Guide to Felony Arrest or Felony Returnable Cases
This guide covers cases where an individual is arrested and booked into the Larimer County Jail with a felony charge.
1. DA Filing Timeline and Requirements
The District Attorney's (DA's) Office must file charges with the courts within three business days (72 hours) of the arrest.
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Guide to Juvenile Arrest Warrant Process
Unless there is an imminent public safety concern, all juvenile arrest warrants must be submitted to the DA's office for review and filing, regardless of the charge level.
Guide to Informal Case Screenings and No Files
This process is designed to assist law enforcement with questions about the legal sufficiency of evidence and legal thresholds to aid internal agency decisions. This is an informal discussion and not a formal file/no-file determination.
Guide for Submitting Misdemeanor/Traffic and Felony Arrest Warrants
1. Misdemeanor and Traffic Arrest Warrants
The District Attorney’s (DA’s) office does NOT file these cases or warrants. They are handled directly through the court.
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Guide to Submitting Search Warrants
1. Standard Search Warrants
All search warrants must be reviewed by the District Attorney's (DA's) office before being submitted to the courts.