Saguache County Arrest Records

Saguache County arrest records are managed by the Saguache County Sheriff's Office in Saguache, Colorado. This vast county in the San Luis Valley is one of the largest in the state by area but one of the smallest by population. The sheriff handles all bookings at the county jail and keeps logs of every arrest. Fingerprint data from Saguache County arrests gets sent to the CBI for inclusion in the statewide database. Criminal cases go through the 12th Judicial District court system. This page covers every method for searching and getting Saguache County arrest records.

Saguache County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Saguache County Sheriff's Office is at 605 Christy Avenue, Saguache, CO 81149. Their phone number is (719) 655-2544. The sheriff is the main law enforcement agency in the county. There are no incorporated cities with their own police force. All arrests in Saguache County go through the sheriff.

When someone is booked into the Saguache County jail, a record is created. The record has the person's name, date of birth, charges, bond amount, and arresting officer. You can request these records by visiting the sheriff's office or calling. Under the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act, arrest records are public when they document official action.

Saguache County is remote and sparsely populated. Arrest volume is low compared to urban counties. But the same legal framework applies. You have the right to inspect and request copies of arrest records. The sheriff may charge a small fee for copies.

How to Search Saguache County Arrest Records Online

Saguache County does not run a public online booking search. For online access, the CBI criminal history check is your primary tool. It costs $6.00 per name. The CBI database covers all 64 Colorado counties, including Saguache. If someone was arrested and fingerprinted here, the record shows up in the statewide system.

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation website explains what the criminal history check includes. It shows arrests, charges, and dispositions from across the state. The search runs in real time. You pay with a credit card and get results quickly.

Below is the CBI sex offender registry search that also covers Saguache County.

This tool is separate from the criminal history check but uses the same CBI infrastructure. It shows registered sex offenders by location.

Saguache County Criminal Court Records

Saguache County is in the 12th Judicial District. The Saguache County Combined Court is at 501 4th Street, Saguache, CO 81149. Criminal cases from local arrests are heard here. Felonies go to district court. Misdemeanors and traffic cases go to county court.

You can search court records through the Colorado Judicial Branch records search. This free tool covers all state courts. Enter a name or case number. For Saguache County, court records show what happened after an arrest, including charges filed, hearings, plea deals, and sentences.

The court clerk in Saguache handles in-person requests. You can get copies of case files for a per-page fee. The clerk can also help you locate old cases that may have been archived or sent to the state records center.

CCJRA and Records Access in Saguache County

The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act sets the rules for accessing arrest records in Saguache County. Records of official action are public. You do not need to give a reason for your request. Booking data, arrest reports, and charge information all fall under this category.

Some records are restricted. Juvenile arrests, active investigations, and sealed records are not available. But most adult arrest records in Saguache County are open. If the sheriff denies your request, you can appeal under the CCJRA. The Colorado open records request page explains the process.

The Colorado open records request process is shown below.

This same process applies to all law enforcement agencies in Colorado, including the Saguache County Sheriff.

Saguache County Warrant and Inmate Tracking

Call the Saguache County Sheriff at (719) 655-2544 to check for active warrants. There is no online warrant search for the county. The sheriff can tell you if someone has an outstanding arrest warrant or a bench warrant from the court.

The Colorado VINE system covers the Saguache County jail. Register for free alerts when an inmate's custody status changes. VINE sends phone calls, emails, or texts. This service is useful for staying informed about someone arrested in Saguache County.

State Prison and Sex Offender Records for Saguache County

The Colorado Sex Offender Registry lists offenders in Saguache County. The CBI updates the registry hourly. Given the county's small population, the number of listings is typically low. But the search tool works just like it does for any other county.

For inmates in state prison from Saguache County, the Colorado DOC offender search is available. It is free. You can search by name to find sentence information, facility location, and projected release dates. For county-level inmates, contact the Saguache County Sheriff directly.

Nearby Counties

Saguache County borders many other counties due to its large size. Each one has its own sheriff and arrest records system.