Search Aurora Arrest Records

Aurora arrest records are managed by two counties because the city straddles a county line. Most of Aurora sits in Arapahoe County, but a large part extends into Adams County. Where a person gets arrested in Aurora determines which county processes the booking and holds the arrest record. Aurora Police Department handles law enforcement across the whole city, but the sheriff offices in each county run the jails. This page explains how to find arrest records in Aurora through county, city, and state channels.

Which County Handles Aurora Arrests

The answer depends on where the arrest took place. The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office handles bookings for arrests in the southern part of Aurora. Their detention facility is at 7375 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112. Call 720-874-3500 for jail information. The records unit phone number is 720-874-3875.

For arrests in the northern section of Aurora, the Adams County Sheriff's Office takes over. Their jail is at 150 North 19th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601. The general number is (303) 654-1850 and the records line is (303) 655-3490. Adams County posts its own online inmate search and warrant search.

If you are not sure which county covers the location where an arrest happened, start with Aurora Police. They can tell you which county processed the booking.

How to Search Aurora Arrest Records

Both counties offer free online inmate searches. The Arapahoe County Sheriff lets you look up current inmates through their inmate information page. Adams County has a search tool at Adams County Inmate Search. Both tools only show people who are in custody right now.

For older Aurora arrest records, you need to submit a formal request. Arapahoe County takes requests through their online records request portal. They charge fees based on the type of record. Case and incident reports, booking photos, and background checks are all available. Adams County arrest records can be requested by calling (303) 655-3490.

The Arapahoe County records unit is open Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM. Walk-in service is available at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112. Fingerprinting hours run Monday through Thursday, 8 AM to noon.

Aurora Police Department Records

Aurora Police Department covers the whole city regardless of county lines. Officers file arrest reports that are then available through the police records division. The APD main office is at 15001 East Alameda Parkway, Aurora, CO 80012. You can call the records section for copies of police reports tied to an Aurora arrest.

Aurora Police keeps its own set of case files that may include more detail than the county booking record. An arrest report from APD will show the officer's narrative, the probable cause for the arrest, and the specific charges. County booking records tend to be shorter and focus on intake data like name, charges, and bond.

CBI Search for Aurora Arrest Records

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation runs a statewide criminal history database. It holds arrest records from every county in the state. You can use the CBI Records Check to search for someone who was arrested in Aurora. The fee is $6.00 per search online. Results come back right away.

A CBI search is handy when someone was arrested in multiple jurisdictions. It pulls arrest data from both Arapahoe and Adams counties into one report. The system only covers arrests that included fingerprinting, which is most of them. The CBI also offers a $13.00 mail option that takes three to five business days.

Aurora Arrest Records Laws

Colorado law requires that arrest records showing official action be open to the public. The CCJRA (C.R.S. 24-72-301 through 24-72-309) defines official action to include an arrest, a charge, and a case outcome. Both Arapahoe County and Adams County must follow these rules when releasing Aurora arrest records.

The Colorado Open Records Act adds another layer. It covers public records from non-criminal-justice agencies. Agencies must respond within three working days, with a possible seven-day extension. The first hour of staff research time is free. After that, the charge caps at $41.37 per hour.

Sealed records will not appear in any search. Juvenile arrest records in Aurora are also protected under C.R.S. 19-1-301. They are not released to the public unless the person was charged as an adult or was 16 or older for certain traffic offenses.

Aurora Court Records

Court records tied to Aurora arrests go through two judicial districts. Arapahoe County cases are handled by the 18th Judicial District. Adams County cases go to the 17th Judicial District. You can search both through the Colorado Judicial Branch courts and records search page.

Court records show charges filed, hearing dates, plea entries, and sentences. They add context to the arrest record by showing how the case turned out. If you want to know whether an Aurora arrest led to a conviction or was dismissed, court records are the place to look. For data requests from state courts, email courtdatarequests@judicial.state.co.us.

Nearby Cities

These cities border or sit near Aurora. Each has its own arrest records page.