Name Changes
Is it possible for a resident of Arapahoe county able to petition for a name change in Denver?
No. Petitioners must be residents of the City and County of Denver.
How early can a petitioner file a Civil Protection Order at Denver County Court?
*7:30am
*8:00am
*8:30am
Courtroom 159 is open for protection order filings at 7:30am each day Monday-Friday.
*$85
*$105
*$135
$105
Name the virtual courtrooms.
VT1, VT2, VT3, VT4, TPS1, TPS2, TPS3
If someone wants to sue another party that lives in Denver county for $12,000, can they file a Small Claims case to save on filing fees?
Unfortunately, Small Claims cases are used for cases up to $7,500 in value to recover money or property, perform or set aside a contract, or comply with restrictive covenants.
How old can CBI & FBI criminal-based background check reports be when a petitioner files a name change request with Denver County Court?
*60 days
*90 days
*120 days
CBI & FBI criminal-based background checks must be dated within 90 days of filing a name change request.
If both the party to be restrained and the party seeking protection live in El Paso county, can a protection order case be filed in Denver county?
Yes, as long as one of the parties works, goes to school or the acts described in the checklist/complaint occurred in Denver county.
Is it possible to file a money case in Denver county if the Defendant does not live, work or attend school in the City and County of Denver?
Yes! If the transaction happened in the City and County of Denver, they case may be filed.
What 2 options do defendants have for taking care of a traffic infraction ticket?
*pay the ticket
*plead not guilty and set for Final Hearing
Is there a limit to how many Small Claims cases can be filed by the same Plaintiff?
A party is limited to 2 Small Claims cases a month, and no more than 18 a year per county.
Out of the following, what is not needed to file for an adult name change:
*Valid ID
*Background checks from FBI & CBI
*Birth Certificate
*Birth Certificate
If the parties to a mutual stipulation in a protection order case, what is the maximum amount of time the stipulation can be in effect?
One year from when the judge grants the order.
2023 legislative changes have enabled parties in certain civil actions to appear remotely for hearings effective 1/1/2024. Does this apply to both money and eviction cases?
House Bill 23-1186 took effect 1/1/2024 and only allows parties involved in residential eviction cases the option to appear remotely. Court trials for money cases are still in-person.
When setting a Photo Radar speeding ticket for Final Hearing, what is important to remember?
The Final Hearing must be set on a day that matches the officer's schedule.
What are the options for serving a Defendant on a Small Claims case?
There are two options for serving the Defendant:
*Personal service via a someone not related to the case.
*Request the court notify the Defendant by certified mail.
When accepting an petition to change a minor's name, if the parent filing the petition does not know the address of the non-custodial parent, what forms are required?
*Request to Publish to Non-Custodial Parent
*Notice to Non-Custodial Parent by Publication
NOTE: The judge in the assigned courtroom will have to approve the Request to Publish to Non-Custodial Parent before the filing parent can publish.
How long does a restrained party have to wait before they can petition the court to modify or dismiss a granted permanent protection order?
Motions to cancel/modify are considered After 2+ years from protection order issuance or decision on a previous motion to cancel.
If a Plaintiff or Defendant requests a jury trial and pays the $98 civil case jury fee, are they guaranteed to have a jury present at court trial?
In some cases, a request for a jury trial may be denied by a judge pursuant to the law even though a jury fee has been paid.
How far out can you set a Final Hearing?
Final Hearings can be set out up to 70 days.
If a Defendant on a Small Claims case objects to a Magistrate hearing the case and that objection is granted, does the case convert to County Court rules when heard by a Judge in one of our civil courtrooms?
No. If the Defendant is only objecting to a Magistrate hearing the case, the case is moved to a civil courtroom for a Judge to rule on. However, the case must still follow all of the Small Claims Rules, statutes and other limitations.
If an individual petitioning for a name change has a prior felony, are they required to submit anything else to Denver County Court in addition to CBI & FBI criminal history reports?
Yes. An individual with a prior felony must notify the District Attorney's Offices in the districts where the felony convictions or adjudications occurred that they are seeking a name change. Copies of those letters along with proof of mailing (certified mail) will be reviewed by the judge before granting the name change.
What is the primary difference between a Criminal and a Civil Protection Order?
Criminal Protection Orders are in effect for the duration of a criminal case.
Civil Protection Orders are in effect until one of the parties successfully petitions the court for cancellation or modification.
When a paper review is set in case management, is this an indicator that parties should appear at the court on the date and time shown?
No. Paper reviews are an internal management tool used by court staff to follow up on cases at certain dates and times.
Name three ways to cancel a warrant.
*Online
*Bonding Office
*File a motion to quash
If a Defendant on a Small Claims case hires an attorney to represent them, does the Plaintiff also have the right to hire an attorney?
Although Small Claims cases are not allowed to be filed by attorneys, if a Defendant retains counsel, then the Plaintiff also has the option to retain counsel.