Find Arrest Records in Arapahoe County

Arapahoe County arrest records are managed by the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office in Centennial, Colorado. Sheriff David C. Walcher leads the office, which runs a detention facility that processes roughly 17,000 bookings each year. The jail holds about 1,400 inmates at any given time. You can look up arrest records through the sheriff's records unit, file a request on their online portal, or search statewide criminal history databases run by the Colorado Bureau of Investigation. This page covers all the ways to find Arapahoe County arrest records, including fees, hours, and contact details for every step of the process.

Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office is the main source for arrest records in Arapahoe County. The administration building sits at 13101 East Broncos Parkway, Centennial, CO 80112. This is where the records unit works. You can call them at 720-874-3875 for questions about arrest reports, case records, or background checks. The main sheriff line is 720-874-3600. For non-emergency calls, dial 303-795-4711.

The records unit is open Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 5 PM. They handle case reports, incident reports, accident reports, booking photos, and clearance letters. Fingerprinting services run Monday through Thursday from 8 AM to 12 PM only. If you need prints done for a background check, plan to arrive early in the morning. The office does not take fingerprints on Fridays or weekends. Arapahoe County arrest records are subject to the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act, which means records of official actions like arrests and bookings must be open to the public.

The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office home page shows current programs, contact links, and how to reach the records division for arrest record requests.

From this page you can find links to the records unit and learn about services the sheriff provides to residents of Arapahoe County. The site also lists phone numbers for each division, including the detention facility and records section.

Arapahoe County Detention Facility and Inmate Records

The Arapahoe County Detention Facility is at 7375 S. Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112. It holds about 1,400 inmates and processes around 17,000 bookings per year. The facility is ACA accredited, which means it meets national standards for jail operations. Call the detention center at 720-874-3500 for questions about current inmates or booking records.

When someone gets arrested in Arapahoe County, they are booked into this facility. The booking process creates an arrest record that includes the person's name, charges, booking date, and bond amount. These records become part of the Arapahoe County criminal justice system. Booking photos are also taken during this process. You can request copies of booking photos through the records unit at the sheriff's administration building.

Bond payments at the Arapahoe County jail come with specific rules. There is a $10 non-refundable bond fee that must be paid in cash. A $30 booking fee also applies. For the bond itself, the jail accepts certified bank checks and money orders. They do not take personal checks for bond payments.

How to Request Arapahoe County Arrest Records

The Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office runs an online records request portal where you can submit requests for arrest records, case reports, and other documents. This is the fastest way to get records without going to the office in person. The portal lets you describe what records you need and pay any fees online.

The Arapahoe County records request portal allows you to submit and track requests for case reports and arrest records online.

Using the portal saves a trip to the office. You can check the status of your request at any time after you submit it. Most records are available within a few business days, though some requests take longer depending on what you ask for.

You can also request arrest records by phone at 720-874-3875 or in person at the records unit during business hours. The office is at 13101 East Broncos Parkway in Centennial. If you need an accident report, allow 7 to 10 days after the accident for the report to be processed and made available. Types of records you can get from the Arapahoe County Sheriff include:

• Case and incident reports
• Accident reports
• Background check results
• Booking photos
• Clearance letters

Note: Accident reports take 7 to 10 days after the incident before they are ready for release.

Arapahoe County Records Fees

Fees for Arapahoe County arrest records vary depending on the type of request. The sheriff's office accepts credit cards, debit cards, and electronic checks through the online portal. Credit and debit card payments carry a fee of $2.00 or 2.45% of the total, whichever amount is greater. Electronic check payments cost $1.50 per transaction.

In-person requests may have different fee structures. Cash is accepted at the records window. If you are paying a bond, remember that the $10 bond fee is cash only. The $30 booking fee is separate from records request fees. For the most current fee schedule, call the records unit at 720-874-3875 before you visit or submit a request. Fees can change, and the staff can tell you exactly what your specific request will cost.

Arapahoe County Jail Visitation

Visiting someone who was arrested and booked into the Arapahoe County Detention Facility requires advance planning. All visits must be scheduled at least 48 hours ahead of time through Securus. On-site visitation is the only option. The jail does not offer remote video visits.

Visitation hours at the Arapahoe County jail run on this schedule:

• Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
• Saturday and Sunday: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
• Wednesday: No visitation

Arrive on time for your scheduled visit. The jail enforces the schedule strictly. If you miss your time slot, you will need to book a new visit through Securus and wait another 48 hours. For questions about visitation rules, call the detention facility at 720-874-3500.

Victim Notification for Arapahoe County Arrests

Arapahoe County participates in the VINE victim notification system. VINE stands for Victim Information and Notification Everyday. If you are a victim of a crime in Arapahoe County, you can sign up to get alerts when an inmate's custody status changes. This includes release from jail, transfer to another facility, or escape.

To use VINE for Arapahoe County arrest notifications, call 720-874-3500 and press 7. You can also register online through VINELink to track inmates across Colorado. The service is free and confidential. You choose how you want to be notified, whether by phone, email, or text message. VINE works for any inmate in the Arapahoe County Detention Facility.

Arapahoe County Court Records

Arrest records tell you about the booking. Court records tell you what happened after that. The 18th Judicial District Court handles criminal cases for Arapahoe County. Once someone is arrested and charged, their case moves through this court system. You can search court records through Colorado Courts online to find case numbers, hearing dates, charges, and outcomes.

Court records and arrest records are different things. An arrest record shows that law enforcement took someone into custody. A court record shows the legal proceedings that followed. Both are public records in Arapahoe County under Colorado law. Looking at both gives you a more complete picture of someone's criminal history in the county.

State Resources for Arapahoe County Arrest Records

Beyond the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, several state-level databases let you search for arrest records that may include Arapahoe County entries. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation runs the Internet Crimes Against Children History Check, known as ICHC. You can search it at CBI Records Check for $6 per search. This pulls criminal history from all 64 Colorado counties, including Arapahoe County. If you prefer to submit your request by mail, the CBI charges $13 for a mail-in background check.

The Colorado VINE system tracks inmates statewide, not just in Arapahoe County. The Colorado Department of Corrections runs its own inmate search for people serving state prison sentences. If someone was arrested in Arapahoe County and later sent to state prison, you can track them through CDOC. The Colorado Sex Offender Registry is another statewide tool that may show offenders with Arapahoe County arrest records.

Note: CBI online checks cost $6 and mail checks cost $13, covering all 64 Colorado counties.

Arapahoe County Arrest Records and Colorado Law

The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act governs how arrest records are handled in Arapahoe County and across the state. Under this law, records of official actions taken by criminal justice agencies must be open to public inspection. This includes arrest records, booking records, and charges filed. The law also sets rules for what can be withheld, such as active investigation details or records sealed by court order.

Colorado law treats arrest records as public documents. An arrest does not equal a conviction, and Arapahoe County arrest records should be understood in that context. Someone may be arrested and later have their charges dropped or be found not guilty. The arrest record still exists, but it does not prove guilt. Courts in Arapahoe County can seal certain records under specific conditions, which removes them from public view.

Cities in Arapahoe County

Several cities in Arapahoe County have their own police departments that make arrests. Those arrest records may be held by the city police or the Arapahoe County Sheriff's Office, depending on which agency made the arrest. Select a city below for details on arrest record access in that area.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Arapahoe County. Each one has its own sheriff's office and arrest records system.