Colorado Springs People Search

Colorado Springs residents and records are managed through El Paso County government offices. As the second-largest city in Colorado, Colorado Springs has a vast network of public records spanning court cases, property ownership, voter files, and professional licenses. Most people search tasks here go through El Paso County databases and state resources. The Clerk and Recorder maintains property records, marriage licenses, and recorded documents at offices in Colorado Springs. Court records are held by district and county courts. Online portals let you search by name to find information about individuals who live, work, or own property in Colorado Springs. Many searches are free, though some require fees for certified copies or detailed reports.

El Paso County Records for Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is in El Paso County. All county-level records for Colorado Springs go through El Paso County offices. This includes property deeds, court filings, marriage licenses, and voter registration. The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder maintains most public records. Their main office is at 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road in Colorado Springs. Hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

The Clerk's office handles motor vehicle registrations, elections, recording of documents, and clerk services for the Board of County Commissioners. If you need to search for a person's property records or marriage information in Colorado Springs, this is where you go. Many records are available online through their website. The office also offers a Recording Notification system that alerts you when documents are recorded in your name. This helps protect against property fraud.

El Paso County has multiple service locations in Colorado Springs. The Citizens Service Center at 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road houses both Clerk and Assessor offices. You can search records, request copies, and get help with research in person. Phone support is available at (719) 520-6202. Email inquiries go to steveschleiker@elpasoco.com. Online services let you complete many tasks from home without visiting an office.

Colorado Springs Property Records

Property ownership records help you find people who own land or homes in Colorado Springs. The El Paso County Assessor maintains these records. Their office is in the same building as the Clerk at 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 2300. Contact them at (719) 520-6600 or asrweb@elpasoco.com. Most property records are public and do not require a formal CORA request.

The Assessor uses SpatialEst for online property searches. You can search by owner name, address, or parcel number. The system shows current assessed value, property description, ownership history, and tax information. This is a fast way to find out who owns a specific property in Colorado Springs or to locate all properties owned by a particular person.

Recorded documents like deeds, mortgages, and liens are available through the Recording Department. Search the recording index to find documents by name or date. When you know someone's address in Colorado Springs, you can trace ownership back through years of recorded deeds. The recording office is at 1675 West Garden of the Gods Road. Phone is (719) 520-6200. Copy requests go to copyrequests@elpasoco.com. Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Colorado Springs Court Records

Court records for Colorado Springs are held at the El Paso County courts. The Colorado Judicial Branch does not provide direct online access. Instead, they use a commercial vendor called CoCourts.com for statewide searches. This system covers civil, criminal, domestic, and traffic cases. You can search by name to find case filings and court activity in Colorado Springs. The register of actions shows case status, parties involved, and hearing dates.

Full court documents require contacting the clerk of court directly. The El Paso County court clerk's office is located at the courthouse. They handle records requests under the Colorado Open Records Act and Chief Justice Directive 05-01. Most court records are public unless sealed by order. Criminal cases show charges, dispositions, and sentencing. Civil cases include lawsuits, small claims, and domestic relations matters.

For criminal history checks, the Colorado Bureau of Investigation operates an online search system. This database covers Colorado arrests supported by fingerprints. It does not include warrant information, sealed records, or juvenile cases. Each search has a fee. The system is name-based, so common names may return multiple results. CBI records show arrests and dispositions from all Colorado counties, including cases in Colorado Springs.

State Resources for People Search

Several state agencies maintain databases useful for finding people in Colorado Springs. The Secretary of State runs a business entity search. This lets you find business owners and officers. Search by business name or individual name to see company filings. The database updates daily and shows business addresses, registered agents, and entity status. Many Colorado Springs business owners appear in this system.

The voter registration lookup tool verifies if someone is registered to vote. Enter first name, last name, zip code, and birth date. The system confirms registration status and county. This works for Colorado Springs residents registered in El Paso County. Confidential records will not appear in search results.

Professional licenses are searchable through the Division of Professions and Occupations database. Search by name to find doctors, nurses, contractors, real estate agents, and other licensed professionals in Colorado Springs. Results show license status, issue date, and any disciplinary actions. The database updates nightly and covers dozens of professions.

Note: The DORA license lookup does not work on mobile devices, so use a desktop or laptop computer.

Recorded Documents in Colorado Springs

El Paso County records many types of documents that mention people by name. Marriage licenses are issued and recorded by the Recording Department. You can search for marriage records to find out if someone got married in El Paso County. The county also records civil union licenses. These are public records available for search and copy.

Other recorded documents include deeds, mortgages, liens, releases, and plat maps. When someone buys or sells property in Colorado Springs, a deed is recorded. When they take out a mortgage, that is recorded too. Liens from contractors, tax agencies, or court judgments also get recorded. All of these documents are indexed by name, making them useful for people searches.

The Recording Department has a north office at 8830 N Union Blvd in Colorado Springs. This office is open Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. for some services. Marriage licenses must be completed by 4 p.m. on Fridays. Copy searches and plat maps are only available at the main office before 4 p.m. Contact the Recording Manager, Jimmie Van Buskirk, at (719) 520-7074 for questions about specific records.

Sheriff and Jail Records

The El Paso County Sheriff's Office maintains records of arrests, bookings, and incidents. They release records in accordance with the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act and the Colorado Open Records Act. Not all information is releasable. Records may have portions redacted, muted, or blurred.

You can request police reports, booking photos, jail records, body camera footage, and 911 recordings. The base cost is $8.00 per requested record up to 10 pages. Reports with 11 or more pages cost $8.00 plus $0.25 per additional page. Contact the Records Release section at (719) 520-7177 or SHRRecordsRelease@elpasoco.com. Payment methods include cash, business checks, cashier's checks, and credit or debit cards. Personal checks are not accepted.

Colorado law makes it a misdemeanor to use criminal justice records for direct solicitation of business for pecuniary gain. If you request a booking photo, you must affirm you will not put it on a website and charge the subject to remove it. Records are held for 90 days after request. If not picked up within 90 days, they are destroyed and must be re-ordered.

Public Records Requests in Colorado Springs

Many Colorado Springs records are already available online. If you cannot find what you need, you can submit a formal request under the Colorado Open Records Act. Anyone can request information in the possession of a government office. You must submit your request to the custodian of the record. For El Paso County records, contact the Communications Department.

The Open Records Manager is Mike Madsen at (719) 520-6403. Other CORA contacts include Dominic Manzo at (719) 520-6401 and Natalie Sosa at (719) 520-5540. For Clerk and Recorder requests, contact Kristi Ridlen at (719) 520-6226. For Sheriff's Office requests, contact Beth DeStefano at (719) 520-7183.

El Paso County allows three working days to respond to CORA requests. They can extend this by seven days for extenuating circumstances, for a total of 10 days. The first two hours of research are free. Beyond that, the fee is $29.50 per hour. Copy and printing costs may apply. Confidential information will be redacted from copies. Some records are excluded from CORA, including certain criminal justice records, work product, Social Security numbers, bank accounts, and trade secrets.

How to Search for People in Colorado Springs

Start by identifying which records you need. Property searches go through the Assessor's parcel search or the Clerk's recording index. Court cases go through CoCourts.com or the clerk of court. Business ownership uses the Secretary of State database. Professional licenses use the DORA lookup. Each system has its own search interface.

Most systems require a full name. If the name is common, you may get many results. Add details like address, age, or business name to narrow the search. Some databases let you filter by date range or location. Free systems usually show basic information like names and case numbers. Detailed records or certified copies cost extra.

Tips for better people search results in Colorado Springs:

• Use the person's full legal name if known
• Try variations like nicknames or maiden names
• Search both property and court databases
• Check state resources like business filings and voter records
• Contact the appropriate office if online searches do not work
• Be specific in records requests to speed processing

Some older records are not online. Historical documents may require visiting the courthouse or clerk's office in person. Staff can help locate records and explain fees. Bring as much information as you have, such as dates, addresses, or case numbers. This makes searches faster and more accurate.

Vital Records for Colorado Springs Residents

Birth and death certificates are confidential under Colorado law. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment maintains vital records at the state level. Only eligible individuals can request certified copies. This includes the person named on the record, parents, guardians, legal representatives, and certain others as defined by statute.

Marriage licenses are public and issued by the El Paso County Clerk. You can search for marriage records at the Recording Department. Divorce decrees are court records and are public. The case file is held by the district court clerk. Divorce certificates are confidential and held by the state health department. To find out if someone in Colorado Springs got divorced, search court records for the case.

Contact the State Vital Records Office at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South in Denver, or call (303) 692-2200. Email goes to vital.records@state.co.us. Use the secure email portal for confidential information. Office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

Additional People Search Resources

The CBI Sex Offender Registry provides information on registered sex offenders in Colorado. You can request a list from the Colorado Bureau of Investigation by mail or in person. The fee is $20. The list includes names, dates of birth, addresses, and offense details for registrants in El Paso County and across Colorado. Lists are provided within 10 business days of the request.

The Colorado Department of Corrections operates an inmate locator for state prisons. Search by name or offender number. This database does not include county jails. For jail records in Colorado Springs, contact the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. They maintain booking rosters and inmate information for the county jail.

Historical records may be available through the Colorado State Archives. The Archives holds old court records and other legal documents. You need the county or district court name and a case number to research historical cases. The Archives can help locate case numbers if you do not have one.

People Search in Nearby Colorado Cities

Colorado Springs is the largest city in El Paso County. Other cities in the region have their own resources. Each city's records are managed by the county they are located in. Nearby cities with populations over 10,000 include Pueblo, Fort Collins, and Greeley. Larger cities often have more online resources and staff to help with records requests.

For a complete list of Colorado cities with people search resources, visit the cities page. To search by county, see the counties page. El Paso County resources are available at the El Paso County page.