Jefferson County Combined Court Guide (Golden)

Your Guide to Criminal Court in Jefferson County

Charged with a crime in Lakewood, Arvada, Golden, Wheat Ridge, or unincorporated Jefferson County?
This page explains where your case will be heard, what makes each local court unique, and how Path Forward Legal can help with Domestic Violence, DUI, Assault, Theft, Probation Violations, and more.

Jefferson County Combined Court – Golden

Address:
100 Jefferson County Parkway, Golden, CO 80401

Parking & Entrance:

  • Multiple large, free parking lots surround the building
  • The main entrance faces south. Be careful in the winter, as snow and ice build up near the stairs.
  • Plan for 5–10 minutes to walk in and clear security (lines are busiest in the morning)

Security:

  • All visitors go through metal detectors.
  • When you approach the metal detectors, take a bin for your items. Remember to return the bin once your items have gone through the scanner.

Courtroom Locations:

  • Most criminal courtrooms are on the 2nd and 3rd floors—check monitors at the right as you exit security.
  • Clerk’s office, payment windows, and public records are mostly on the main level.
  • There is often a person providing information and directing people after you exit the security area.

What Cases Are Heard at Jefferson County Combined Court?

  • All state-law felonies and most misdemeanors from Lakewood, Arvada, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Edgewater, Morrison, Mountain View, and unincorporated Jefferson County
  • Probation violation hearings
  • County-level domestic violence and DUI cases
  • High-level traffic and major theft cases

Prosecutor:
Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office (First Judicial District)

What to Expect on Your Court Date

  • Arrival:
    Arrive 20 minutes early for parking and security.
  • Dress Code:
    No hats are allowed to be worn in the courtroom.
  • Check-In:
    After security, use the monitors to find your division, then proceed to the appropriate courtroom and check in with the clerk or bailiff if required.

Local Notes: Jefferson County Court Practices

Domestic Violence

  • DV cases get a no-contact order at the first appearance—sometimes even if the victim asks otherwise.
  • Pretrial supervision is common, especially if there are prior charges.
  • Judges may require prompt compliance with court-ordered treatment or classes.

Assault, Theft, Probation

  • Probation officers and pretrial services have a strong presence—bring proof of any progress/compliance to court.
  • The district attorney’s office actively pursues restitution in theft/property cases.

Jefferson County Municipal Courts

Not all cases go to the Combined Court—many traffic and city ordinance charges are handled in local municipal courts:

Arvada Municipal Court

Address: 8101 Ralston Rd, Arvada, CO 80002
Phone: 720-898-7150
(Court Website)

Edgewater Municipal Court

Address: 1800 Harlan St, Edgewater, CO 80214
Phone: 303-235-0500
(Court Website)

Golden Municipal Court

Address: 911 10th St, Golden, CO 80401
Phone: 303-384-8006
(Court Website)

Lakeside Municipal Court

Address: 5801 W 44th Ave, Lakeside, CO 80212
Phone: 303-455-1980
(Town Website)

Lakewood Municipal Court

Address: 445 S Allison Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80226
Phone: 303-987-7400
(Court Website)

Morrison Municipal Court

Address: 321 Highway 8, Morrison, CO 80465
Phone: 303-697-8749
(Court Website)

Mountain View Municipal Court

Address: 4176 Benton St, Mountain View, CO 80212
Phone: 303-432-9097
(Court Website)

Westminster Municipal Court

Address: 3030 Turnpike Dr, Westminster, CO 80030
Phone: 303-658-2240
(Court Website)

Wheat Ridge Municipal Court

Address: 7500 W 29th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
Phone: 303-235-2835
(Court Website)

Key Differences:

  • Municipal courts handle city code violations, some misdemeanors, and most traffic tickets issued by city police.
  • State law violations and more serious misdemeanors go to the Combined Court in Golden.
  • If you’re unsure where your case will be heard, check your summons or contact us.

FAQs for Jefferson County Courts

Where should I go if my paperwork says “Combined Court” but lists a city police department?
You will appear at the Golden courthouse—call us with questions about your paperwork.

Can I bring family to court?
Yes, but all guests must clear security. Courtrooms are open to the public unless otherwise noted.

What if I miss my court date?
A warrant may issue for your arrest. Contact us immediately if you miss a date—we may be able to resolve it quickly.

Path Forward Legal: Your Local Defense Team

Our attorneys regularly appear in Jefferson County Combined Court and all local municipal courts.
We know the judges, the prosecutors, and the policies that matter most for your case.

Charged in Jefferson County? Contact Path Forward Legal for a free, confidential case review.