Erie Criminal Records Guide

Erie is a growing town in Colorado. It spans two counties. Part of Erie is in Boulder County. The other part is in Weld County. The county line runs through the community. About 30,000 people live here. The town has expanded significantly. It covers about 17 square miles.

Criminal records in Erie depend on location. The county line matters. Incidents in Boulder County go to Boulder County Sheriff. Incidents in Weld County go to Weld County Sheriff. You must know which side of town. This determines where to search. Both counties follow Colorado public records law.

Erie Police Department

The Erie Police Department serves the entire town. Officers patrol both counties. They respond to all calls. They investigate crimes. They write incident reports. The department works with both sheriff offices. Jail placement depends on location.

The Erie Police focus on local law enforcement. They handle traffic matters. They respond to emergencies. They investigate crimes. They promote community safety. Their police reports are public records. You can request copies from the department.

The police department is located at 1000 Telleen Avenue in Erie. The main phone number is 303-926-2810. You can reach them for non-emergency matters. Call 911 for emergencies. The website has additional contact information.

For jail records, location determines the county. Incidents in Boulder County go to Boulder County Jail. Incidents in Weld County go to Weld County Jail. Know which part of Erie the incident occurred in. This directs your search.

Boulder County Sheriff's Office for West Erie

The Boulder County Sheriff's Office handles records for west Erie. They operate the county jail. They process arrests in their jurisdiction. They maintain inmate records. They handle warrants. The sheriff serves all of Boulder County.

Boulder County provides online records access. You can request reports online. You can check for warrants. You can search public records. Visit their website for more information about their services.

The Boulder County Sheriff follows Colorado law. They release public records. They protect sensitive information. Some records need formal requests. They respond to CORA and CCJRA requests. They charge fees for research time.

Weld County Sheriff's Office for East Erie

The Weld County Sheriff's Office handles records for east Erie. They operate the county jail in Greeley. They process arrests in their jurisdiction. They maintain inmate records. They handle warrants. The sheriff serves all of Weld County.

The Weld County Sheriff's Office is in Greeley. The address is 1950 O Street. The main phone is 970-356-4015. The jail is at 2110 O Street. You can reach the jail at 970-350-5120. These serve east Erie residents.

Weld County provides online inmate search. You can look up current bookings. You can check for active warrants. Some records need formal requests. The sheriff follows Colorado law. They release public records. They protect private data.

Colorado State Criminal Records Resources

State resources cover both counties. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation maintains the state criminal history database. This is the official repository. It includes records from all counties. It covers all Erie arrests.

Visit the Colorado Bureau of Investigation website for statewide records.

The CBI Internet Criminal History Check system gives instant results. It costs $6 per search. You can search by name. It covers statewide arrests and convictions. Some records are excluded. Juvenile records do not appear. Sealed records are hidden.

The CBI office is at 690 Kipling Street in Lakewood. The phone is 303-239-4208. Their website has more information. They handle background checks. They maintain the central repository.

Colorado Court Docket Search

Court records show case progress. The Colorado courts maintain online dockets. You can search by name. You can search by case number. This covers criminal cases statewide. It includes both Boulder and Weld counties. It includes all Erie matters.

Access the Colorado Court Docket Search for case information.

Court dockets list hearings and outcomes. They show charges. They list attorneys. They display court dates. This system does not show arrests. It does not show jail bookings. Use it with sheriff records. Together they provide complete data.

Colorado Sex Offender Registry

The Colorado Sex Offender Registry helps you find registered offenders. The CBI manages this database. It is free to use. It is open to the public. You can search by name. You can search by location.

Search the Colorado Sex Offender Registry for public safety information.

The registry includes felony sex offenders. It excludes misdemeanors. It excludes juvenile adjudications. You can search near any Erie address. This helps residents stay informed. The SOR unit phone is (303) 239-4222.

Colorado Laws on Public Records

Two main laws govern records access in Erie. The Colorado Open Records Act is at C.R.S. 24-72-200.1 et seq. It covers most government records. Agencies must respond within three days. Fees are limited by law.

The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act is at C.R.S. 24-72-301 et seq. It applies to police and sheriff records. Most are public. But there are exceptions. Active investigations are closed. Work product is protected. Personal data is redacted.

C.R.S. 24-72-205 caps research fees. The limit is $32 per hour. The first hour is free. No agency can exceed this. This applies to both counties. It applies to Erie PD. Requesters are protected from high costs.

How to Request Criminal Records in Erie

Follow these steps to obtain records. First, determine which county the incident occurred in. This directs you to the correct sheriff. Then identify what you need. Police reports come from Erie PD. Arrest records come from the appropriate county.

• Determine if the incident was in Boulder or Weld County
• Contact Erie Police for incident reports
• Contact the appropriate county sheriff for arrest records
• Use CBI ICHC for statewide criminal history
• Search court dockets for case status

Provide specific details when requesting. Names help. Dates help. Locations help. Case numbers speed up searches. Some requests take time. Complex files need review. Agencies will inform you of delays.

Fees may apply for copies. Both counties charge for research. The first hour is free. Additional time costs up to $32 per hour. Ask about fees first. Bring exact change when visiting in person.

Nearby Cities

Erie sits at the border of Boulder and Weld counties. Several communities are nearby. They use the sheriff services of their respective county.

View Boulder County Criminal Records View Weld County Criminal Records