Municipal Court

Municipal or local courts are often referred to as “quality of life courts”. These courts give the public their primary and often only impression of the criminal justice system. More people go before municipal or local courts than the state and federal courts. These courts are also described as the first line of defense a community has in dealing with criminal behavior.

There are 271 incorporated municipalities in Colorado representing 101 Home Rule Cities/Towns; 12 Statutory Cities, 1 Territorial Charter City; and 157 Statutory Towns. There are two consolidated City and County governments. Municipalities may often be in one or more counties and judicial districts. There are more than 215 Colorado Municipal Courts serving these communities.