Colorado Cities Bench Warrant Search

Colorado cities with municipal courts can issue bench warrants for city code violations, traffic offenses, and local ordinance violations. These municipal warrants are separate from county court warrants. Select a city below to find municipal court warrant resources and contact information.

Arvada Aurora Boulder Broomfield Brighton Castle Rock Centennial Colorado Springs Commerce City Denver Englewood Erie Evans Federal Heights Fountain Fort Collins Grand Junction Greeley Lafayette Lakewood Littleton Longmont Loveland Louisville Northglenn Parker Pueblo Thornton Westminster Wheat Ridge Windsor

About Colorado Municipal Bench Warrants

Municipal courts in Colorado cities handle local violations. These include traffic tickets, city code violations, and minor criminal offenses. When individuals fail to appear for court dates, municipal judges issue bench warrants. These warrants are enforceable by local police and county Sheriff's Offices.

Municipal warrants differ from county warrants. They are issued by city courts rather than county courts. They typically involve less serious charges. However, they still authorize arrest and can lead to jail time if not resolved. Many cities participate in warrant clearance events like Fresh Start to help residents resolve outstanding warrants.

If your city is not listed above, contact your local municipal court directly. You can also check with the county where the city is located for additional warrant search resources.

How to Search for Bench Warrants in Colorado Cities

Each city in Colorado has different procedures for warrant searches. Some cities offer online warrant search tools. Others require phone calls or in-person visits. The most common ways to check for warrants include:

Contacting the municipal court directly by phone
Using the Colorado Judicial Branch's free online docket search
Checking with the county Sheriff's Office warrant division
Using paid services like CoCourts.com for comprehensive searches
Hiring an attorney to check warrants discreetly

When checking for warrants, have your full name and date of birth ready. If you have a case number, provide that as well. This helps court staff locate your records quickly.

Resolving Bench Warrants in Colorado

Resolving a bench warrant typically requires appearing before the court that issued it. Options for resolution may include:

Posting bail or bond to secure a new court date
Appearing in court to have the warrant recalled
Setting up a payment plan for outstanding fines
Participating in warrant clearance events like Fresh Start
Working with an attorney to file a motion to quash

Ignoring a bench warrant can lead to arrest during routine traffic stops. It can also result in driver's license suspension and other consequences. It is always better to address warrants proactively.