Mesa County DUI Records Search

Mesa County DUI records are available through jail booking records and the court system. The county is in the 21st Judicial District. Grand Junction is the largest city and county seat.

Mesa County DUI and Jail Records

Mesa County maintains jail booking records that show DUI charges. The Sheriff's Office booking records display charges under CRS 42-4-1301(1)(a). This is the Colorado statute for driving under the influence.

Booking records show DUI charges in the format: "State 90D 42-4-1301(1)(a) M. DUI - DROVE VEH UNDER THE INFLUENCE". Felony DUI charges show as: "State 90D 42-4-1301(1)(a) F. DUI - DROVE VEH UNDER THE INFLUENCE - 3 OR MORE PRIOR CONVICTIONS".

The Colorado Judicial Branch Data Access portal includes Mesa County court records. You can search for case information online.

Mesa County Jail Booking Records

The Mesa County Sheriff's Office maintains jail booking records. These records show arrests including DUI charges. The records include the statute number and charge description.

DUI charges in Mesa County jail records use statute CRS 42-4-1301(1)(a). This covers driving a vehicle under the influence. Multiple prior convictions can elevate the charge to a felony.

You can request jail records from the Mesa County Sheriff's Office. Contact them for current booking information. Records may be available online or by request.

Finding Mesa County DUI Records

Mesa County DUI records are available through multiple sources. The court maintains case files. The Sheriff's Office keeps jail booking records. Each serves a different purpose.

The Colorado Judicial Branch portal at jbits.courts.state.co.us lets you search court records. You need an account to access detailed information. Mesa County is included in this system.

Key places to search for DUI records in Mesa County:

• Mesa County Court in Grand Junction
• Mesa County Sheriff's Office jail records
• Grand Junction Police Department
• Colorado DMV for license records

Grand Junction Police make arrests within city limits. The Sheriff's Office handles county-wide enforcement. Contact the appropriate agency for incident reports.

DUI Process in Mesa County

A DUI arrest in Mesa County triggers criminal proceedings. The arresting officer may conduct field sobriety tests. Chemical tests measure blood alcohol content. The results determine the charges filed.

Under CRS 42-4-1301, a BAC of 0.08 or higher is DUI. A BAC between 0.05 and 0.08 is DWAI. Both are criminal offenses in Colorado. Mesa County enforces these laws through local courts.

The Express Consent Law applies in Mesa County. Drivers must submit to chemical testing when requested. Refusal leads to license suspension under CRS 42-2-126. You have seven days to request a DMV hearing.

Mesa County takes impaired driving seriously. The county maintains detailed booking records. These records become part of the public record for DUI arrests.

Mesa County DUI Penalties

DUI penalties in Mesa County follow Colorado state law. First offenses carry fines and possible jail time. The court typically orders alcohol education. License suspension is standard for convictions.

A BAC of 0.15 or higher brings Persistent Drunk Driver status. This requires Level II alcohol and drug treatment. An ignition interlock device is mandatory for two years. These requirements must be completed for license reinstatement.

Repeat offenders face escalating consequences. Second convictions mean mandatory jail time. Third offenses become felonies. The court has limited discretion for repeat offenders.

Note: Penalties can change with new legislation. Contact the court for current amounts.

Getting Copies of Mesa County DUI Records

Request court records from the Mesa County Court Clerk. Visit the courthouse in Grand Junction. Bring identification and case information if available.

For jail booking records, contact the Mesa County Sheriff's Office. They maintain arrest and booking information. Fees may apply for copies of records.

DMV records are separate from court records. Access your driving record at mydmv.colorado.gov. The Hearings Division at cdor.colorado.gov handles license suspension appeals.

Cities in Mesa County

Mesa County includes Grand Junction and other communities.

Nearby Counties

These counties are near Mesa County.