Access Broomfield County Arrest Records

Broomfield County arrest records are handled differently than most Colorado counties. Broomfield is a consolidated city and county, meaning there is no separate sheriff's office. The Broomfield Police Department serves as both the city police and the county law enforcement agency. All arrest records in Broomfield County go through the police department. Broomfield also does not operate its own jail. People arrested in Broomfield County are typically transported to nearby county jails for holding. This page covers how to access arrest records, search for criminal history, and understand the unique setup in Broomfield County.

Broomfield Police Department

The Broomfield Police Department handles all arrest records for Broomfield County. The department is at 7 DesCombes Drive, Broomfield, CO 80020. Call (303) 438-6400 to reach the main line. Since Broomfield is a combined city-county, this one department covers everything. There is no county sheriff.

When someone is arrested in Broomfield County, the police create an arrest report and booking record. Because Broomfield does not have its own jail, inmates are typically held at the Adams County or Jefferson County detention facilities. This means the booking record may be physically located at another county's jail, but the arrest record itself stays with the Broomfield Police Department. If you are looking for arrest records from Broomfield County, start with the police records unit.

Records requests can be made by phone or in person. Call ahead for fees and hours.

How to Search Broomfield Arrest Records

Broomfield does not operate a public online jail roster since it has no jail of its own. To check if someone was recently arrested in Broomfield County, call the police department at (303) 438-6400. They can confirm arrests and provide basic information about charges and case status.

Because Broomfield inmates go to Adams County or Jefferson County jails, you may also find booking information through those counties' inmate search tools. Check the Adams County jail roster or the Jefferson County inmate search if you believe someone arrested in Broomfield County is being held at one of those facilities.

For a statewide search that includes Broomfield County arrest data, the CBI is the best option. The criminal records check portal is shown below.

The CBI online search costs $6.00 and pulls arrest data from all 64 Colorado counties, including Broomfield.

Broomfield County Court Records

Broomfield County is in the 17th Judicial District. The Broomfield Combined Court is at 17 DesCombes Drive, Broomfield, CO 80020. Phone: (720) 887-2100. Criminal cases filed after an arrest in Broomfield County are handled here. The court processes everything from misdemeanor charges to felony cases.

The Colorado Courts search lets you look up Broomfield County cases online for free. Search by name or case number to find charges, hearing schedules, and case outcomes. This is a good complement to arrest records because it shows what happened after the initial booking. Court records from Broomfield County are updated as cases move through the system.

For certified copies of Broomfield court documents, contact the clerk's office at (720) 887-2100.

Colorado State Criminal Databases

State-level tools add another layer to your Broomfield County arrest records search. The CDOC offender search covers anyone sentenced to state prison from Broomfield County. The sex offender registry shows registered offenders in the Broomfield area. Both are free to use.

The CBI fees page explains the cost structure for background checks that cover Broomfield County and all of Colorado.

Name checks cost $6.00 online. Fingerprint checks cost more but are more accurate for Broomfield County records.

Colorado VINE is another useful tool. Since Broomfield County inmates are held in other county jails, VINE can track their custody status regardless of which facility they are in. Sign up for alerts by phone, email, or text. The service is free and covers every jail in Colorado.

Records Access Laws in Broomfield

The CCJRA applies to Broomfield County just like every other Colorado county. Records of official action are public. Arrest reports, booking data, and filed charges can be inspected by anyone. The Broomfield Police Department follows these rules for records requests.

Sealed records and juvenile cases are not available. Active investigation files may also be withheld. The Colorado open records request page has more on how the CCJRA works. If the Broomfield Police deny a records request, you can appeal under the CCJRA. Just because someone has an arrest record in Broomfield County does not mean they were convicted. It only shows they were taken into custody.

Requesting Records from Broomfield

Contact the Broomfield Police records unit at (303) 438-6400. Give them the full name and date of birth of the person. They can look up arrest records and tell you about fees for copies. You can also visit in person at 7 DesCombes Drive during business hours.

For a statewide check, go through the CBI. The online search is $6.00. Mail requests cost $13.00. The CBI database covers all Colorado counties, so any Broomfield County arrest where the person was fingerprinted will show up. This gives you a broader picture than the local police records alone. Using both sources together is the best approach for a complete search of arrest records tied to Broomfield County.

Cities in Broomfield County

Broomfield is a consolidated city-county, so the city and county are one and the same for arrest records purposes.

Nearby Counties

These counties surround Broomfield County on the Front Range.