Thornton DUI Records Access
Thornton DUI records are processed through Adams County courts. The city is in Adams County. The Municipal Court handles city ordinance violations.
Thornton Quick Facts
Thornton Municipal Court
Thornton Municipal Court handles city ordinance violations. This includes traffic infractions and misdemeanors. State-level DUI charges go to Adams County Court. The location depends on the specific charges.
Visit the Thornton city website for municipal court information. The court processes violations that occur within city limits. Police officers file cases with the court clerk.
The Thornton website provides information about city services and court procedures.
| County | Adams County (17th Judicial District) |
|---|---|
| County Court | 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601 |
| County Phone | 720-595-4000 |
| Website | City of Thornton |
Finding Thornton DUI Records
Thornton DUI records may be in Municipal or County Court. Municipal violations stay in city court. State charges go to Adams County. Check your citation to determine the court.
The Colorado Judicial Branch portal includes Adams County. Visit jbits.courts.state.co.us to search. You need an account to access case information.
Places to search for Thornton DUI records:
- Thornton Municipal Court
- Adams County Court in Brighton
- Thornton Police Department
- Colorado DMV for license records
Thornton Police make arrests within city limits. They work with both court systems. Contact the police for incident reports. These are separate from court case files.
DUI Process in Thornton
Thornton Police enforce DUI laws in the city. Officers may conduct traffic stops. Field sobriety tests determine impairment. Chemical tests measure blood alcohol content.
Under CRS 42-4-1301, a BAC of 0.08 or higher is DUI. A BAC between 0.05 and 0.08 is DWAI. State law violations go to county court. City ordinance violations stay in municipal court.
The Express Consent Law requires drivers to submit to testing. Refusal leads to license suspension. You have seven days to request a DMV hearing. This is separate from the criminal case.
Thornton takes impaired driving seriously. The city educates residents about the dangers. Treatment options may be available through the courts.
Thornton DUI Penalties
DUI penalties depend on which court handles the case. Municipal court penalties follow city ordinances. County court follows state law. Both take impaired driving seriously.
State law sets standard DUI penalties. First offenses include fines and license suspension. Alcohol education is typically required. Jail time is possible for all DUI convictions.
A BAC of 0.15 or higher brings Persistent Drunk Driver status. This requires intensive treatment. An ignition interlock device is mandatory. You must keep it for two years.
Note: Penalties are consistent across Colorado courts. The location affects procedures but not the law.
Getting Copies of Thornton DUI Records
Request records from the appropriate court. Municipal Court keeps city violation records. Adams County Court keeps state case files. Contact the clerk for each court separately.
Fees apply for copies. Call ahead to confirm current rates. Certified copies may cost extra. Bring identification when requesting records.
DMV records are separate from court files. Visit mydmv.colorado.gov for driving records. The Hearings Division at cdor.colorado.gov handles license matters.
Adams County DUI Records
Thornton is in Adams County. State-level DUI cases go to county court. For more information about county resources, visit the Adams County page.