eligible individuals who wish to obtain a copy of their marriage license or civil union license recorded in Montrose County should download and fill out the records request form. The completed form may be mailed or submitted in person to:

Recording Office
317 South 2nd Street
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 249-3362
Email: recording@montrosecounty.net

Montrose County Divorce Records

Individuals seeking copies of their divorce records may obtain such documents from the Montrose County District Court Clerk's Office. Such eligible applicants must provide identification documents and pay the necessary fees to acquire divorce records.

For more details, interested applicants may contact the Montrose County District Clerk's Office at the following address:

Montrose County Justice Center
1200 North Grand Avenue Bin A
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 252-4300
Fax: (970) 252-4309
Email: montroseclerk@judicial.state.co.us
Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m

Montrose Birth Records

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) maintains birth records for Montrose County. Eligible requesters may access these records through the Colorado Vital Records Office.

Requesters intending to obtain birth certificates from the office must complete a birth certificate application and provide approved identification, payment, and any other proof of authorization needed. The application materials must be sent to:

Vital Record Mail Services
ATTN: Colorado Vital Records
P.O. Box 222130
El Paso, TX 79913

Applicants may also mail or fax the completed form to the Montrose Public Health at the following address:

Montrose Public Health
1845 South Townsend, West Wing
Montrose, Colorado 81401
Phone: (970) 252-5009
Fax: (970) 964-2159

Birth certificates (certified) cost $20.00 for the first copy and $13.00 for each subsequent copy per record.

Montrose Death Records

Eligible applicants may obtain Montrose County death certificates from the Colorado Vital Records Office or the Montrose County Department of Public Health. Requesters typically have to download and fill out a death certificate application. The completed application form, a valid ID, and the relevant fee should be mailed to the Vital Records Office or the Montrose County Department of Public Health at the addresses above.

Birth certificates (certified) cost $20.00 for the first copy and $13.00 for each subsequent copy per record.

Montrose County Probate Court Records

In Montrose County, the Montrose County District Court handles probate cases.

Some legal issues handled by the probate court include:

• Estate administration
• Trusts
• Guardianships
• Conservatorships
• Mental health commitments

Information seekers who wish to obtain these records should contact the Clerk of Court regarding the submission of a records request. Such records request may be submitted online or in person to the Clerk of Court at:

Montrose County Justice Center,
1200 North Grand Avenue,
Montrose, CO 81401
Phone: (970) 252-4300
Email: montroseclerk@judicial.state.co.us

Making copies of probate documents costs $0.25 per page for in-house records, while digital and electronically communicated records cost $2.00. Certification and seal of documents cost $1.00.

Montrose County Property Records

Individuals in Montrose County may obtain property records via an online search tool provided by the Montrose County Clerk and Recorder's Office. Using search criteria like owner name, address, or parcel number, users may obtain recorded documents such as deeds and liens.

Requesters may also visit the Montrose County Clerk and Recorder's Office to submit a records request for probate records. The Office is located at:

317 South 2nd Street
Montrose, CO.
Phone: (970) 249-3362
Email: recording@montrosecounty.net

Montrose County Court Records Online

Third-party internet portals, such as coloradocourtrecords.us, may offer a more user-friendly experience for performing effective Montrose County court record searches. Users may search for specific cases by entering details such as case numbers and party names from the comfort of their own homes. These platforms allow visitors to view and download court documents from their websites easily.