Find Boulder County Residents Records

Boulder County residents directory records are maintained by multiple county departments. The Clerk and Recorder's office manages property documents, marriage licenses, and business filings for the county's 330,000 residents. Court files are kept by the judicial branch. Law enforcement records are handled by the Sheriff's office. These agencies work together to form the residents directory system. Records for Boulder, Longmont, Louisville, Lafayette, and other cities in the county are all filed at the county level. Most public documents are stored at 1750 33rd Street in Boulder. Some records can be searched online. Others require an in-person visit. Colorado's open records law controls access to these files. You can reach the Clerk and Recorder at 303-413-7700 or by email at clerkandrecorder@bouldercounty.org. Staff can help you find specific documents or explain how to submit a formal records request.

Boulder County Record Access

Access to the Boulder County residents directory begins at the Clerk and Recorder's office. This office holds deeds, mortgages, liens, marriage records, and business filings. The office is open Monday through Friday. You can walk in without an appointment for basic searches. Staff will show you how to use the public computers. If you need help, ask at the service counter. The office is located in a county building at 1750 33rd Street, Suite 200, in Boulder.

Court records are housed separately. The district court and county court each have their own clerk's office. Civil cases, criminal cases, domestic relations, and probate matters are all filed with the courts. You must provide a case number or the names of all parties involved. Court clerks will help you locate case files. Some records are sealed by court order. Sealed files are not part of the public residents directory. You need a judge's permission to view sealed cases. Open files can be reviewed during business hours. The courthouse is in downtown Boulder.

Sheriff's office records include arrest logs and incident reports. Most of these are public. The logs show who was arrested, when, and for what charge. Incident reports describe crimes reported to deputies. Some records are restricted while an investigation is ongoing. After a case closes, the records usually become public. You can request copies from the Sheriff's records division. They charge a fee for lengthy reports. Simple requests may be filled right away. Complex searches take longer.

Vital records such as birth certificates, death certificates, and marriage licenses are available from the Clerk and Recorder. Not all vital records are fully public. Birth certificates are restricted for 100 years. Only immediate family members can get copies of recent birth records. Death certificates are restricted for 20 years. Marriage records are public as soon as they are filed. Each type of record has a different fee. The office will tell you the cost when you request a document.

Note: Record availability is subject to Colorado law and some documents may require proof of relationship or legal interest.

Online Searches and Databases

Boulder County offers online access to parts of the residents directory. The Clerk and Recorder's website has a searchable property records database. You can search by owner name, property address, or legal description. The system shows scanned images of deeds, mortgages, and other recorded documents. Most recent records are available online. Older documents may not be digitized yet. The online search is free. You pay only if you print or download copies.

More details on county services are available at the Boulder County Clerk and Recorder website, which provides access to online search tools and office contact information.

The website includes instructions for using the online databases and lists the hours and locations of all county offices.

Court records have limited online availability. The district court website posts case dockets. You can see the case number, parties, and a list of filings. You cannot view the actual documents online. Those must be requested in person. The docket shows you what has been filed in the case. It does not include the text of motions, orders, or other documents. For full access to case files, visit the courthouse. The clerk will pull the file and you can review it there.

The Sheriff's office does not have an online residents directory search. Arrest logs are posted on the website but are not searchable by name. You must contact the records division directly to search for a specific person. They will check the system and tell you what they have. If you want copies, you must submit a written request. The Sheriff's office responds to requests within three business days as required by CORA, which is located at C.R.S. §§ 24-72-200.1 through 205.

How to Submit Requests

You can request Boulder County residents directory records in several ways. In-person visits are the fastest. The Clerk and Recorder's office has public computers you can use for free. Staff are available to help. If you find what you need, you can print copies for $0.25 per page. Bring identification if you are requesting vital records. Some documents require proof of your relationship to the person named in the record.

Written requests can be mailed to the Clerk and Recorder at 1750 33rd Street, Suite 200, Boulder, CO 80301. Include a detailed description of the records you want. List all names, dates, and other identifying details. Provide your mailing address and phone number. The office will contact you if they need more information. They will also give you a cost estimate before making copies. You can pay by check or money order. Some offices accept credit cards. Allow one to two weeks for processing.

Email requests are accepted at clerkandrecorder@bouldercounty.org. The office can handle many types of requests by email. Certified copies cannot be emailed. Those must be picked up or mailed. Regular copies can sometimes be sent as PDF files. The office will tell you what options are available. Email responses usually come within a few days. More complex requests take longer.

The state of Colorado maintains additional resources at the official Colorado website, which links to statewide agencies and databases.

The state site provides access to licensing boards, regulatory agencies, and centralized record systems that complement county records.

Phone inquiries can be made at 303-413-7700. Staff can answer questions about fees, procedures, and office hours. They can confirm whether a document is on file. They cannot read documents to you over the phone. For copies, you must submit a formal request. The office will not conduct lengthy research by phone. Complex searches require a written request.

Record Types in the Directory

The Boulder County residents directory includes many categories of public documents. Real estate records are the most heavily used. These include deeds, mortgages, liens, easements, and plat maps. All documents affecting land ownership are recorded with the Clerk. The office indexes them by grantor, grantee, and legal description. You can search by the buyer's name, the seller's name, or the property address. Real estate records go back to the 1800s.

Business records are filed with the Clerk and Recorder. Trade names and assumed business names must be registered with the county. These filings show the business name, the owner's name, and the business address. The Clerk maintains an index by business name and owner name. You can search to see if a name is already in use. You can also find out who runs a particular business. Copies cost $0.25 per page.

Marriage records are part of the residents directory. The Clerk issues marriage licenses and records marriage certificates. You can search for a marriage by the name of either spouse. The index shows the license date and the marriage date. Certified marriage certificates cost $15.00. Plain copies are less expensive. Marriage records are public and you do not need to be related to the couple to get a copy.

Court records cover a wide range of cases. Civil lawsuits, small claims, family law, probate, and criminal cases are all filed with the courts. Each case file includes the complaint, answer, motions, and court orders. Some files have exhibits and transcripts. The court clerk maintains an index by case number and party names. You can search the index for free. Copies of documents have a fee. Most court copies cost $0.75 per page.

Criminal history records are governed by the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act at C.R.S. §§ 24-72-301 through 309. The Sheriff's office keeps arrest logs. These are public records. They list the person's name, the charge, and the arrest date. Conviction records are in court files. Both are part of the residents directory unless sealed. Juvenile records are confidential and cannot be released to the public.

Restrictions and Confidentiality

Not every document in the Boulder County residents directory is fully public. Colorado law protects certain information. Birth certificates less than 100 years old are restricted to immediate family. Death certificates are closed for 20 years from the date of death. Adoption records are sealed permanently. These restrictions are set by state statute and apply to all counties.

Court files may be sealed in some circumstances. A judge can order a case sealed if there is good reason. Criminal defendants can petition to seal records after completing their sentence. If the petition is granted, the case disappears from the public index. Juvenile cases are sealed automatically. Family law cases may have redactions to protect children or victims of abuse. Chief Justice Directive 05-01 provides guidance on court record access.

Even in public records, some information is redacted. Social Security numbers are always removed. Bank account numbers are blocked out. Home addresses of domestic violence victims are not disclosed. These redactions protect privacy while maintaining public access. The county must follow the law when deciding what to release. If you disagree with a denial, you can appeal. The denial notice will explain your rights.

Costs and Response Times

Boulder County charges for copies from the residents directory. The basic rate is $0.25 per page for standard documents. Certified copies have an added fee. Birth certificates cost $20.00 certified. Death certificates are $20.00. Marriage certificates are $15.00. These fees are the same across Colorado. Court documents cost $0.75 per page. Certified court documents have a $5.00 fee plus the per-page charge.

Research fees apply when a request takes significant staff time. If the search exceeds one hour, the county charges for staff work. The hourly rate is approximately $33.00. The office will estimate the cost before starting. You can choose whether to go ahead. Simple searches do not have a research fee. Only extensive requests are charged extra.

Response times vary by the complexity of the request. Walk-in searches are often completed the same day. Mail requests take at least a week. Email requests are usually answered in a few days. Under CORA, the county must respond within three business days. The response can be the records, a cost estimate, or an explanation of any delay. Large or complicated requests may need extra time. The office will keep you updated on the status of your request.

Note: Fees and processing times are subject to change, so confirm current rates with the office before submitting a request.

Cities in Boulder County

Boulder County encompasses several cities where residents directory information is generated and filed with county offices. Boulder is the county seat and largest city. Longmont is partly in Boulder County and partly in Weld County. Lafayette, Louisville, Superior, and Erie also have communities within the county. Each city listed below has a dedicated record information page.

Other communities in Boulder County include Nederland, Lyons, and various unincorporated areas. Records for residents of these areas are maintained at the county level in Boulder.

Nearby Counties

Boulder County shares borders with Jefferson, Larimer, and Weld counties. Each has its own residents directory system. Links to neighboring county records are provided below.