Find Security-Widefield People Records

Security-Widefield people search records are kept through El Paso County offices and state agencies. This community sits just south of Colorado Springs and has about 38,000 people. Security-Widefield is a census-designated place, not an incorporated city. That means all county services come from El Paso County. You find court records, property deeds, and voter files through county offices in Colorado Springs. The Clerk and Recorder keeps land records and marriage licenses. The court system has civil and criminal case files. Most online tools let you search by name with no fee for basic info. Some records need payment for certified copies or detailed documents.

Understanding Security-Widefield's CDP Status

Security-Widefield is not an incorporated city. The U.S. Census Bureau calls it a census-designated place. A CDP is an area with no city government of its own. It has no mayor, no city council, and no city clerk. All government services come from the county. If you live here, you deal with El Paso County for most things.

This affects where you find public records. There is no city hall in Security-Widefield. You go to county offices in Colorado Springs for deeds, court files, and voter info. The El Paso County Clerk and Recorder handles all recording tasks. County courts hear all cases. The sheriff patrols the area instead of a city police force.

Some CDPs later become cities through incorporation. Security-Widefield has stayed unincorporated for many years. This keeps things simple for records searches. All files are in one county system. You don't have to check both city and county databases.

Note: If you search for Security-Widefield as a city name, you will not find it listed in state directories of municipalities.

El Paso County Records for Security-Widefield

All people search records for Security-Widefield go through El Paso County offices. The Clerk and Recorder sits at 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 2201, in Colorado Springs. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Call 719-520-6202 with questions.

The clerk keeps property records for all of El Paso County. This includes homes and land in Security-Widefield. You can search by owner name to see who owns what. Deeds show when property changed hands. Mortgages and liens show debts against real estate. Plat maps show lot lines and subdivisions.

Marriage records also come from this office. If two people got married in El Paso County, the license is on file here. You can apply for a marriage license online before your visit. The license is good for 35 days once issued. Friday services end at 4 p.m., so plan ahead.

For recording questions, call 719-520-6200 or email recweb@elpasoco.com. If you need copies of documents, call 719-520-6198 or email copyrequests@elpasoco.com. The Recording Department keeps all documents about land and property.

Property Records and Deeds

The El Paso County Assessor tracks property values and ownership. You can search by owner name or address. The online parcel search tool has records for all Security-Widefield properties. Results show assessed value, sale history, and legal descriptions.

These values determine property taxes. The assessor updates records each year. If you want to know who owns a home in Security-Widefield, start here. The tool is free to use and works around the clock. You don't need an account.

The assessor's office is in the Citizens Service Center at 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 2300, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Call 719-520-6600 or email asrweb@elpasoco.com. Staff can help with complex searches or bulk data requests. They also handle exemptions for seniors and veterans.

Court Cases and Legal Filings

Court records for Security-Widefield residents are part of the 4th Judicial District. Colorado courts use CoCourts.com for online searches. This vendor system has civil, criminal, domestic, and traffic cases from El Paso County.

Search by name or case number. The register of actions shows each step in a case. You see who filed what and when. Charges, case status, and court dates all appear. The service costs money per search and per document view. Full copies of documents must come from the court clerk.

For help with court records, contact the El Paso County Court Records department. The 4th Judicial District website has contact info. Staff can tell you how to get certified copies or access restricted records if you have legal permission.

Most court records are public. Some cases are sealed or confidential by law. Juvenile cases do not appear in public searches. Certain family law matters have restricted access. The court will tell you if a record is not available.

Birth, Death, and Marriage Records

Birth and death records for Security-Widefield residents go to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. These records are not public. Only family members and legal representatives can get certified copies. You must prove your relationship to the person on the record.

The State Vital Records Office is at 4300 Cherry Creek Drive South in Denver. Hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Call 303-692-2200 or email vital.records@state.co.us. Use the secure email portal for confidential info.

You can also get vital records from El Paso County Clerk and Recorder. The county office has copies for events that happened in the county. This is often faster than going through the state. Contact the county office to find out what ID and forms you need.

Marriage licenses are public records. You can search for them through the El Paso County land records system. Certified copies cost a small fee. The county issues the license and records the marriage after the ceremony.

Criminal History and Background Checks

The Colorado Bureau of Investigation runs the state criminal history check system. This is the official source for arrest records in Colorado. The CBI contracts with Logikco LLC for online access. You can search by name and date of birth. Each search costs $5.00.

The database includes arrest records supported by fingerprints. It does not include warrants, sealed records, or juvenile records. If a person has a common name, you may see multiple matches. You pay for each result you download.

For sex offender information, check the Colorado Sex Offender Registry. You can request a list by mail or in person. The CBI sends the list within 10 business days. The fee is $20.00. The list includes name, date of birth, address, offense, and conviction date.

Local law enforcement agencies may have additional information. The El Paso County Sheriff's Office patrols Security-Widefield. Contact them for local sex offender information or to request police reports. Not all criminal justice records are public. Some parts get redacted to protect certain details.

Business Ownership and Professional Licenses

If you want to know if someone in Security-Widefield holds a professional license, use the DORA License Lookup tool. The Division of Professions and Occupations licenses many types of workers. This includes doctors, nurses, contractors, and real estate agents. Search by first and last name. The site updates nightly.

For business ownership, use the Secretary of State business search. This database has all registered businesses in Colorado. Search by business name or owner name. Results show the business status, formation date, registered agent, and principal address.

Many Security-Widefield residents own businesses or serve as officers. You can find them by name. The business database updates daily. A business in "Good Standing" has filed all required reports. A business marked "NonCompliant" or "Delinquent" has failed to file periodic reports.

Voter Records and Registration

To check if someone is registered to vote in Security-Widefield, use the voter registration lookup. You need their first name, last name, zip code, and birth date. The tool confirms registration status and county.

Records for voters under 18 or with confidential addresses will not appear. If you moved recently, try your old zip code. Contact the El Paso County Clerk if you cannot find a record. The Clerk and Recorder's office runs elections and maintains voter rolls.

Voter registration data is public but has limits. Bulk data requests need approval. The county won't give out voter lists for commercial use. If you need voter info for a campaign or research project, ask the elections department about the proper process.

Other Public Records Resources

The Colorado Open Records Act requires most county records to be open to the public. Anyone can ask for information that El Paso County offices have. You don't need to say why you want it. Some records are not covered by CORA. Criminal justice records and health files have their own rules.

For El Paso County, send your request to the Communications Department. Mike Madsen is the Open Records Manager at 719-520-6403. For Clerk and Recorder CORA requests, contact Kristi Ridlen at 719-520-6226. For Sheriff's Office records, contact Beth DeStefano at 719-520-7183.

The first two hours of research are free. After that, the county charges $29.50 per hour. The county has up to three working days to respond. They can extend this by seven days if they need more time.

For inmates in state custody, use the Colorado Department of Corrections inmate locator. Search by name to find current inmates. The database shows location, sentence information, and release dates.

Nearby Colorado Communities

If you are searching for people in nearby areas, these resources may help:

• Colorado Springs (also in El Paso County)
• Fountain (also in El Paso County)
• Pueblo (in Pueblo County)

Colorado Springs sits just north of Security-Widefield. All these areas use El Paso County offices for most public records. Pueblo uses its own county system. Each county has its own clerk and court offices.

For a full list of cities and counties, see the Cities and Counties pages.