5th Judicial District Attorney's Office

Serving the communities of Clear Creek, Eagle, Lake and Summit counties.     

Welcome to the 5th Judicial District Attorney’s Office

Our offices are here to serve the communities of the 5th Judicial District with fairness, integrity, and dedication to justice. We work closely with law enforcement, victims, and community partners to ensure public safety and uphold the law.


If you need assistance, information, or wish to meet with someone from our office, please contact your local District Attorney’s Office to schedule an appointment. Appointments allow us to serve you more efficiently and ensure that the right staff member is available to address your needs.

We are committed to providing accessible services and encourage you to reach out with any questions regarding cases, victims’ rights, or available community resources.
 

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By John Bryan September 11, 2025
PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given pursuant to Colorado Revised Statutes 24-6-402 that on the date, at the time, and in the location that follows the Crime Victim Compensation monthly meeting will be held. The 5th Judicial District includes Clear Creek, Lake, Eagle, and Summit counties. Please direct all inquiries to: Christine Watson, CVC Administrator, District Attorney’s Office, P.O. Box 295, Eagle, CO 81631, telephone (970) 337-3706. Date of Meeting September 15, 2025 Time of Meeting: 9:00 a.m. MST Location of Meeting: Office of the District Attorney, Fifth Judicial District VIA Zoom Conference I certify that I posted this notice on Fifth Judicial District, District Attorney’s Website at www.da5.us. /s/Christine Watson, CVC Administrator To request a copy of the Zoom Link or Victim Compensation Policies and Procedures, Bylaws and /or the Standards for the Administration of the Victim Compensation Programs, please contact Christine Watson, CVC Administrator, cvcinfo@da5.us, P.O. Box 295, Eagle, CO 81631, 970-337-3706. All meetings are subject to change. Please contact the CVC Administrator to confirm the monthly meeting. All persons attending CVC Board meetings are required to comply with security screening procedures as directed and provide their full name to be included in the meeting minutes. To ensure an equitable and fair process for all CVC applicants, and preserve CVC claim confidentiality pursuant to C.R.S. 24-4.1-107.5, persons attending the CVC meetings may not address the CVC Board during the meetings. If there is a matter you wish the CVC Board to consider, please outline the request in writing and submit it no later than five days prior to a scheduled CVC Board meeting to the CVC Administrator. Requests may be deferred to the next scheduled monthly meeting if not submitted in a timely manner. The members of the 5th Judicial District CVC Board, upon affirmative vote of two thirds of the quorum present, may hold an executive session pursuant to the Colorado Open Meeting Law (C.R.S. 24-6-402(4) et seq.) and CVC Bylaws. To report a Standards violation, please contact the Division of Criminal Justice 700 Kipling Street, Suite 1000, Denver, CO 80215 or by phone at 303-239-4493 or 1-888-282-1080 (toll free). 09/08/2025
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"I believe in a community based on trust and respect, where everyone feels safe. I want to see a better tomorrow, where we protect our vulnerable, heal our neighbors, and hold offenders accountable.”  –District Attorney Heidi McCollum--