Find Warrant Records in Longmont

Longmont Municipal Court Warrants

Longmont Municipal Court sits at 225 Kimbark Street. Call 303-651-8428 for warrant information. The court processes thousands of cases each year. Most involve traffic violations, petty offenses, and municipal code violations. When you do not show up for court, the judge issues a bench warrant.

These warrants stay active until you resolve them. You can post bond if the warrant lists a bond amount. Pay the bond at the court and get a new date. Some cases allow you to pay fines in full and close the warrant. Call the court clerk to learn your options.

Municipal court hours run Monday through Friday. Staff answer phones and help in person. Bring ID if you visit. Do not go in person if you think you have an active warrant. Call first or send a lawyer. Courts can arrest you immediately when you walk in with a warrant.

Two County Jurisdiction

Longmont spans Boulder County and Weld County. This creates confusion about which court handles cases. Check your citation to see which county. Boulder County cases go through the Boulder County Court. Weld County cases go through Weld County Court in Greeley.

For Boulder County warrant searches, contact Boulder County Sheriff at 303-441-3750. Their warrant section covers the entire county. For Weld County, call the Weld County Sheriff at 970-356-4015. Both agencies maintain separate warrant databases.

The Boulder County Sheriff office provides warrant information for the Boulder County portion of Longmont. Staff can check if you have active warrants in their system.

Weld County Online Warrant Search

Weld County offers an online active warrant search. This tool shows warrants issued by the Weld County Sheriff. Search by name and date of birth. The system updates regularly. Not all warrants show up online. Municipal court bench warrants may not appear.

Use the Weld County online search as a first step. If you find a warrant, contact the court listed on the record. Each warrant shows the case number, charges, and bond amount. Save this information before calling.

Longmont Public Safety Department

Longmont Public Safety combines police and fire services. Officers enforce warrants from all jurisdictions. If you have a warrant, Longmont police can arrest you during any contact. Traffic stops, welfare checks, and calls for service all give police a chance to check for warrants.

The department does not confirm warrants over the phone for the subject of the warrant. This policy prevents people from learning about warrants and fleeing. If you want to know if you have a warrant, hire a lawyer or use the Weld County online tool if applicable.

Types of Warrants Issued

Bench warrants are most common in Longmont. You get one when you miss court. The judge signs an order for your arrest. These do not expire. They can sit in the system for years. Many people do not know they have bench warrants until they get pulled over.

Arrest warrants require evidence of a crime. Police file an affidavit with the court. A judge reviews it and decides if probable cause exists. If yes, the judge signs the arrest warrant. Police can then arrest you at any time or place.

Search warrants allow police to search property. These warrants must be executed within 14 days under Colorado law. The public cannot see search warrants until after police execute them. They remain sealed to protect ongoing investigations.

Clearing Longmont Warrants

Hire a criminal defense attorney to clear warrants without arrest. Lawyers can file motions to quash warrants. They appear in court on your behalf. This keeps you out of custody while resolving the case. Attorneys charge fees but save you from jail time.

Boulder County and Weld County sometimes hold warrant clearance events. These let people resolve minor warrants without arrest. You still must pay fines and appear in court later. Watch the Boulder County Sheriff and Weld County Sheriff websites for announcements.

Post bond if the warrant allows it. Most warrants list a bond amount. Pay that sum to the court. The warrant clears and you get a new court date. Miss that date and you get another warrant with a higher bond.

Municipal Court vs County Court

Know which court issued your warrant. Longmont Municipal Court only handles city violations. These include traffic tickets, noise complaints, and city code issues. County courts deal with state law violations like DUI, theft, and assault.

Check your paperwork to see which court. If you lost it, call the municipal court first. They can check their system and tell you if your case is there. If not, they can point you to the county court.

Warrant Search Resources

Start with the Weld County online warrant search. It covers one of the two counties Longmont sits in. For Boulder County warrants, call the sheriff warrant section. Both counties maintain separate systems. A warrant in one does not show in the other.

The Colorado Judicial Branch docket search shows court cases. It may not list active warrants. Court dockets show scheduled hearings and past appearances. Use it to find case numbers and court locations.

Private companies offer warrant search services for a fee. These databases compile information from multiple sources. They may not have complete or current data. Official sources are more reliable.

Legal Help in Longmont

Colorado Legal Services provides free legal help to low-income residents. They can advise you about warrants and court appearances. Longmont has several private criminal defense attorneys who handle warrant cases. Get a consultation before turning yourself in.

The public defender cannot help until you are charged with a crime. If you just have a warrant, you need a private lawyer. Many offer free consultations. They can explain your options and costs.

Related County Information

For more detailed county information, see the Boulder County Warrant Records page and the Weld County Warrant Records page. These pages cover county-level warrant systems and resources.

CBI Background Checks

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation maintains criminal history records. Their background checks do not include active warrants. Warrants are separate from arrest records. You must check with courts and sheriffs for warrant information.

CBI offers online background checks through their records check website. These cost $5 and show arrests and convictions. They will not show pending warrants.

Longmont Court Hours and Contact

Longmont Municipal Court is at 225 Kimbark Street. Phone 303-651-8428. Hours are Monday through Friday during business hours. The court does not operate on weekends or holidays. Plan ahead if you need to visit or call.

Staff can look up your case by name or case number. Have your date of birth ready. They may ask security questions to verify your identity. This protects your information from unauthorized access.