What are the hours of business for the Municipal Prosecutor's Office?
The Municipal Prosecutor's Office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The office is closed daily from 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. for lunch. The office is also closed every Thursday afternoon from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. for a weekly meeting.

How can I talk to a prosecutor about my ticket?
Your ticket has a court date on its face. When you appear on that date, you will have an opportunity to speak to a prosecutor about your case. Please call 303-987-7400 if you cannot appear on that date. Failure to appear on your scheduled court date may result in criminal liability.

Why do I want to talk to a prosecutor?
Prosecutors represent the City of Lakewood and therefore cannot give defendants legal advice on their cases. Prosecutors can, however, provide defendants with different choices as to how defendants may handle their cases. One of these choices may be a plea bargain which is often a sentencing concession in exchange for a plea of guilty to the charge.

What if I cannot attend court on my scheduled date?
Please call 303-987-7400 if you will have difficulty appearing on your court date. Failure to appear on your scheduled court date may result in criminal liability.

What is an arraignment?
An arraignment is the defendant's first appearance in court. At arraignment a defendant can do one of several things - plead guilty, plead not guilty, ask to speak to a prosecutor, or ask for a continuance to seek legal counsel.

How can I get information about my case?
Defendants have a right to receive relevant police reports and other materials regarding charges against them. All of this information is called "discovery." Discovery can be attained by requesting it in person from the Municipal Prosecutor's Office. The City Attorney's Office will complete a discovery from which then must be taken to police records. If police reports are obtained, there is a charge of $5.00 payable to the records department.

I have been charged with not providing proof of valid insurance when the police contacted me. I did have insurance, I just didn't have my card with me. What should I do?
You should provide proof of valid insurance for the date you received the ticket. Please attempt to provide this proof before your court date in order to avoid Arthur delays in your case. Please contact 303-987-7400 for more information.

I have been subpoenaed as a witness in a case, but I cannot appear. What should I do?
Please contact the Municipal Prosecutor's Office at 303-987-7450 as soon as possible. Failure to appear on a subpoena may result in criminal liability.

I am a victim in a domestic violence case and I would like more information about restraining orders. Who should I call?
Please call the Victim Advocates at 303-987-7210.

I am a victim in a case and would like restitution. What should I do?
In municipal court, restitution is not allowed in traffic accidents. Restitution may be sought in other types of cases (i.e.: penal) for actual monetary losses only. It is helpful to keep all information, including receipts, regarding restitution. Please contact the Municipal Prosecutor's Office for more information at 303-987-7450.

How can I report a crime or city code violation?
IIf it is an emergency, please dial 911. The non emergency number for the Lakewood Police Department is: 303-987-7111.