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Office of the Clerk and Recorder

Paul D. López, Clerk and Recorder

201 W. Colfax Ave., Denver, CO 80202

Appointments are available but not required for in-person services.
Appointments are strongly encouraged for marriage license, civil union, and recording services.
Get a marriage or civil union license in person Make an appointment to record documents

Our calendar opens up seven days in advance and appointments are limited; if you can't find an appointment with our office, be sure to check back for cancellations or contact a neighboring jurisdiction (Jefferson, Adams, Douglas, and Arapahoe County may have openings). For public trustee and foreclosure needs, call 311 for additional information.

Please note: The Office of the Denver Clerk and Recorder does not process license plates or license plate renewals. Denver Motor Vehicle handles license plates for Denver County.

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Denver Elections Division

The Denver Elections Division's mission is to conduct Denver's elections in a fair, accurate, accessible, secure, transparent, and efficient manner; to educate and encourage the public to participate in the voting process; and to maintain accurate voter registration and election.

Campaign Finance and the Fair Elections Fund

Search for campaign finance records, submit reports, and learn about how to run a local campaign in Denver.

Apply for a Marriage or Civil Union License

Learn about the civil union and marriage license application process, or apply online to obtain a license today.

Foreclosures and Releases of Deeds of Trust

The Public Trustee administers the foreclosure process and executes Releases of Deeds of Trust in Denver County. Learn about the process, get forms and fee information, or contact our office for more information.

Do Business With Us Remotely

We know that an office visit isn't always the easiest way to do business with your local government. Find out more about how you can access our services from the comfort and convenience of your home.

Search for Records

Search for public land, marriage, and other records.

Record Documents

Record important real estate and marriage documents.

Communications and Engagement

Our communications and engagement team is tasked with informing, engaging, and energizing our community. We can be found at online and in-person events, as well as on our social media accounts. We're here to connect the residents of Denver with the services they need from our office.