Evidence and Property Release
Main Number : 303.660.7558
The DCSO maintains an off-site evidence facility, ran by non-commissioned evidence technicians, who play a vital role in the prosecution of criminal cases. The section is responsible for the preservation of submitted evidence, operating the impound yard, downloading digital evidence, and returning inmate property and lost and found. The techs ensure evidence is properly preserved and the chain of custody is maintained.
Hours of Operation :
By Appointment Only
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm by Appointment ONLY.
Property Release
This office strives to maintain property in the same condition as received, and to preserve the evidentiary value and integrity of property, which has been received for possible court presentation.
Unless property is contraband, hazardous, illegal to possess, or is to be presented into court, every reasonable effort will be made to ensure the return to the rightful owner. Property that cannot be returned to the rightful owner will be disposed in a manner consistent with Department Policy and Douglas County Resolution R-003-113.
To get property released you must meet one of these requirements:
- You have received an owner letter from this office explaining that your property is available for release.
- You have a court order from the judge presiding over your case stating that the evidence in the custody of the sheriff’s office is to be released.
- You were advised on release from the jail that your personal property is being held at the Property and Evidence Section.
Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 4:00 pm by Appointment ONLY.
On the day of your appointment you will need to bring the current registration or car title (as proof of ownership), insurance if you are planning on driving your vehicle and valid identification.
Where did that go?
If your children left a bicycle outside and it disappeared or you left a laptop in a park, there’s a chance someone found it and turned it into us. Find out if we’re holding your lost property by contacting our Property and Evidence Section at 303-660-7558.
If we have it, be prepared to describe your property and show proof of ownership, if possible.
After you’ve been released from jail, you can retrieve your property by calling the Property and Evidence unit. Be prepared to show your legal identification.
If you want someone else go pick up your things, they must provide a notorized letter from you authorizing the release.
To learn more about requesting records visit jail records and your medical and mental health records while you were incarcerated.