Littleton Public Records Search
Littleton public records are unique because the city spans three counties. Parts of Littleton are in Arapahoe County, Jefferson County, and Douglas County. This means records may be held by different county offices depending on location. Court files, property deeds, vital records, and tax documents all go through the county where the event or property is located. Residents can access public records under the Colorado Open Records Act. You can request files online, by mail, or in person at the appropriate county office.
Littleton Quick Facts
Three County Jurisdictions
Littleton is divided across Arapahoe, Jefferson, and Douglas Counties. Most of the city is in Arapahoe County. Smaller portions are in Jefferson and Douglas Counties. This multi-county structure affects where you request public records. Property records go through the county where the property is located. Court cases are filed in the county where the event occurred. Vital records follow similar rules.
To find the right county for your request, you need to know the address or location. Property records can tell you which county has jurisdiction. The city can also help identify which county serves a particular address. Once you know the county, you request records from that county's offices.
The three counties serving Littleton are:
- Arapahoe County (primary jurisdiction)
- Jefferson County (western portions)
- Douglas County (southern portions)
Each county has its own offices, fee schedules, and procedures for handling public records. Arapahoe County uses a NextRequest portal. Jefferson County also uses NextRequest. Douglas County uses JustFOIA. The systems are similar but each county operates independently.
Arapahoe County Records
Most of Littleton is in Arapahoe County. The county seat is in Centennial. Arapahoe County maintains court records, property records, vital records, and other documents for the Littleton areas under its jurisdiction. The county provides online access through a public records portal at arapahoecountyco.nextrequest.com.
| County | Arapahoe County |
|---|---|
| Court Location | 7325 South Potomac Street, Centennial, CO 80112 |
| Clerk & Recorder | 5334 South Prince Street, Littleton, CO 80120 |
| Phone | (303) 795-4520 |
| Portal | arapahoecountyco.nextrequest.com |
Arapahoe County charges fees for public records. The first hour of research is free. Additional time costs up to $41 per hour. Copies are $0.25 per page. Electronic records are often free. Property records can be searched online at arapahoe.co.publicsearch.us. Court records are available through the 18th Judicial District Court system.
Jefferson County Records
Western portions of Littleton are in Jefferson County. The county seat is in Golden. Jefferson County maintains records for the parts of Littleton under its jurisdiction. The county provides public records access through a NextRequest portal at jeffersoncountyco.nextrequest.com.
Jefferson County handles court cases, property records, vital records, and other documents for its portion of Littleton. The Clerk and Recorder office is in Golden. Court facilities are also in Golden. For records in the Jefferson County portion of Littleton, you submit requests to Jefferson County offices.
Jefferson County fees follow state guidelines. The first hour of research is free. Additional time may be billed. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Electronic records are often provided at no charge. Many records are available online through the county website at jeffco.us.
Douglas County Records
Southern portions of Littleton extend into Douglas County. The county seat is in Castle Rock. Douglas County maintains records for the areas of Littleton under its jurisdiction. The county uses a JustFOIA portal at douglascountyco.justfoia.com for public records requests.
Douglas County handles court cases, property records, and other documents for its portion of Littleton. The Clerk and Recorder office is in Castle Rock at 301 Wilcox Street. Court facilities are at 4000 Justice Way in Castle Rock. For records in the Douglas County portion of Littleton, submit requests to Douglas County offices.
Douglas County charges $30 per hour for research after the first free hour. Copies cost $0.25 per page. Property records can be searched online through the county website. Court records are available through the 18th Judicial District Court system at douglascountycourt.org.
City of Littleton Records
The City of Littleton maintains its own records for local government operations. These include city council minutes, ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and administrative documents. City records are separate from county records. You request city documents through the city clerk or the specific department that created the record.
Building permits and inspection reports for Littleton are handled by the city's Community Development Department. Business licenses and code enforcement records are also kept by city offices. For police reports and incident records, contact the Littleton Police Department. Each department has its own records custodian.
City records requests follow the Colorado Open Records Act. The city has three business days to respond. Extensions of up to seven days may be granted. Fees apply for staff time and copying. The first hour is free under state law. Check with the city clerk for current fee schedules and procedures.
Court Files and Legal Records
Court cases for Littleton residents are heard in the 18th Judicial District. This district serves Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert, and Lincoln Counties. Court facilities are in Centennial and Castle Rock. The Clerk of Court at each location maintains case files and provides public access.
Court records can be searched online through the Colorado Judicial Branch or third-party vendors. LexisNexis operates the Colorado Courts Record Search at cocourts.com. This database covers all judicial districts. Search fees apply when viewing case details or documents. For certified copies, contact the Clerk of Court.
Court record fees follow state guidelines. A name search costs $5. Paper copies are $0.75 per page. Electronic copies cost $0.25 per page. Research time is billed at set rates. Certified copies cost $20 per document. Payment is required before records are released.
Note: Some court records are sealed by court order and not available to the public.
Birth, Death, and Marriage Records
Vital records for Littleton residents are maintained by the county where the event occurred. Birth and death certificates are available from the appropriate county Clerk and Recorder. You must have a direct relationship to the person on the record or legal authority to obtain it. Photo ID is required when ordering in person.
Marriage licenses are issued by any county Clerk and Recorder in Colorado. Most Littleton residents use the Arapahoe County office at 5334 South Prince Street in Littleton. Both parties must appear in person with valid identification. The license is valid for 35 days from the date of issue.
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at cdphe.colorado.gov offers online ordering for birth and death certificates. State records date back to 1910 for births and 1900 for deaths. The cost is $20 for the first copy and $13 for additional copies ordered at the same time.
Police Reports and Criminal History
The Littleton Police Department maintains incident reports, accident reports, and other law enforcement records. Police records follow the Colorado Criminal Justice Records Act. Some records are public while others are restricted. You can request reports for incidents where you were involved or that are matters of public interest.
To request police records, contact the Littleton Police Department Records Division. Requests must be in writing. The department has three business days to respond. Fees may apply for copying and staff time. For statewide criminal history checks, use the Colorado Bureau of Investigation at cbirecordscheck.com. Online checks cost $5 per search.
CBI records only show Colorado arrests where fingerprints were taken. Out-of-state convictions do not appear. Sealed records and juvenile cases are excluded. For complete criminal history, check multiple sources including court records, police files, and county sheriff records.
County Public Records Pages
Because Littleton spans three counties, you may need to check multiple county systems for records. Each county operates independently and maintains its own files. Use the links below to access detailed information for each county.
Nearby Colorado Cities
Other cities in the Denver metro area maintain public records through their county systems. Centennial, Englewood, and Highlands Ranch are all nearby. Each city has local government offices plus county-level records.
Explore public records in nearby cities:
- Centennial (Arapahoe County)
- Aurora (Adams and Arapahoe Counties)
- Lakewood (Jefferson County)
- Parker (Douglas County)