Thornton Active Warrant Records
Thornton warrant records are managed by the municipal court and Adams County Sheriff's Office. The Thornton Municipal Court handles city violations including traffic tickets, misdemeanors, and ordinance violations. Adams County manages warrants for county and district court cases. The municipal court is located at 9551 Civic Center Drive and operates Monday through Thursday. You can contact the court by phone to inquire about warrants or visit in person. Adams County also offers an online warrant search tool for county-level warrants.
Thornton Municipal Court
Thornton Municipal Court is at 9551 Civic Center Drive, Thornton, CO 80229. The phone is 720-977-5400. Office hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The court is closed on Fridays. This limited jurisdiction court handles traffic violations, misdemeanors, animal violations, code violations, and parking citations.
The Thornton Municipal Court website provides information about court services and procedures. You can find contact details, hours, and general information about cases. For specific warrant inquiries, call the court directly. Staff can tell you if you have an active warrant in their system.
Most municipal warrants stem from failure to appear. When you miss a court date, the judge issues a bench warrant. These warrants authorize police to arrest you and bring you to court. Some warrants allow posting bond. Others require appearing before the judge. Call the court to find out your options.
Adams County Warrant Search
Adams County offers an online warrant search tool at search.adamscountysheriff.org/warrantsearch.php. You can search by last name, first name, and date of birth. The system updates daily by 7 AM. Juvenile warrants are excluded from public access. Not finding a warrant does not guarantee one does not exist with other agencies.
The Adams County Sheriff warrant search covers warrants issued by Adams County courts. This includes county court and district court warrants. These are typically more serious than municipal court warrants. The sheriff's office is at 150 North 19th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601.
For warrant questions, call the Adams County Warrants Section at 720-322-1325. Hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. They can provide information about county warrants. For bonding questions, call 303-654-1850. If you want to turn yourself in, the detention facility accepts surrenders 24 hours a day.
Adams County Sheriff's Office
The Adams County Sheriff's Office manages warrants for county and district courts. Their main office is at 150 North 19th Avenue, Brighton, CO 80601. The non-emergency line is 303-288-1535. They handle felonies and serious misdemeanors. These warrants are more serious than municipal court warrants.
Visit the Adams County page for complete county warrant information. The county serves Thornton and other cities in Adams County. County warrants can come from cases anywhere in the county. Check both city and county systems for a complete search.
Searching for Thornton Warrants
Start with the Thornton Municipal Court for city violations. Call 720-977-5400 during business hours. Give them your full name and date of birth. They can check their system for active warrants. This only covers municipal court. It does not include county or state warrants.
Next use the Adams County online warrant search. Enter your name and birth date. The system shows county warrants. Remember it updates daily, so very recent warrants may not appear immediately. Call the warrant section if you need current information.
The Colorado Judicial Branch docket search covers state courts statewide. Search by name or case number. This may show warrants from county or district court. Not all warrant information appears online. Call the court clerk for specific questions.
Types of Warrants
Bench warrants come from missing court. The judge issues them to compel your appearance. Police can arrest you at any time on a bench warrant. Some allow bond. Others require seeing the judge. Check with the court about your warrant's conditions.
Arrest warrants need probable cause. Law enforcement requests these when they have evidence you committed a crime. A judge reviews the request and signs if there is enough proof. Arrest warrants do not expire. They stay active until executed or recalled.
Search warrants authorize searching property. Police use these to gather evidence. They must execute within 14 days under Colorado law. After that they expire. Search warrants do not arrest people. They find evidence. If evidence is found, arrest may follow.
Clearing a Warrant
Hire an attorney before dealing with a warrant. A lawyer can file a motion to quash it. This asks the court to recall the warrant. If approved, you can appear without arrest. Attorneys know court procedures and can protect your rights better than you can alone.
For minor municipal warrants, you may post bond. Call the court to learn the amount. Some courts accept payment by phone. Others require cash at the courthouse. Posting bond gives you a new court date. The warrant is temporarily lifted.
Do not ignore a warrant. It will not disappear. Police can arrest you during a traffic stop or at your home. The problem only gets worse with time. Address it as soon as you can. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to resolve.
Thornton in Adams County
Thornton is in Adams County. Most county services are in Brighton, the county seat. The sheriff's office, jail, and courthouse are there. If you have a county warrant, you may need to go to Brighton. Municipal court is in Thornton. Know which court issued your warrant.
Adams County serves multiple cities. Aurora, Brighton, Commerce City, and others have their own municipal courts. County warrants cover the entire county. Municipal warrants stay with the issuing city. Check all relevant jurisdictions for a complete search.
Legal Resources
The Adams County Bar Association can refer you to local attorneys. The Colorado State Public Defender represents those who qualify financially. You must meet income requirements. Colorado Legal Services provides free help to low-income residents on some legal issues.
Private criminal defense attorneys charge fees. They offer focused representation. For serious warrants, a private lawyer is worth the cost. Many offer free consultations. Ask about payment plans if money is tight. A good attorney can make a big difference.
Thornton Police Records
Thornton Police Department maintains arrest records. If you were arrested, they have the report. You can request records through their records unit. Fees apply for copies. Police records are separate from court records. One shows the arrest details. The other shows the court case.
Municipal Court Hours
Thornton Municipal Court operates 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Thursday. The court is closed on Fridays. Plan your visit accordingly. Arrive early if you need to resolve a warrant. Bring identification and any court papers. Be prepared to wait during busy times.
Nearby Cities
Thornton borders several cities in Adams County. Westminster is west of Thornton. Denver is south. Aurora is southeast. Each city has its own municipal court. A Thornton warrant will not show in other cities. Check each jurisdiction separately if needed.
Other nearby cities include Northglenn and Federal Heights. Each operates its own court system. If you received a citation in one of these cities, check their court. Thornton cannot provide information about other cities' warrants.