Columbine Valley Colorado

Court FAQs

How do I pay my ticket?

Check Your Citation

Look at the back of your ticket (citation). It explains how to pay and whether points will be assessed to your driving record.

  • Find the “Amount Due” box in the middle of your ticket.
  • If there is an amount written, you can pay the ticket (this is called a payable offense).
  • If there is no amount written, you must go to court on the date shown near the top of your ticket.

Choose a Payment Method

If your ticket is payable, you can:

  1. Pay online by credit card – use this link.
  2. Mail a check payable to Columbine Valley, 2 Middlefield Road, Columbine Valley, CO 80123.
  3. Pay in person at the Town Hall front counter.

How do I contest (dispute) a ticket?

You can choose not to pay and instead appear in court on the date listed on your ticket.

Where is the invoice number for my ticket?

Use the Summons & Complaint number located in the top right corner of your ticket, as shown here.

What happens at the court proceedings? 

  • Court is held on the first Thursday of every month.
  • You’ll first meet with the Town Attorney to discuss any possible plea bargain (an agreement to settle your case).
  • Then, you’ll meet with the Judge, who will approve your plea and set your fine.
  • Payment is due on the same day.  Pay by credit card at this link.
    • If you’re unable to pay that day, ask the Judge for additional time. The Judge may grant a Stay of Execution (SOE), allowing you extra time to make your payment.

What happens if I do not pay for a ticket I received?

  • If you don’t pay at least 24 hours before your court date, you must appear in court.
  • If you don’t show up, one of the following may happen:
    • You’ll get a Show Cause Notice in the mail,
    • You may be found Guilty by Default, or
    • A warrant may be issued.

I lost my citation, what do I do?

Call the Columbine Valley Municipal Court at 303-795-1434 for help.

I got cited for driving without proof of insurance, now what?

  • If you had insurance but didn’t have proof at the time, email proof of insurance to Court@ColumbineValley.org.  Proof must cover the Defendant, the vehicle, the date you got the ticket and the time you got the ticket.
  • If you did not have insurance covering those items mentioned above, you must appear in court on the date and time listed on your ticket.