4th of July Parade, Superior

IF WE CAN'T REACH YOU...
WE CAN'T ALERT YOU

Public safety agencies throughout Boulder County launch a new emergency notification system.
For more information, and registration

NEW - Read the Boulder County Sheriff's Office 2008 Annual Report which provides an insight into the activities of the Sheriff's Office.

U.S Department of Homeland Security

Boulder County Sheriff’s Office Citizens’ Law Enforcement Academy is a 19 week course providing an overview of various law enforcement topics. A new Academy will start on September 10, 2009.

The April flash flood exercise after action report is available online at http://boulderoem.com/report.html

Contact Information and Phone Numbers
 - Boulder County Sheriff Command Staff
 - Boulder County Sheriff Division Directory
 - Boulder County Law Enforcement Agencies
 - New Sub - Station Phone Numbers**
 - Twentieth Judicial District Phone List

Colorado Lifetrak - is a radio transmission system designed to assist law enforcement and rescue agencies in locating lost or missing persons

Volunteer Opportunities - Volunteers are the heart of the Victim Assistance and Restorative Justice Programs.

Listen to Sheriff's Office Communications On-Line
The Primary Channels for Law Enforcement and Fire & Rescue in Boulder County.

View construction images of the New Boulder County Communication Center – Completion is due March 2008

Concealed Handgun Permit - Information:
 - Guidelines & FAQ's
 - Application
 - Renewals
 - Retired Law Enforcement Officers

Records Request - Download a copy of our Records Request Form.

Boulder County Mountain Address Map
This map updates the original Boulder County Mountain Addressing Atlas published in 1986.

Patch Collectors - The distribution of patches is coordinated by Explorer Post 500, a non-profit law enforcement program sponsored by the Sheriff's Office in cooperation with the Boy Scouts of America.

Mission Statement / Values - We provide the citizens of Boulder County with effective and efficient public safety services.

Boulder County Wildfire Information

Due to the H1N1 outbreak and resulting complications, the Boulder County Jail, has suspended visitation for anyone 18 years of age and younger. For more information

Effective March 26th, 2009 all Fire Restrictions for Boulder County have been lifted. For restrictions on agricultural land see ORDINANCE NO. 2009-01
See Current Red Flag Status.
Fire Ban Information Cards

Effective November 2nd New Fingerprinting Hours will be 11.00 - 4.00pm Monday - Friday

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View the policies of the Boulder County Sheriff's Department (937kb pdf) and the Boulder County Jail (1697kb pdf).

Find useful information about Living with bears in Colorado from the Division of Wildlife (DOW).

Access rules and regulations as they apply in the Model Traffic Code for Colorado

In severe weather visit the rtd-denver website or CDOT for the latest in road and travel conditions.

Boulder County Drug Task Force - Investigates violations of state and federal drug law.

Crime Stoppers of Northern Colorado A non-profit, community based program whose primary purpose is to collect anonymous tips.

Boulder County Crime Map - Crime map showing criminal activity in Boulder County updated on a monthly basis.

Community Relations Activities representatives are available to meet with community groups and civic groups to conduct educational programs and participate in public events.

Photo Gallery & Videos - Photographs, Videos and history of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office.

Boulder County Sheriffs - Out takes from the Book Boulder County Sheriff's Office - An Illustrated History From 1861 - 2000

Child Passenger Safety - Everything you need to know about the child passenger safety law.

Fingerprinting - The Boulder County Sheriff's Office does applicant fingerprinting Monday-Friday between the hours of 11.00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

Crime Prevention Tips
 - Protect your self from I.D. theft.
 - What to do if you lose your purse or wallet.
 - Home and Firearm Safety.
 - Bicycle Safety.
 - Gangs a tip sheet for parents.

The Boulder County Sheriff's Office is charged with meeting the diverse public safety needs of the nearly 302,525 (2007) residents of the County. The Sheriff maintains the County Jail, coordinates search and rescue efforts, handles civil process and evictions, provides animal control services, responds to hazardous materials events, oversees the operation of a cooperative, county-wide radio and telecommunications center, and provides public safety services to the nearly 57,000 residents of unincorporated Boulder County. Meeting these needs are Sheriff Joe Pelle and the approximately 350 deputies and employees, and over 200 volunteers of the Boulder County Sheriff's Office.