Boulder County Sex Offender Registry Records

Boulder County provides comprehensive access to sex offender records through the Sheriff's Office and state databases. Located at the base of the Rocky Mountains, the county includes Boulder, Longmont, and numerous smaller communities. You can search the CBI registry, sign up for SOTAR notifications, or visit the Boulder County Sheriff's Office website for local information.

Boulder County Sheriff's Office Sex Offender Registry

The Boulder County Sheriff's Office maintains a comprehensive sex offender registry page. This resource provides information about registration requirements and local procedures. The office manages registration for unincorporated areas of the county. Municipal police departments may handle registration within city limits.

Boulder County does not charge fees for sex offender registration. This applies to both initial registration and subsequent updates. The county believes public safety information should be accessible without financial barriers. This fee policy differs from some other Colorado counties.

Boulder County Sheriff's Office provides sex offender registry information at bouldercounty.gov.

Note: Municipalities within Boulder County that have their own police departments maintain their own registration systems. Check with your local police department if you live within city limits.

How to Search Boulder County Sex Offender Records

Boulder County residents have multiple ways to access sex offender information. The CBI registry provides statewide search capabilities. SOTAR offers email alerts. The Boulder County Sheriff's Office website provides local context and resources.

The CBI website at apps.colorado.gov/apps/dps/sor lets you search by name, city, or county. For Boulder County, you can search the entire county or specific cities like Boulder, Longmont, or Lafayette. Results include offender photos, addresses, and conviction details.

SOTAR adds proactive notification for Boulder County residents. Create your free account at sotar.us. Define your notification area by address and radius. The system sends email alerts when new offenders register within your zone.

Boulder County's public safety data portal at bouldercounty.gov/safety/data provides additional local crime information.

Sex Offender Registration in Boulder County

The Colorado Sex Offender Registration Act governs Boulder County procedures. Under C.R.S. 16-22-102 through 16-22-115, convicted offenders must register with local law enforcement. Boulder County's no-fee policy makes this process more accessible.

Registration must occur within five business days of release or moving to the county. Offenders bring identification, fingerprints, and a current photo. Staff complete the process and update the CBI database. Return visits are scheduled based on offense classification.

SVPs register every three months for life. Other offenders may have annual or quarterly requirements. The court sets the specific schedule at sentencing. Boulder County staff help registrants understand their obligations.

Failure to register is a felony under C.R.S. 18-3-412.5. The Sheriff's Office follows up on missed registrations. Non-compliant offenders may be listed as "Wanted" on the registry.

Boulder County Municipal Police Departments

Several cities within Boulder County have their own police departments. These departments may handle sex offender registration for city residents. The Boulder County Sheriff's Office handles registration for unincorporated areas.

The City of Boulder Police Department maintains its own sex offender registry resources. Longmont Police also handle local registration. Lafayette, Louisville, and other municipalities may have their own procedures. Contact your local police department to confirm where to register.

This municipal structure means registration locations vary by address. A registrant in Boulder city limits goes to Boulder Police. Someone in unincorporated Boulder County goes to the Sheriff's Office. The CBI database aggregates information from all these sources.

Despite different registration locations, all Boulder County data feeds into the CBI registry. A single search at apps.colorado.gov/apps/dps/sor shows offenders from all municipalities. This creates a unified view of registered offenders across the county.

Colorado Sex Offender Laws Affecting Boulder County

Several Colorado statutes govern sex offender activities in Boulder County. The main registration law is in C.R.S. 16-22-102 through 16-22-115. These sections establish who must register and for how long.

Sexually Violent Predator designations fall under C.R.S. 18-3-414.5. SVPs must register quarterly for life. They also receive enhanced community notification. Boulder County follows these requirements for all SVPs.

Community notification procedures appear in C.R.S. 16-13-901 through 16-13-906. These laws tell law enforcement how to inform the public. Notification levels match offender risk classifications.

Unlawful sexual behavior crimes are defined in C.R.S. 18-3-411. Convictions for these offenses trigger registration requirements. The list includes felonies and some misdemeanors.

State Resources for Boulder County

Several state resources supplement Boulder County's local services. The CBI maintains the official registry. SOTAR provides notification services. These tools ensure consistent coverage across all counties.

SOTAR provides email notification services for Boulder County residents at sotar.us.

The CBI statutes page at apps.colorado.gov/apps/dps/sor/info-statutes.jsf lists all Colorado registration laws. You can read the complete text of relevant statutes.

The CBI search agreement page at apps.colorado.gov/apps/dps/sor/search-agreement.jsf explains the terms of use for the registry. Read this before conducting your first search.

Nearby Colorado Counties

These counties border Boulder County. Check their registries for a complete picture of the area.