Fort Morgan Residents Directory Search
The Fort Morgan residents directory draws from public records kept by the Morgan County Clerk and Recorder in the city, which serves as the county seat. Property documents, court filings, vital statistics, and business registrations are all maintained at the county level. Colorado's open records laws give the public access to most government documents. The Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. sections 24-72-200.1 through 205, sets the legal framework for requesting records and establishes the timelines that agencies must follow when responding. You can make requests in person at the clerk's office, by mail, or through online search tools.
Fort Morgan Quick Facts
Morgan County Clerk Office
The Morgan County Clerk and Recorder is at 231 Ensign Street, Fort Morgan, CO 80701. The phone number is 970-542-3521. This is the main office for public records serving Fort Morgan and the rest of Morgan County. They keep property documents, vital records, and a range of other filings that make up the residents directory.
Property records are central to what the clerk maintains. Every deed, mortgage, lien, and release gets filed here when real estate changes hands. You can look up property records by the owner's name or by the property address. Standard copies cost 25 cents per page. Certified copies that carry the clerk's seal cost more. Most people only need plain copies for research.
The clerk also handles marriage licenses. Past marriage records are on file and searchable. Birth and death certificates are stored here too, but access is limited to specific people. Only the person named on the record, their parents, or legal representatives can request copies. The public does not have access to these vital records.
Visit the Morgan County website at https://www.co.morgan.co.us/149/Clerk-Recorder for details about services, hours, and online search options.
Fort Morgan Record Categories
The residents directory for Fort Morgan spans several record types. Property records get the most requests. They document ownership transfers, mortgage filings, liens, and releases. The county assessor has separate data on property values, lot sizes, building details, and tax amounts. Both sets of records are public.
Court records form another large category. Morgan County is part of the 13th Judicial District, sharing that district with neighboring Logan County. Courts handle criminal cases, civil disputes, family law, and probate. Most court filings are open to the public. Sealed records and juvenile cases are exceptions. The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act in C.R.S. sections 24-72-301 through 309 governs access to criminal records specifically, setting different rules based on the type of record and case outcome.
Voter registration records are public. The county clerk keeps a list of registered voters with names and addresses. Personal details beyond that are protected. Business name registrations are also open. Anyone who operates under a name other than their own legal name must file with the county, and these filings can be viewed by the public.
Requesting Fort Morgan Records
Provide as much detail as you can. Names, dates, and addresses make it easier for the clerk to find what you need. The more specific you are, the faster and cheaper the process will be. Broad requests take longer because staff has to search through more files.
The law requires the office to respond within three working days. That response will say whether the records exist, whether you can see them, and what copies will cost. Large requests may take longer to complete, but the initial acknowledgment must come within three days.
Some records are protected. Active investigations, certain employee files, and information shielded by privacy laws cannot be released. If the office denies your request, they must explain why and point to the law that supports the decision. You have the right to appeal a denial.
Pay for copies before you receive them. The standard rate is 25 cents a page. Certified copies are more expensive. You can pick up records in person or have them mailed. Some records may be available electronically.
Court Records Access in Fort Morgan
Morgan County courts sit in the 13th Judicial District. County court covers misdemeanors, traffic cases, and small claims. District court handles felonies, large civil matters, and family law. Records from both courts are generally public, though some cases are sealed or restricted.
The state court search at https://www.cocourts.com/cocourts/ is a good first stop. You can look up cases from Morgan County and every other county in Colorado. Search by party name or case number. This can save you a trip to the courthouse for basic lookups.
The Colorado Judicial Branch provides a public records access guide at https://www.coloradojudicial.gov/access-guide-public-records. It covers what court records are available, how to request them, and what fees you can expect. Chief Justice Directive 05-01 lays out the overall policy for public access to court records in Colorado.
State Resources for Fort Morgan
The Colorado state portal at https://www.colorado.gov/ links to all state agencies and services. This is a useful starting point if you need records from a state-level department. Each agency has its own website with search tools and information about how to request documents.
The Colorado Bureau of Investigation offers criminal history checks at https://www.cbirecordscheck.com/. These cover convictions from all Colorado counties, not just Morgan County. There is a fee for each report. Results are sent directly to the person who submitted the request.
Below is a screenshot of the Colorado judicial public records access guide, which explains the rules for getting court records that apply in Fort Morgan and throughout the state.
This guide covers court record types, access rules, and the process for requesting documents from any Colorado court.
Fort Morgan Property Records
Property records in Fort Morgan are filed with the Morgan County Clerk and Recorder. Deeds, mortgages, liens, and releases all go through this office. Each filing becomes part of the public record and can be searched by anyone. The chain of title for any parcel traces back through these documents.
The county assessor maintains related data. They set property values for tax purposes and keep records of lot sizes, building features, and annual tax amounts. This information is public and may be available through the county website. It is a good resource for researching property values in Fort Morgan.
The Secretary of State also has records relevant to Fort Morgan businesses. You can look up entities at https://www.coloradosos.gov/biz/BusinessEntityCriteriaExt.do. This search covers all registered businesses statewide.
Below is a screenshot of the Secretary of State business entity search, where you can look up any Colorado company including those in Fort Morgan.
Business entity records are free to search and include information about LLCs, corporations, partnerships, and trade names.
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