Larimer County Arrest Records

Larimer County arrest records are maintained by the Larimer County Sheriff's Office in Fort Collins, Colorado. With a population over 360,000, Larimer County is one of the most populated counties in the state. The county stretches from the Front Range foothills to the Continental Divide and includes Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Johnstown, and Estes Park. Arrest records come from the sheriff, city police departments, and Colorado State University police. All county bookings process through the Larimer County jail. This page covers every option for searching arrest records in Larimer County.

Larimer County Sheriff Arrest Records

The Larimer County Sheriff's Office is at 2501 Midpoint Drive, Suite 100, Fort Collins, CO 80525. The main number is (970) 416-1985. The sheriff patrols unincorporated Larimer County and runs the county jail. The Larimer County Jail is one of the larger detention facilities in northern Colorado, processing thousands of bookings each year.

Larimer County offers an online inmate search tool through the sheriff's website. You can look up people currently held in the jail by name. The search shows booking dates, charges, bond amounts, and mugshots. This is one of the fastest and easiest ways to check Larimer County arrest records for recent bookings. The jail roster updates regularly throughout the day.

Multiple police agencies operate within Larimer County. Fort Collins Police, Loveland Police, Windsor Police, Johnstown Police, and Estes Park Police all make arrests in their areas. Many of these arrestees end up in the Larimer County jail. The sheriff's booking records cover all agencies that use the county facility. That makes the jail search a central resource for arrest records across Larimer County.

How to Search Larimer County Criminal History

The Larimer County jail search is the quickest option for recent bookings. For older arrest records or a full criminal history check, use the CBI online records check. The CBI name search costs $6.85 and covers all 64 Colorado counties. Any Larimer County arrest involving fingerprinting shows up in this statewide database.

The CBI criminal background check portal provides statewide results that include Larimer County arrest records.

One search covers arrests from Larimer County and every other county in Colorado.

For a fingerprint-based background check, the cost is about $39.50. You need to get printed at an approved site in Larimer County or elsewhere in Colorado. Fingerprint searches are more accurate than name-based checks because they avoid false matches. The Fort Collins area has several approved fingerprint locations. Most casual searches of Larimer County arrest records work well with the $6.85 name search.

Larimer County Court Records Search

Criminal cases from Larimer County arrests go through the 8th Judicial District. This is one of the busier districts in Colorado, handling cases from both Larimer and Jackson counties. The Larimer County Justice Center is at 201 LaPorte Avenue in Fort Collins. County court handles misdemeanors and traffic offenses. District court handles felonies.

Search Larimer County court records for free at the Colorado Judicial Branch records search. Enter a name or case number to find criminal filings, plea agreements, and sentencing data. The system covers all courts in the 8th Judicial District. This is a free tool with no account needed.

Court records provide the full story after an arrest. An arrest record shows the booking and initial charges. Court records show whether those charges held up, if a plea deal was made, or if the case went to trial. For a complete look at someone's criminal history in Larimer County, check both the arrest records and court records.

Records Requests Under CCJRA in Larimer County

The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act applies to all Larimer County arrest records. Records of official action are public. This includes arrest reports, booking logs, and charge sheets. The Larimer County Sheriff must release these when asked. Send requests to 2501 Midpoint Drive, Suite 100, Fort Collins, CO 80525, or call (970) 416-1985.

Some records stay sealed. Juvenile cases, expunged records, and active investigation files are confidential. Standard adult arrest records in Larimer County are open to the public. The sheriff can charge a reasonable copy fee. Given the large volume of records, processing times may vary. Simple requests usually come back within a few business days.

The CORA and CCJRA page from the Colorado Department of Public Safety has more details on records request rules.

This page explains your rights under Colorado law when requesting Larimer County arrest records.

State Databases Covering Larimer County

Multiple state databases include Larimer County data. The CDOC inmate search shows people from Larimer County in state prison. The Colorado Sex Offender Registry lists registered offenders living in the county. With over 365,000 residents, Larimer County has more entries in these databases than most Colorado counties.

Colorado VINE lets you track custody changes for inmates booked in Larimer County. Sign up and VINE sends you a notification when the person is released, transferred, or has a court date. This service is free and available for any Colorado county.

Larimer County Arrest Record Fees

The Larimer County Sheriff sets copy fees for arrest records. Call (970) 416-1985 for current rates. The CBI name search is $6.85. Court copies from the 8th Judicial District cost $0.75 per page. Certified copies cost more. The online court search and jail roster are both free.

Cities in Larimer County

Several cities in Larimer County have their own police departments. Arrest records from these agencies feed into the Larimer County system when bookings happen at the county jail.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Larimer County. Each has its own sheriff and arrest records system.