The Marshal Division is responsible for processing warrants, transporting prisoners, operating a security check point for all people who enter the Lakewood Public Safety Building and for the general safety of people who have business with the court. The Marshal Division consists of a chief marshal, five full-time marshals and six part-time marshals. All marshals are sworn certified peace officers by the state of Colorado. Contact the Marshal Division by phone at
303-987-7406 or by fax at
303-987-7430.
Bench warrants are court orders for police to arrest someone and place them in custody until the court reconvenes. Municipal court warrants are issued for failure to appear in court at a scheduled court date, or for failure to comply with other orders of the court.
The judge issuing the warrant will set a dollar amount for the bond. In addition to the bond amount set by the judge, a warrant fee is imposed by court order on each warrant issued. Individuals must post a bond to secure their release from custody. All Lakewood Municipal Court warrants issued may be enforceable by law enforcement agencies within the state of Colorado.
Bonds
A bond must be posted on a bench warrant to secure release from custody. You may post the bond yourself or through a surety.
By posting the full amount in cash, either by the defendant or by another person, this amount may be applied against any future fine imposed by the court, or the money might be returned in full if all subsequent court appearances and obligations are met.
Please contact the Lakewood Marshal Division for bonding procedures.
To resolve any warrant, you should appear at the Municipal Court Violations Bureau (see below schedule for possible appearance times). Attempts will be made to schedule your appearance in front of an available judge. If we are unable to schedule your appearance with an available judge, you may be required to post a cash bond. If you are under the age of 18, a parent or legal guardian must accompany you.
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Traffic/Animal Control cases - Monday through Thursday at 8 a.m.
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Adult Criminal cases - Monday through Thursday at 9 a.m. or 1 p.m.
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Juvenile Criminal cases - Monday through Thursday at 2 p.m.
Limited court availability on Friday. Please contact the Lakewood Marshals Division for additional information regarding warrants.