Golden Phone Directory
Golden is the county seat of Jefferson County, which means most county offices are right here in town. The city has a population of about 20,100 and sits at the base of the foothills west of Denver. City Hall is at 911 10th Street, and the main phone number is (303) 384-8000. Because Golden is the county seat, residents have direct access to the Jefferson County courthouse, the Clerk and Recorder, the Assessor, and other county departments without driving to another city. This directory covers Golden city departments, county offices based in Golden, state agency contacts, and court phone numbers. Use the search tool below or scroll down to find the number you need.
Golden Quick Facts
Golden City Hall Phone Numbers
Golden City Hall is at 911 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401. The main line is (303) 384-8000. Hours run Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The front desk can route you to any department. Walk-ins are welcome during business hours. If you call after 5 PM, you will reach voicemail, and staff should return your call the next business day.
Golden is a small city, but its role as the Jefferson County seat gives it more government offices than most towns this size. You will find both city and county buildings within a short drive of each other. The city runs its own police, public works, parks, planning, and court departments. County services like property records, elections, and vital records are handled at the Jefferson County campus just south of downtown Golden on Jefferson County Parkway.
| City Hall Address | 911 10th Street, Golden, CO 80401 |
|---|---|
| Main Phone | (303) 384-8000 |
| Website | cityofgolden.gov |
| Hours | Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM |
| Municipal Court | (303) 384-8006 |
The Golden contact page at cityofgolden.gov/services/contact_us.php lists direct phone numbers and email addresses for every city department.
Golden Department Phone Directory
Each department in Golden has its own direct line. These numbers let you skip the main menu and reach the right office on the first call. The list below shows the most used contacts. Some departments also take questions by email. If you are not sure which office handles your issue, call the main City Hall number at (303) 384-8000 and ask. Staff there can point you in the right direction.
| City Manager | (303) 384-8001 |
|---|---|
| City Clerk | (303) 384-8014 |
| Planning | (303) 384-8097 |
| Public Works | (303) 384-8150 |
| Water / Utility Billing | (303) 384-8026 |
| Parks & Recreation | (303) 384-8100 |
| Municipal Court | (303) 384-8006 |
The Planning and Public Works offices share a building at 1445 10th Street, a short walk from City Hall. For permits, zoning questions, and building inspections, call Planning at (303) 384-8097 or email planning@cityofgolden.net. Water service questions go through Utility Billing at (303) 384-8026. You can also pay your water bill by phone at 833-304-3196, which is automated and works around the clock.
Golden Police Phone Numbers
The Golden Police Department is at 911 10th Street, inside City Hall. The non-emergency number is (303) 384-8045. For crimes not in progress and other non-urgent reports, you can also reach dispatch at (303) 980-7300, which goes through JeffCom 911. For any emergency, call 911. The police department handles all law enforcement within Golden city limits.
If an incident happened inside Golden, the Golden Police Department has the report. Incidents in unincorporated Jefferson County go to the sheriff. This trips people up sometimes. When in doubt, call the Golden non-emergency line first. They can check their system and tell you which agency took the report. If the case belongs to the sheriff, they will give you that number.
Records requests go through the police department's records unit. Under C.R.S. 24-72-301, the Criminal Justice Records Act, some police records are open to the public. Accident reports, arrest records, and completed investigation files are generally available. Active case files and certain witness information may be withheld. You can request records by calling (303) 384-8045 or by visiting City Hall in person during business hours.
Golden Court Phone Contacts
Golden has two separate courts. The Golden Municipal Court handles city ordinance cases, traffic tickets from Golden police, and code violations. It is in City Hall at 911 10th Street. Call (303) 384-8006 or email court@cityofgolden.net. The second court is the Jefferson County Combined Court, also in Golden, at 100 Jefferson County Parkway. That court handles everything else: civil cases, criminal matters, domestic cases, probate, and more. The county courthouse clerk can be reached at 720-772-2550.
The Jefferson County courthouse is part of the 1st Judicial District, which covers Jefferson and Gilpin counties. Because Golden is the county seat, this courthouse is right in town. That is a big convenience. Residents of Lakewood, Arvada, and other Jefferson County cities all have to drive to Golden for county court matters. Golden residents just go down the road.
Court records in Colorado are public under Chief Justice Directive 05-01 (CJD 05-01). You can search case dockets for free on the Colorado Judicial Branch website. The docket search covers all 64 counties. For full copies of court documents, contact the clerk at 720-772-2570 or email jeffcorecordrequest@judicial.state.co.us. The Court Resource Center at 720-772-2501 helps people who do not have a lawyer with forms and general court process questions.
Golden Public Records Contacts
Public records in Golden come from two places. City records are held by the Golden City Clerk at (303) 384-8014. County records sit with the Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder at 303-271-8100. The type of record tells you which office to call. City council minutes, permits, and city contracts go through the city. Property records, marriage licenses, and recorded documents go through the county.
Since Golden is the county seat, both offices are in the same town. That makes it easy to handle requests that span both the city and the county in a single trip. The Jefferson County campus at 100 Jefferson County Parkway is about two miles south of downtown Golden.
The Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. 24-72-201, gives anyone the right to request records from government offices. You do not need to live in Golden or in Colorado. You do not need a reason. Standard copies cost $0.25 per page. If your request takes more than one hour of staff time, the office can charge a research fee. The CORA guide at sos.state.co.us/pubs/info_center/cora.html walks you through how to make a formal request to any government office in the state.
Jefferson County Offices in Golden
Because Golden is the Jefferson County seat, the full range of county offices is here in town. The main Jefferson County campus is at 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80401. The general county number is 303-271-6511. Most departments are in this one complex, which makes it straightforward to visit multiple offices in a single trip.
The Jefferson County staff directory on the county website lists every department with direct phone numbers and office locations.
Use this directory to find the exact person or department you need at the Jefferson County campus in Golden.
Key county contacts that Golden residents use most often include the Clerk and Recorder at 303-271-8100 for property records, marriage licenses, and elections. The Assessor at 303-271-8600 handles property valuations and appeals. The Sheriff at 303-271-0211 covers law enforcement in unincorporated parts of the county. Jefferson County Public Health at 303-271-5700 runs immunizations, vital records, and food safety programs. Human Services at 303-271-1388 provides child welfare, food assistance, and social programs for those who qualify.
All county records are public under C.R.S. 24-72-201. You can request copies in person, by phone, or by mail at the Jefferson County campus. For a full breakdown of every Jefferson County department and phone number, see the county page on this site.
State Agency Contacts for Golden
Colorado state agencies serve Golden residents from offices around the metro area. The DMV is one of the most called. The Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles main number is (303) 205-5600. You can handle most title and registration tasks online through dmv.colorado.gov, but driver license renewals and ID cards still need an in-person visit at a nearby office.
The Colorado Secretary of State at 303-894-2200 handles business filings, elections, and some public records at the state level. Their website at sos.state.co.us lets you search registered businesses, check campaign finance records, and look up notary information.
The campaign finance search tool shows contributions and spending for candidates and committees across Colorado.
DORA, the Department of Regulatory Agencies, oversees professional licensing statewide. You can check the status of any license through the DORA license search tool. This covers contractors, real estate agents, medical professionals, and many other fields. The tool is free to use and shows whether a license is active, expired, or has complaints. DORA's main number is 303-894-7855.
Legal Aid Phone Numbers in Golden
Golden residents have several options for free or low-cost legal help. Colorado Legal Services is the largest free legal aid group in the state. They serve low-income residents with civil matters like family law, housing, and benefits. Their intake line is 303-837-1321, and they also have a toll-free number at 1-888-534-5243.
The Jefferson County Court Resource Center at 720-772-2501 is in the courthouse right here in Golden. Staff there help people who do not have a lawyer. They can explain forms, walk you through the court process, and connect you with other resources. They cannot give legal advice, but they can help you understand what steps to take. This is a good first call if you have a court matter and are not sure where to start.
The Colorado Bar Association runs a lawyer referral service at 303-831-5723. You can get matched with an attorney in the Golden or Jefferson County area who handles your type of case. The first consultation is usually 30 minutes at a reduced rate. The Colorado Judicial Branch website also has self-help forms and resources for people handling their own cases in the 1st Judicial District.
Nearby Cities Phone Directory
These cities are near Golden and have their own phone directory pages on this site. Each one has separate city offices and police departments with different phone numbers. For county-level services, Lakewood, Arvada, and Littleton all use Jefferson County offices in Golden. Denver is its own county.