Warrants are considered public records in Crowley County, Colorado, pursuant to the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA), C.R.S. § 24-72-201 et seq. This legislation establishes the public's right to access various governmental records, including warrant information maintained by county law enforcement agencies and courts. The Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA), C.R.S. § 24-72-301 et seq., further governs the disclosure of criminal justice records, including warrants.
The Crowley County Sheriff's Office maintains warrant records as part of its official duties as the chief law enforcement agency in the county. Public access to these records serves to promote accountability within the judicial system and provides citizens with information about law enforcement activities within their community.
Certain limitations may apply to warrant information that is part of an ongoing investigation or contains sensitive personal information. In such cases, portions of the record may be redacted in accordance with C.R.S. § 24-72-204, which outlines allowable exceptions to public disclosure.
Warrant records maintained by Crowley County authorities typically contain the following information:
The Colorado Judicial Branch maintains court records that may include warrant information as part of case dockets. These records are typically accessible through the county courthouse or via electronic court record systems.
Members of the public may conduct free warrant searches in Crowley County through several official channels:
Visit the Crowley County Sheriff's Office in person at: Crowley County Sheriff's Office 401 Colorado Avenue Ordway, CO 81063 Phone: (719) 267-5555 Official Website
Access public terminals at the Crowley County Combined Court: Crowley County Combined Court 110 E. 6th Street Ordway, CO 81063 Phone: (719) 267-4468 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Utilize the Colorado Judicial Branch's online docket search for case information that may indicate warrant status
Pursuant to C.R.S. § 24-72-305.5, individuals seeking information about their own warrant status may be required to provide proper identification to verify their identity before receiving complete record information.
The Crowley County Sheriff's Office is the primary law enforcement agency responsible for executing warrants within county jurisdiction. Sheriff warrants are official documents issued by judicial authorities that grant law enforcement officers the legal authority to take specific actions, such as:
The Sheriff's Office maintains a database of active warrants and coordinates with other law enforcement agencies to execute warrants across jurisdictional boundaries when necessary. Under Colorado law, specifically C.R.S. § 16-3-102, peace officers may execute arrest warrants when they have knowledge of the warrant's existence, even if the physical warrant is not in their possession at the time of arrest.
For information regarding active warrants, members of the public may contact the Crowley County Sheriff's Office Warrants Division directly at (719) 267-5555 ext. 3.
As of 2025, individuals seeking to determine if they have an active warrant in Crowley County have several verification methods available:
Contact the Crowley County Sheriff's Office Records Division at (719) 267-5555 during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Visit the Colorado Judicial Branch's electronic court records system to search for case information using name and date of birth
Consult with the Crowley County Combined Court Clerk's Office at: Crowley County Combined Court 110 E. 6th Street Ordway, CO 81063 Phone: (719) 267-4468
Retain legal counsel who can access court records and provide confidential advice regarding warrant status and potential resolution options
Pursuant to C.R.S. § 16-3-107, individuals with active warrants may be subject to arrest at any time. Therefore, prompt resolution of warrant issues is advisable to avoid unexpected detention.
Outstanding warrants in Crowley County may be verified through the following official channels:
In-person inquiry at the Crowley County Sheriff's Office Records Division: Crowley County Sheriff's Office 401 Colorado Avenue Ordway, CO 81063 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Telephone inquiry to the Sheriff's Office Warrants Division at (719) 267-5555 ext. 3
Access to public terminals at the Crowley County Combined Court: Crowley County Combined Court 110 E. 6th Street Ordway, CO 81063 Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Electronic search through the Colorado Department of Corrections offender search system for warrant information related to probation or parole violations
When conducting a warrant search for another individual, requestors should be aware that certain identifying information may be required to ensure accurate results. The Sheriff's Office may charge nominal fees for printed copies of warrant information in accordance with C.R.S. § 24-72-306, which authorizes reasonable fees for record reproduction.