Teller County Arrest Records

Teller County arrest records are managed by the Teller County Sheriff's Office in Cripple Creek, Colorado. This mountain county west of Colorado Springs has a mix of permanent residents and visitors drawn to the Cripple Creek casino district. The sheriff handles all jail bookings and maintains arrest logs for the county. Arrest data from Teller County goes into the CBI statewide criminal records system. Criminal cases are heard in the 4th Judicial District court. This page covers every option for finding and requesting Teller County arrest records.

Teller County Sheriff's Office Arrest Records

The Teller County Sheriff's Office is at 100 Carr Avenue, Cripple Creek, CO 80813. Their phone number is (719) 689-2584. The sheriff operates the Teller County jail and processes all bookings. Arrests made by the Cripple Creek Police Department, Woodland Park Police Department, and other local agencies go through the county jail.

Each booking creates an arrest record with the person's name, date of birth, charges, bond, and arresting officer. You can request these records from the sheriff's office. Under the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act, booking data is a record of official action. The public has a right to inspect these records.

Teller County has an interesting dynamic because of the casino industry in Cripple Creek. The casinos attract visitors, and some of those visits end in arrest. DUI, theft, and disturbance charges are common among casino-related arrests in Teller County. These records are processed just like any other arrest.

How to Search Teller County Arrest Records Online

Check the Teller County Sheriff's website for any posted jail roster or inmate information. For a statewide criminal history search that covers Teller County, the CBI criminal history check costs $6.00 per name. This pulls from the fingerprint database covering all 64 Colorado counties.

The CBI records database portal is shown below.

The CBI search shows arrests, charges, and case outcomes from all counties in Colorado. It is the most thorough online option when searching for Teller County arrest records.

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation website explains the full range of records checks they offer. For basic Teller County arrest record lookups, the $6.00 online name search is the fastest method. You get results in real time with a credit card payment.

Teller County Criminal Court Records

Teller County shares the 4th Judicial District with El Paso County. The Teller County Combined Court is at 101 West Bennett Avenue, Cripple Creek, CO 80813. Criminal cases from Teller County arrests are filed here. Felonies go to district court. County court handles misdemeanors, traffic, and minor cases.

You can search Teller County court records online through the Colorado Judicial Branch records search. This is free. Enter a name or case number. Court records show charges, hearings, pleas, trial results, and sentences. This data complements the arrest record by showing what happened after the booking.

In-person requests go through the court clerk in Cripple Creek. The clerk provides copies at a per-page fee. Certified copies are available at a higher rate. The clerk can also help track down old cases from Teller County.

Records Access Under the CCJRA in Teller County

The CCJRA sets the rules for releasing arrest records in Teller County. Records of official action must be open to public inspection. That includes arrest reports, booking data, and charge information. You can visit the sheriff's office and ask to review these records. No explanation is needed.

Some records are exempt. Juvenile arrests are sealed. Active investigation files can be withheld. Sealed and expunged records are off limits. But for most adult Teller County arrest records, the CCJRA ensures access. The Colorado open records request page provides guidance for formal requests.

Below is the Colorado open records request framework that applies to Teller County.

This same process applies to the sheriff, police departments, and courts in Teller County.

Teller County Warrant and Custody Checks

Call the Teller County Sheriff at (719) 689-2584 to check for active warrants. The Woodland Park Police Department at (719) 687-9262 may also have warrant information. The court issues bench warrants that are on file with the sheriff.

Use the Colorado VINE system to track inmates in the Teller County jail. VINE provides free custody status alerts by phone, email, or text. You get notified when an inmate is released, transferred, or has any change in status. Registration is free and takes just a few minutes.

Sex Offender and DOC Records for Teller County

Search the Colorado Sex Offender Registry for offenders in Teller County. The CBI updates this list every hour. Search by name or area. Each listing shows offense details, photos, and current addresses.

The Colorado DOC offender search covers people sentenced to state prison from Teller County. This free tool shows current inmates and some past offenders. Search by name to find sentence information and facility assignments.

Nearby Counties

Teller County borders several other counties in central Colorado. Each maintains its own arrest records system.