By order of Sheriff Darren Weekly, Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in place for unincorporated areas of Douglas County. Ordinance No. O-012-004 restricts open fires, open burning and the use of fireworks in the unincorporated areas of Douglas County.
In observance of the Presidents’ Day holiday, all Douglas County Government offices will be closed Monday, Feb. 16, 2026. Offices will reopen on Tuesday, Feb. 17, for normal business. Many County services are available 24/7 by visiting online services.
Due to a statewide DMV upgrade, all online driver license, motor vehicle, and MVExpress kiosk services will be unavailable beginning the evening of Friday, Feb. 13, until the system re-launches on Tuesday, Feb. 17. Douglas County Motor Vehicle offices will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 17, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. for system testing.
The Recording Office is responsible for recording, indexing, copying, and preserving permanent public documents, primarily real estate records. The Recording Office also issues Marriage and Civil Union Licenses, serves as a Passport acceptance center, and posts Special District Public Notices. Please select from the featured services below, and review the instructions and required documents needed for your transaction before scheduling an appointment.
Information on recording, copying, and preserving permanent public records.
Steps and general requirements to apply for and record a Marriage or Civil Union License.
Instructions, required forms, and fees to apply for a new passport.
Direct all inquiries regarding divorces, dissolutions, and court matters to the Colorado Judicial Branch – Douglas County 23rd Judicial District. Clerk of the Courts: 720-437-6200
