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Mesa County, Colorado Arrest Records

Are Arrest Records Public in Mesa County, Colorado?

Arrest records are public in Mesa County, Colorado, pursuant to the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act (CCJRA) § 24-72-301 et seq. and the Colorado Open Records Act (CORA) § 24-72-201 et seq. These statutes establish the framework for public access to criminal justice records maintained by state and local agencies. The Mesa County Sheriff's Office and other law enforcement agencies within the county are required to make most arrest records available for public inspection, with certain statutory exceptions for records that may compromise ongoing investigations, privacy rights, or public safety.

Members of the public may access these records through various means, including in-person requests at the appropriate agency, online databases, and written requests. The custodian of records must respond to requests within three working days, though this period may be extended by an additional seven working days if extenuating circumstances exist, as specified in § 24-72-203(3)(b), C.R.S.

Can Arrest Records be Found Online in Mesa County?

Mesa County arrest records are accessible through several online platforms maintained by county and state agencies. The Mesa County Sheriff's Office Inmate Locator provides current information about individuals currently detained in the Mesa County Detention Facility. Additionally, the Sheriff's Office publishes daily booking reports that list recent arrests within the county.

For court case information related to arrests, the Colorado Judicial Branch maintains an online docket search system that allows users to search for case information by name, case number, or date range. This system includes information about criminal cases resulting from arrests in Mesa County.

It should be noted that while many records are available online, certain information may be redacted in accordance with § 24-72-304, C.R.S., which restricts the disclosure of information that may be contrary to the public interest or that may infringe upon individual privacy rights.

How to Look Up Mesa County Arrest Records in 2025

Multiple official channels exist for accessing Mesa County arrest records in 2025. Individuals seeking these records may utilize the following methods:

Submit a records request in person at the Mesa County Sheriff's Office, located at 215 Rice Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact number: (970) 244-3500.
Access the Mesa County Sheriff's Office online booking reports, which are updated daily and include information about recent arrests.
Search the Mesa County Sheriff's Office Inmate Locator for information about currently incarcerated individuals.
Request court records related to arrests through the Mesa County Combined Courts, located at 125 N. Spruce Street, Grand Junction, CO 81501. Court hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the Clerk's Office open until 4:30 p.m. Contact number: (970) 257-3640.
Use the Colorado Judicial Branch online docket search to find information about criminal cases in Mesa County.

Pursuant to § 24-72-306, C.R.S., agencies may charge reasonable fees for the search, retrieval, and copying of records. Current fees include $0.25 per standard page for copies and a research and retrieval fee of up to $33.58 per hour after the first hour, which is provided at no charge.

Contents of a Mesa County Arrest Record

Mesa County arrest records typically contain comprehensive information about the arrest event and the individual taken into custody. Standard elements included in these records are:

Biographical information of the arrested individual, including full legal name, any known aliases, date of birth, gender, physical description, and, when available, address of residence
Date, time, and specific location of the arrest
Detailed description of the alleged criminal offense(s), including the relevant Colorado Revised Statutes that were allegedly violated
Name and badge number of the arresting officer(s) and the law enforcement agency they represent
Booking information, including the date and time of booking, assigned booking number, and detention facility information
Mugshot photograph and fingerprint data collected during the booking process
Bail or bond information, including the amount set and conditions of release if applicable
Case disposition information, which may include court dates, hearing outcomes, and sentencing information if the case has progressed through the judicial system

It should be noted that pursuant to § 24-72-305.5, C.R.S., certain information may be sealed or redacted from public arrest records, particularly in cases involving sexual assault victims, juveniles, or when disclosure would be contrary to the public interest.

Expungement of Arrest Records in Mesa County

Under Colorado law, certain arrest records may be eligible for sealing or expungement in Mesa County. The process is governed primarily by § 24-72-701 through § 24-72-709, C.R.S., which provides mechanisms for the sealing of criminal justice records under specific circumstances.

Eligibility criteria for record sealing in Mesa County include:

Cases resulting in complete dismissal or acquittal may be sealed immediately upon final disposition, pursuant to § 24-72-702, C.R.S.
Cases involving completed deferred judgments and sentences may be sealed upon successful completion of all terms and conditions, as outlined in § 24-72-703, C.R.S.
Certain conviction records may be sealed after specified waiting periods, depending on the offense level, as detailed in § 24-72-706, C.R.S.
Drug conviction records may be eligible for sealing under the provisions of § 24-72-704, C.R.S.

The sealing process requires filing a petition with the Mesa County Combined Courts. Petitioners must provide notice to the District Attorney's Office and any law enforcement agencies involved in the case. A filing fee of $65.00 applies to most petitions, though fee waivers may be available for indigent petitioners.

Mesa County Combined Courts
125 N. Spruce Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 257-3640
Colorado Judicial Branch - Mesa County

Mesa County District Attorney's Office
125 N. Spruce Street, Suite 220
Grand Junction, CO 81501
(970) 244-1730

It should be noted that sealed records remain accessible to law enforcement agencies, prosecutors, and certain other government entities for specific purposes as outlined in § 24-72-703(4), C.R.S.

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