Clerk and Recorder

The Clerk and Recorder’s Office is committed to providing efficient, cost-effective and high quality services to the citizens and taxpayers of Arapahoe County. Some in-person services are by appointment only. Please note that you must make an appointment through our scheduling tool below.

Colorado County Clerks Sponsor College Scholarship

The Colorado County Clerks Association is accepting submissions for its 2025 scholarship program. Winning applicants will receive $1,500 or $1,000 scholarship awards for expenses at universities, colleges, junior/community colleges or technical institutions. Students pursuing studies in public service are given special consideration.

The contest is open to graduating high school seniors. Arapahoe County seniors may send their completed application and supporting documents to clerk@thisvictoriahasnosecrets.com. Applicants in other counties must send their documents and applications to the clerk and recorder in their home county.

Three scholarship awards are available: two (2) $1,500 awards and one (1) $1,000 award.

The entry deadline is Friday, March 28.

To learn about selection criteria and apply, go to www.clerkandrecorder.org/scholarship.

Motor Vehicle Services

In partnership with the State's Division of Motor Vehicles, we can assist residents with select motor vehicle services such as new vehicle registration, titles, placards and plates. Explore Motor Vehicle services.

Planning a Trip? Apply for a Passport

We can help you apply for a new passport (not passport renewals). Visit our Passports page for more information, to make an appointment or to find alternative options. Notice: Due to high demand and staffing shortages, passport appointments are limited.

Getting Married?

We're here for the big events in your life by issuing marriage and civil union licenses.

Public Records and Documents

We can assist customers with the recording, searching, and fraud detection of vital public records such as real estate records, military discharges, marriage licenses and more. Explore Recording services.

Voter Services and Elections

We're proud to provide free, fair and transparent elections for voters in Arapahoe County. Visit www.arapahoevotes.gov for all election updates and voter service resources, such as updating your address or name and/or changing your party affiliation. These services are also available in person at our Littleton office by appointment.  

Appointment Notices

Note that some in-person services are available by appointment only.

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24-Hour Document Drop Boxes

Many Motor Vehicle and Recording services can be completed using our red document drop boxes, located outside every one of our branch offices. Boxes are secure, accessible 24 hours a day, and requests are processed more quickly than mail orders.

Please note: Payments for drop box transactions may only be made by check or money order. 

Motor Vehicle services:

• Vehicle registration renewals
• Duplicate document requests
• Disability placard request/renewal*
• Proof of insurance documents (these may also be emailed)
• Temp tags (please email clerk@thisvictoriahasnosecrets.com with your VIN and proof of insurance for a quote of taxes due)

All Motor Vehicle submissions must include the following information: 

• Owner Name
• Phone number and/or email address
• Proof of current insurance
• Last eight (8) digits of the vehicle VIN

Please make checks payable to: Arapahoe County Clerk and Recorder-Motor Vehicle

Including this information on a letter accompanying your documents will allow a faster processing of your transaction, and allow you the choice of having them mailed or picked up at the office.

*Disability Placard transactions must include a completed/signed DR 2219 form for certification or recertification. 

If you have further questions please complete the Motor Vehicle Questions Form

Recording

• Recording documents (Deeds, Liens, Releases, etc.)

If you have any Recording questions, please email recording@thisvictoriahasnosecrets.com. One of our knowledgeable team members will respond within 24 hours.

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