The ACSO POST Academy is a 21-22 week program which is designed to prepare graduates for a career in law enforcement.

The Adams County Sheriff's Office Law Enforcement Academy trains cadets from multiple state agencies. Cadets, who successfully graduate, move on to work as police officers, deputy sheriffs, fire and rescue personnel, CBI agents, and state gaming agents throughout Colorado. Qualified instructors teach the academy curriculum, which covers all State of Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) requirements. To graduate, cadets must pass all POST certification tests.

Candidates who are selected to attend the Academy will be offered employment in a cadet position and receive a monthly salary, tuition and benefits. The candidate will be required to sign a training agreement committing to two continuous years of employment with the Adams County Sheriff's Office.

Each Academy Instructor will demand integrity and accountability from each candidate, and the Academy's regimented atmosphere will set a tone of professionalism that each candidate is expected to adhere to.

Candidates must pass a POST certification test and all three skill disciplines in order to graduate. Classes are taught by qualified instructors. Areas of instruction include, but are not limited to:

  • Administration of Justice

  • Basic Law

  • Community Interaction

  • Patrol Procedures

  • Traffic Control

  • Investigative Procedures

  • Communications

  • Firearms

  • Defensive and High Speed Driving

  • Arrest Control

  • Physical Fitness

  • Leadership​

PROPERTY AND EVIDENCE

Property and Evidence stores property from criminal cases, safekeeping and found items. The Property and Evidence section works directly with the Detective Division and located at 4201 East 72nd Ave, Commerce City Colorado 80022.

Please note the entrance to Property and Evidence is located on the west side of the facility off of Colorado Boulevard. See the below map for the entry location.

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RECOVERY INFORMATION

To claim property being held by the Adams County Sheriff’s Office, please call The Property and Evidence section to inquire or to schedule an appointment.

All property returns are subjected to law and case status before return. Property not claimed within ninety (90) days is subjected to disposal.

Property Recovery Form: Download the Property Recovery Form PDF

CONTACT INFORMATION

Property and Evidence hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Property and Evidence is CLOSED Wednesdays.

Please call 720-322-1299 for appointments.

EXPLORER POST 2045

Since 1987, the Adams County Sheriff's Office, in affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America and Learning for Life, has sponsored Explorer Post 2045 for young people between the ages of 15 and 21, giving them an opportunity to work with professionals in law enforcement. It is a youth organization chartered to educate and involve youth in law enforcement operations, to build their interest in possible law enforcement careers, to serve the needs of the public through community service activities, and to build mutual understanding.

The Adams County Sheriff's Office provides an environment that fosters the ideals, knowledge, and philosophy of the law enforcement profession and provides opportunities for interested young people to serve the Sheriff's Office, as well as the community.

The Explorer Post is a self-governing body, overseen and counseled by a committee of volunteer adult advisors. The Explorer Post and its programs provide for education, practical experience, community service, fostering individual personalities, and developing maturity. ​

HOW TO APPLY

Membership Requirements

Applicants for membership in the Law Enforcement Explorer Post #45 must be between the ages of 14 and 21. Be enrolled in a high school curriculum, maintaining a grade "C" average or possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Be in good health. Be of good moral character with no arrests or convictions for any serious offenses. Be able to attend two meetings a month (2nd & 4th Tuesday every month) Be able to attend an Explorer Law Enforcement Academy (generally held on Saturdays for 10 to 12 consecutive weeks)Be able to actively participate in fundraising

To apply online locate the Explorers link in the Adams County Volunteer page. The Adams County Sheriff's Office does not accept paper applications.

For questions on the application process, contact the Adams County Sheriff's Office Human Resources Section at (303) 655-3231.

To learn more about the Law Enforcement Explorer Program, please contact the Adams County Sheriff's Office Explorer Advisor:

Sgt. David Cho
[email protected]
(303) 655-3297

Recruiting Deputy Ryan Martinez
[email protected]
(303) 655-3267


Adams County Volunteer Opportunities

View Volunteer Explorer Positions

Attention New CHP Applicants:

Regarding Legislative changes and HB24-1174 Concealed Handgun Permits, which takes effect on July 1st, 2025, you will need to have a certificate from a verified instructor, showing that you took a class which meets the criteria outlined in HB24-1174. Until July 1st, 2025, the current law remains in effect. 

 

Attention RENEWAL CHP Applicants:

Regarding Legislative changes and HB24-1174 Concealed Handgun Permits, which takes effect on July 1st, 2025, you will need to have a refresher certificate from a verified instructor, showing that you took a refresher class which meets the criteria outlined in HB24-1174. Until July 1st, 2025, the current law remains in effect. 

 


*** Effective July 1, 2024, as per Colorado revised statute 18-12-105.3, it is unlawful for anyone, including concealed handgun permit holders, to carry a firearm in the Adams County Government Center.

Any violation is a Class 1 misdemeanor and subjects an individual to arrest.

 

*** Per Colorado Revised Statutes 18-12-202(5)(b), "...a 'handgun training class' does not include any firearms safety course that allows a person to complete the entire course (i) via the internet or an electronic device." Please call to verify if you believe the course you completed is prohibited: (303) 655-3210.

At the time of your appointment, your application will be reviewed for completeness, signed, your picture taken, fees collected, and your fingerprints will be taken.


Concealed Handgun Information and Forms

Access Concealed Handgun Information and Forms

TRAINING

The Training Division is responsible for Policies, Procedures, Internal Training and the Adams County Sheriff's Academy.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & LINKS

Hours of operation are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and is located at FLATROCK Regional Training Center.


FLATROCK Training Center

Visit the Flatrock Training Center Website

Adams County Sheriff’s Academy

Learn more about the Adams County Sheriff's Academy

LEADERSHIP TEAM CONTACTS

Division Chief
Shane Heiter
303.654.1850

Commander
Casey Overton
720.523.7502

Operations Supervisor
Trace Yang
720.523.7515

JAIL DIVISION

The Jail Division is responsible for providing a safe and humane environment for persons incarcerated at the Adams County Detention Facility. Jail personnel manage the movement, behavior and transportation of inmates.

The division consists of the following sections and units: Booking, Court Security, Civil Unit, Detectives, Transport, Bonding, Court Services, Programs, Jail Records, Supervised Release and Technical Services.

 

Mission: 

Provide a safe and compassionate environment while treating everyone in our community with respect and dignity.

Vision:

Strengthening community relationships through a unified and dynamic workforce, with the goal of reducing recidivism, and enhancing public safety.

Values:

Dedication, Empathy, Professionalism, Service

ANNOUNCEMENTS & LINKS

COVID-19 Update:

There are no COVID-19 restrictions on the Adams County Detention Facility work release program at this time.

Inmate Advisal: Members of the public who would like to be present for an inmate advisal can view the hearing via a CCTV system at the Adams County Justice Center, 1100 Judicial Center Drive, Brighton, CO 80601, in Court Room #203. Advisals will begin at 8:30 a.m. If you have any additional questions, you can contact the Jail Division Records Unit at (303) 655-3490.


Inmate Services

Visit the Inmate Services Page

Online Inmate Search

Search for Current Inmates Online

Records Request or Call (303) 655-3490

Request Records (English)

Solicitar Registros (Formulario en Espanol)

Inmate Records Release Form

Submit Inmate Records Release Form (English)

Enviar Formulario de Liberacion de Registros de Inmate (Espanol)

Fee Schedule

View Fee Schedule (English PDF)

Ver el Programa de Tarifas (PDF en Espanol)

Online Warrants Search

Search for Warrants Online
 

LEADERSHIP TEAM CONTACTS

Division Chief
Bill Dunning
(303) 654-1850

Captain
Robert Nanney
(303) 655-3269

Executive Assistant to the Chief
Lexi Wooten
(303) 655-3413

Commander (A Platoon)
Jim Hinrichs
(303) 655-3418

Commander (B Platoon)
JD Cordova
(303) 655-3414

Commander (Admin)
Timothy Jungclaus
(303) 655-3222

Commander (Operations Commander)
Aaron Pataluna
(303) 655-3387

Commander (Court Security Unit)
Michael Robbins
(303) 655-3444

Detention Manager
Lindsay Laughery
(303) 655-3475

Administrative Assistant
JoAnn Garcia
(303) 655-3301

ADA Coordinator
Jennifer Overmyer
(303) 655-3302

DETECTIVE DIVISION

The Detective Division investigates, apprehends, and prepares prosecution of criminal offenders for the Adams County Sheriff's Office.

The division comprises the Crimes Against Persons Section, Crimes Against Property Section, Crime Lab, Joint Terrorism Task Force, Safe Street Task Force, Property and Evidence Unit, North Metro Task Force, and Victim Advocates.
 

Adams County Sheriff’s Office Detective Tipline
Major Crimes Investigations
Investigaciones de delitos mayores
Call: 720-523-4847

Information Regarding Other Crimes
Información sobre otros delitos
Submit a Tip — Metro Denver Crime Stoppers

 

Property and Evidence information

Learn more about Property and Evidence


Sex Offender Registrations: Please call 720-322-1205.

​Registration days: Tuesday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

​New and birthday registrations are done by appointment on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & LINKS

Detective Division hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. excluding holidays when work hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Main telephone number for the Detective Division is 720-322-1202.​

​For information about towed vehicles call 720-322-1202.


Fraudulent Check Form

Submit a Fraudulent Check Form

Identity Theft Information Packet

Download the Identity Theft Information Packet (PDF)

Identity Theft Information Packet (Spanish)

Descargar el Paquete de Informacion sobre el Robo de Identidad (PDF)

Identity Theft Form for Submittal

Submit the Identity Theft Form

Identity Theft Form for Submittal (Spanish)

Enviar el Formulario de Robo de Identidad (Español)

Online Sex Offender Searches (SOTAR)

Search Online Sex Offenders (SOTAR)

Online Sex Offender Searches (CBI)

Search Online Sex Offenders (CBI)

Sexually Violent Predator Notices

View Sexually Violent Predator Notices

Victim Services Unit

Visit the Victim Services Unit Page

LEADERSHIP TEAM CONTACTS

Division Chief
Kevin Currier
(720) 322-1200

Executive Assistant to the Chief
Desiree Dick
(720) 322-1279

Commander
Manuel Carrillo
(720) 322-1209

Commander
Mark Mitchell
(720) 322-1101

Commander (Lab/Property Evidence)
Jesse Treblik
(720) 322-1131

 

PATROL DIVISION

Our Division's Mission

Committed to improving the quality of life through responsible service.

Our Division's Vision

To create a safer environment through innovation, communication and trust.

 

PATROL DIVISION

The Patrol Division provides law enforcement services, community policing, and traffic safety to the communities of unincorporated Adams County.

Tactical sections and units include Patrol, Plains, Traffic Safety Unit, DUI Enforcement, Motorcycle Unit, Juvenile Services Unit, SWAT, Mobile Field Force, K-9 Unit, Bomb Unit, Mounted Posse, Reserve Deputies and the Community Resource Team.

REPORT AN INCIDENT

Report a non-emergency incident online. If this is an emergency, contact 911.

For more information and neighboring agency contacts, visit adamssheriff.org/report-incident.

ANNOUNCEMENTS & LINKS

Fingerprinting appointments can be done by registering online. Once you have registered, you will be provided with a scheduled time and location.

Traffic citations can be paid in person at the Traffic Safety Section window in the main lobby. Hours of operation are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. – 4 p.m., excluding holidays.

The Adams County Sheriff’s Office is currently accepting three ways to pay citations:

Online (parking citations are excluded)

adamscountycitations.com

By Mail

Adams County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Section
4201 E. 72nd Ave., Suite C
Commerce City, CO 80022

In Person

Adams County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Safety Section
4201 E. 72nd Ave., Suite C
Commerce City, CO 80022


Sheriff Districts

Lean more about the Sheriff Districts

Civil Process

Learn more about Civil Process

Online Citation Payments

Pay your citation online

Ride-Along Application

Fill out the Rid-Along Application

Call 720-322-1101 For Scheduling

Ride-Along Critique

Provide ride-along critique

Compliments and Complaints

Fill out a compliment or complaint form or call (720) 322-1700

Traffic Safety

(720) 322-1114

Abandoned Vehicles

(720) 322-1700

Online Warrants Search

Search for warrants online

Records Requests or Call (720) 322-1313

Submit a Records Request (English)

Enviar una solicitud de registros (Español)

LEADERSHIP TEAM CONTACTS

Division Chief
John Bungartz
(720) 322-1100

Captain
Alex Kondos
(720) 322-1103

Executive Assistant to the Chief
Nicole Plese
(720) 322-1101

Commander (A Platoon)
Manuel Aragon
(720) 322-1104

Commander (B Platoon)
John Bitterman
(720) 322-1131

Commander (Plains Section - District 5)
Karl Smalley
(303) 622-9797 (ext. 29)

Commander (Plains Section - District 5)
Christopher Gruenberger
(303) 322-1355

Commander (Special Units)
Brett Eskam
(720) 322-1112

Records Manager
Jana Colwell
(720) 322-1316

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS

The Professional Standards Division provides support and expertise in the areas of Public Information (PIO), Internal Affairs, Community Connection Team, OEM (Office of Emergency Management), Concealed Handgun Permits, Finance, Information Technology, Recruiting, Background Detectives, Government Center Security Unit, and Project Management.

 

ANNOUNCEMENTS & LINKS

Concealed Handgun Permits

Learn more about Concealed Handgun Permits

LEADERSHIP TEAM CONTACTS

Division Chief
Michael McKinney
(303) 654-1850

Administrative Assistant to the Chief
Ashley Portillo
(303) 655-3259

Commander
Jeremy Whytock
(303) 655-3206

Information Technology Manager
Carrie Haubert
(303) 655-3232

Operations Manager - Finance
Stephanie Brandt
(303) 655-3237

Community Relations Manager
Nicole Bostel
(303) 655-3279

Public Information Officer
Sergeant Adam Sherman
(303) 655-3223

Emergency Manager
Ron Sigman
(720) 523-6601