Court records in Fremont County, Colorado can be searched through several channels. FremontCOCourt.us can help find publicly available information about court cases filed in the county. Additional access points include the Colorado Judicial Branch's Fremont County page, the Clerk of Court's office at the Fremont Combined Court in Cañon City, and public-access terminals located inside the courthouse.
Fremont Court System & Jurisdictions
Fremont County is part of Colorado's 11th Judicial District. Court operations are consolidated at the Fremont Combined Court, which handles both district- and county-level matters in a single facility.
Case Types by Court Division
- District Court — Felony criminal cases, civil cases with amounts in controversy above $15,000, domestic relations (divorce, custody, parental responsibilities), juvenile cases, mental health proceedings, and appeals from county court.
- County Court — Misdemeanor and petty offenses, traffic infractions and DUI/DWAI cases, civil cases up to $15,000, and small claims (up to $7,500).
- Probate — Handled within the district court division. Covers decedent estates, conservatorships, guardianships, and trust matters.
- Small Claims — A simplified county court process for disputes involving $7,500 or less. Attorneys are generally not required.
Because Fremont operates as a combined court, the clerk's office at the courthouse manages dockets and filings for all of these divisions. When searching for a case, knowing the case type helps narrow results quickly.
Fremont Court Calendar & Upcoming Hearings
The Colorado Judicial Branch publishes daily dockets and hearing schedules through its statewide Docket Search tool. To find today's, tomorrow's, or this week's hearings in Fremont County:
- Go to the Docket Search page.
- Select Fremont Combined Court from the court location dropdown.
- Choose a date or date range.
- Optionally filter by courtroom, judge, or case number.
Results typically include the case number, party names, hearing type, courtroom assignment, and scheduled time. Dockets are updated frequently but can change without notice due to continuances or emergency matters.
You can also check schedules in person at the courthouse. The clerk's office posts daily calendars near the entrance, and public-access terminals inside the building allow searches by party name or case number.
Note: The Clerk's Office is closed for lunch daily from 12:00–12:30 p.m.
How to Get a Copy of a Fremont Court Document
Court documents such as case filings, orders, judgments, and decrees can be obtained from the Clerk of Court at the Fremont Combined Court. Both certified and uncertified copies are available.
Request Channels
- In person — Visit the clerk's window at the courthouse. Bring the case number or enough identifying information (party names, approximate filing date) so staff can locate the file.
- By mail — Send a written request with the case number, document description, and a check or money order for the applicable fees to the address below.
- Online form — The Colorado Judicial Branch offers a Record/Document Request Form that can be submitted electronically. The clerk's office will respond with availability and payment instructions.
Courthouse Mailing Address
Certified vs. Uncertified Copies
- Uncertified copies are plain reproductions of court documents. They work for personal reference or informal use.
- Certified copies carry an official court seal and clerk signature. These are typically required for legal proceedings, government agencies, or official transactions.
For divorce decrees specifically, the Fremont County Clerk & Recorder's FAQ notes that the decree itself is a court record and must be obtained from the court — not the Clerk & Recorder's office.
Restricted Records
Certain records are not publicly accessible. Sealed cases, juvenile proceedings, some domestic relations filings, mental health records, and cases involving confidential informants may be restricted under Colorado Chief Justice Directives or specific court orders. Ask the clerk whether a particular file has any access limitations before submitting a request.
Fremont Court Records Fees & Payment
Fees for court record services in Colorado are established by the Judicial Branch under Chief Justice Directive 98-01 and updated periodically. The following table reflects standard statewide fees that apply at the Fremont Combined Court:
| Service | Fee |
|---|---|
| Copy of court document (per page) | $0.75 |
| Certification of a document | $20.00 per document |
| Search fee (clerk-assisted lookup) | No charge for basic lookups; complex research may incur fees |
| Exemplified copy | $30.00 per document |
| Audio recording of court proceeding (on CD or electronic media) | $20.00 per disc |
Payment Methods
- In person: Cash, check, money order, or credit/debit card.
- By mail: Check or money order made payable to "Fremont Combined Court."
- Online requests: Payment instructions are provided after the clerk reviews the request submitted through the Record/Document Request Form.
Fees are subject to change. Confirm current amounts with the clerk's office before mailing payment, especially for large or multi-document requests. For broader case searches across Colorado, the Courts Records Search page provides additional guidance on accessing public records statewide.