Moffat County DUI Records Search
Moffat County DUI records are maintained by the 14th Judicial District court system. The County Court in Craig processes misdemeanor DUI and DWAI cases. Moffat County is located in northwest Colorado, bordering Utah and Wyoming along the Yampa River.
Moffat County Quick Facts
Moffat County DUI Court System
Moffat County is part of the 14th Judicial District. The district includes Moffat, Grand, and Routt Counties. The County Court in Craig handles all misdemeanor DUI cases for Moffat County. The court operates under Colorado state law including CRS 42-4-1301.
The 14th Judicial District serves northwest Colorado with combined resources. The District Attorney's Office prosecutes DUI cases across all three counties. Moffat County cases are filed and heard in Craig. The rural court system efficiently manages cases across the large geographic area.
The Colorado Judicial Branch website provides online case access. You can search Moffat County cases through the statewide portal.
| Court | Moffat County Court |
|---|---|
| Address | 221 West Victory Way, Craig, CO 81625 |
| Phone | 970-824-8250 |
| Judicial District | 14th Judicial District (with Grand, Routt) |
| Website | Colorado Judicial Branch |
Finding Moffat County DUI Records
Moffat County DUI records are available through the court and law enforcement agencies. The Clerk of Court maintains case files at the Craig courthouse. You can request records in person during regular business hours. Online databases provide some case information.
The Colorado Judicial Branch portal at jbits.courts.state.co.us offers online case lookup. Create an account to search the database. Moffat County cases from the 14th Judicial District are included. You can view case status and upcoming hearings.
Where to find Moffat County DUI records:
- Moffat County Court in Craig
- Craig Police Department
- Moffat County Sheriff's Office
- Colorado State Patrol
- Colorado DMV for license records
US-40 runs through Moffat County connecting to the Utah border. Highway 13 runs north to Wyoming. These routes see regular DUI enforcement by State Patrol and local agencies. Enforcement increases during hunting season and holiday periods.
Moffat County DUI Process
A DUI arrest in Moffat County typically follows a traffic stop. Officers evaluate drivers for signs of impairment. Standardized field sobriety tests may be conducted. Chemical testing is requested under Colorado Express Consent laws.
Colorado law under CRS 42-4-1301 establishes DUI standards. A BAC of 0.08 or higher is driving under the influence. A BAC between 0.05 and 0.08 is driving while ability impaired. Both charges are prosecuted in Moffat County Court.
The Express Consent Law requires submission to chemical testing. Refusal results in license suspension under CRS 42-2-126. You have seven days to request a DMV hearing. This is separate from any criminal proceedings.
Moffat County cases go through the 14th Judicial District. Initial hearings are at the Craig courthouse. The District Attorney prosecutes all cases. Court-appointed attorneys are available for qualifying defendants.
Moffat County DUI Penalties
DUI penalties in Moffat County follow Colorado state law. First offenses include fines, alcohol education, and possible jail. The court may suspend jail for compliant first time offenders. Probation typically lasts one to two years.
A BAC of 0.15 or higher designates you as a Persistent Drunk Driver. This requires Level II alcohol and drug treatment. An ignition interlock device is mandatory for at least 24 months. These enhanced penalties cannot be waived.
Multiple DUI convictions bring harsher consequences. Second offenses require mandatory jail time. Third offenses become felonies. Penalties increase with each subsequent conviction. The court has limited flexibility for repeat offenders.
Sentencing may also include community service, victim impact panels, and monitoring. The court tracks compliance through probation. Failure to complete requirements can result in additional sanctions.
Getting Copies of Moffat County DUI Records
Request court records from the Moffat County Clerk. Visit the courthouse at 221 West Victory Way in Craig. Bring valid photo identification. Case numbers help locate files quickly.
Copy fees are charged per page. Certified copies cost extra and are often required for legal purposes. Call 970-824-8250 for current fee information. Payment methods include cash, check, or credit card.
For DMV records, use mydmv.colorado.gov for online access. The Hearings Division at cdor.colorado.gov handles license suspension appeals. Driver records are separate from court case files.
Cities in Moffat County
Moffat County includes communities in northwest Colorado.
Nearby Counties
These counties share borders or judicial district with Moffat County.