Criminal Defense in El Paso County (Colorado Springs)
By Find Local Law Editorial Team · Last reviewed: May 26, 2026
Researched and drafted with AI assistance and verified against primary sources (statutes, Judicial Council forms, and official court websites). This is general information, not legal advice.
Where your El Paso County (Colorado Springs) criminal case is heard depends on the charge. Felonies are prosecuted in the El Paso County District Court (4th Judicial District), while misdemeanors, traffic, and petty offenses are handled by the El Paso County Court. The 4th Judicial District covers both El Paso and Teller Counties.
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Local criminal courts
Court: El Paso County District Court (Colorado Springs) hears felonies; the County Court handles misdemeanors, traffic, and petty offenses — both in the 4th Judicial District.
In El Paso County (Colorado Springs), felony charges are prosecuted in the El Paso County District Court (4th Judicial District), while misdemeanors, traffic, and petty offenses are handled by the County Court. Verify the current courthouse location, hours, and filing procedures on the Colorado Judicial Branch / 4th Judicial District site before any hearing.
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- Which El Paso County court will hear my criminal case?
- Felony charges go to the El Paso County District Court (4th Judicial District) in Colorado Springs. Misdemeanors, traffic offenses, and petty offenses are handled by the El Paso County Court.
- Where are DUI cases heard in Colorado Springs?
- A misdemeanor DUI is typically handled in the El Paso County Court, while a felony DUI is prosecuted in the District Court. See our Colorado DUI guide for how the charge level is determined.