Jefferson County Phone Directory

Jefferson County is the fourth most populous county in Colorado with over 578,000 residents. The county seat is Golden. All major county departments are at 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden. The main phone number for Jefferson County is 303-271-6511. From the clerk and recorder to the sheriff, each office has its own direct line. This directory lists the phone numbers, addresses, and contact details for every Jefferson County department so you can reach the right office on your first call. Court contacts, public health, and open space are all covered below.

Jefferson County Government Phone Numbers

Jefferson County runs most of its offices out of one campus in Golden. The address is 100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80419. Most departments are open Monday through Thursday. Some offices keep Friday hours too, but not all of them. Call ahead if you plan to visit on a Friday. The main line at 303-271-6511 can route you to any department in Jefferson County, though the direct numbers listed here will save you time on the phone.

The Jefferson County website at jeffco.us is the central hub for all county services. It has phone numbers, office hours, and online tools for most departments. You can pay taxes, look up property data, and find contact info for staff all from the site. The online staff directory at jeffco.us/directory.aspx lets you search by name or department to find direct phone numbers and email addresses for Jefferson County employees.

The Jefferson County homepage at jeffco.us gives you quick links to the most used services and phone contacts across the county.

From here you can reach the clerk, assessor, treasurer, and other offices in Jefferson County with just a few clicks.

Jefferson County Department Phone Directory

Each department in Jefferson County has its own direct phone line. These numbers connect you straight to the office you need. You do not have to go through the main switchboard. The list below covers every major department in the Jefferson County phone directory. Keep in mind that hours can vary by office, and some departments close on Fridays. If you get voicemail, leave a message and staff will call back within one business day in most cases.

The staff directory page at jeffco.us/directory.aspx is where Jefferson County lists every department contact along with individual staff phone numbers and email addresses.

Use the search bar on that page to find any employee or office in the Jefferson County directory by name or title.

Note: The assessor and human resources offices share the same phone number (303-271-8600) but are separate departments within Jefferson County.

Jefferson County Clerk and Recorder Contact

The Clerk and Recorder in Jefferson County handles a wide range of public records. This office processes motor vehicle titles, records real estate documents, issues marriage licenses, and runs elections. The phone number is 303-271-8100. For election questions, use the direct line at 303-271-8118. Both offices are at 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden.

Real estate recordings, liens, and other property documents are all filed through the clerk's office. You can search recorded documents online through the Jefferson County website. Title work, deed transfers, and releases of trust go through this same office. The clerk also keeps birth and death records for the county. If you need a copy of a recorded document, call 303-271-8100 or visit in person during office hours in Jefferson County. Staff can tell you the fees and turnaround time for your request over the phone.

Under the Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-201, most records held by the clerk are open to the public. You do not need to state a reason to request copies. Standard fees apply for page copies and certified documents in Jefferson County. The contact page at jeffco.us/2106/Contact-Us has additional ways to reach each division of the clerk's office.

Jefferson County Court Phone Numbers

The Jefferson County Combined Court is part of the 1st Judicial District. It sits at 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden, CO 80401. This is the same campus as the county government offices but a separate building. The court handles civil, criminal, domestic, juvenile, and probate matters for all of Jefferson County. Three main phone numbers serve the court.

The Clerk of Court can be reached at 720-772-2550. This is the best number to call if you have a general question about a case, a filing, or court procedures. For records requests, the direct line is 720-772-2570. You can also email the records office at jeffcorecordrequest@judicial.state.co.us. The Court Resource Center is at 720-772-2501 and helps people who do not have a lawyer. Staff there can point you to the right forms and explain how the process works in Jefferson County court.

Court records in Colorado are public under Chief Justice Directive 05-01, also called CJD 05-01. This rule sets out which court files you can see and how to ask for copies. Most case records are open. Some items like mental health evaluations, juvenile cases, and sealed files are not available to the public. For standard case lookups in Jefferson County, the Colorado Judicial Branch website has a docket search tool that covers all 64 counties. You can search by case number or party name at no cost. For full document copies, contact the clerk at 720-772-2570 or send an email.

Note: The District Attorney's office at 303-271-6800 is separate from the court clerk and handles prosecution matters in Jefferson County.

Jefferson County Public Records Phone Contacts

Getting public records in Jefferson County starts with knowing which office to call. The type of record determines who holds it. Real property records are at the Clerk and Recorder (303-271-8100). Court case files go through the court clerk (720-772-2570). Tax records are with the Assessor (303-271-8600) or Treasurer (303-271-8330). Each office has its own process for requests.

The Colorado Open Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-201, gives anyone the right to ask for government records in Jefferson County. You do not need to be a resident. You do not need to say why you want them. The law covers nearly all documents held by county offices. Standard copies cost $0.25 per page. Research time beyond the first free hour can be billed at up to $41.37 per hour. Electronic copies are often free. The more specific your request, the faster the staff can fill it and the less it will cost.

Criminal justice records fall under a separate law. The Criminal Justice Records Act, C.R.S. § 24-72-301, gives custodians some discretion over what they release. If you need a criminal record from Jefferson County, call the court records line at 720-772-2570 or the sheriff at 303-271-0211. They can tell you what is available and what fees apply. The Colorado Open Records Act information page on the Secretary of State site explains how the request process works across all state and county offices.

State Agency Phone Numbers for Jefferson County

Several state agencies serve Jefferson County residents. These offices handle things that go beyond county government, like driver licenses, professional licensing, and statewide court records. Here are the key state contacts that people in Jefferson County use most often.

The Colorado DMV has offices in the Jefferson County area. You can reach the main DMV line at (303) 205-5600. The Colorado DMV website lists local office locations with hours and phone numbers. Most title and registration services are available online through the myDMV portal, which can save you a trip to the office. For driver license renewals and ID cards, you will need to visit in person at a DMV location that serves the Jefferson County area.

DORA, the Department of Regulatory Agencies, handles professional licenses statewide. The main number is 303-894-7855. You can check any professional license through the DORA license search tool online. This covers real estate agents, contractors, medical professionals, and dozens of other licensed fields. The search is free and shows current license status for any professional working in Jefferson County or elsewhere in Colorado.

The Colorado Judicial Branch website has the statewide docket search tool. It covers every courthouse in the state, including the 1st Judicial District court in Jefferson County. Search by name or case number to find case information at no charge. For full document copies, you still need to contact the local court clerk.

Jefferson County Sheriff Phone Directory

The Jefferson County Sheriff handles law enforcement in unincorporated parts of the county. The non-emergency phone number is 303-271-0211. Use this line for general questions, report filing, and records requests. For emergencies, always call 911. The sheriff's office is at 200 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden, close to the main county campus.

Records from the sheriff's office include incident reports, accident reports, and arrest records. You can request these by phone or in person. Fees vary based on the type of record and the number of pages. Under C.R.S. § 24-72-301, the office has some discretion over what criminal justice records it releases. Call 303-271-0211 to ask about a specific record. Staff can tell you if it is available and what the cost will be for copies from the Jefferson County Sheriff.

Cities within Jefferson County that have their own police departments handle their own records. Lakewood, Arvada, Westminster, and Littleton each have separate police contacts. The sheriff covers the areas outside those city limits. If you are not sure which agency took a report, call the sheriff first and they can point you in the right direction.

Jefferson County Property and Tax Phone Contacts

Property records in Jefferson County are split between two offices. The Assessor at 303-271-8600 handles property valuations and ownership data. The Treasurer at 303-271-8330 handles tax bills and payments. Both are at 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden. You can look up property values online through the assessor's page on the Jefferson County website. Tax payment status is also available online.

If you have a question about a property's assessed value, call the assessor. If you need to pay a tax bill or ask about a past-due account, call the treasurer. These two offices work closely together but handle different sides of the same process. The assessor sets the value, and the treasurer collects what is owed based on that value. Property records are public in Jefferson County under C.R.S. § 24-72-201 and you can request copies from either office.

Note: Property tax statements are mailed each January in Jefferson County, and payments are due by April 30 for the first half and June 15 for the second half.

Jefferson County Health and Human Services Contacts

Jefferson County Public Health can be reached at 303-271-5700. This office handles immunizations, vital records, food safety inspections, and community health programs. They have locations in Lakewood and Golden. Hours vary by office and service. Check the Jefferson County website for the location closest to you.

Human Services at 303-271-1388 covers a different set of needs. This department handles child welfare, adult protection, food assistance, and other social programs in Jefferson County. If you need help with benefits or want to report a concern about a child or vulnerable adult, this is the number to call. Staff can connect you with the right program based on your situation. Walk-in hours are available at the main campus in Golden, but calling ahead is a good idea since wait times can be long during busy periods.

Cities in Jefferson County

Jefferson County includes several cities and towns. Four of the larger ones have their own phone directory pages on this site. Each city has its own government offices, police department, and utility contacts separate from the county. For county-level services like the assessor, clerk, or court, all of these cities go through Jefferson County in Golden.

Other communities in Jefferson County include Golden, Wheat Ridge, Edgewater, Morrison, and Evergreen. These smaller towns use Jefferson County offices for most government services. Call the main county line at 303-271-6511 if you need to reach a specific office that serves one of these areas.

Nearby Counties

These counties border Jefferson County. If you need to reach a government office in a neighboring area, pick the county below. Each one has its own set of phone numbers and contacts.