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Transcript Request

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective September 1, 2024

This form is used to ask the court to create written records, or transcripts, of events that happened in court. It asks the person filling it out to list the specific court dates and events they want recorded.

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Where this fits in a case

Motions

Stage: Motions

This form is used when someone needs to order transcripts of court events, such as hearings or trials. The form provides different cost options depending on whether the person wants the transcript to be ordinary, expedited, or overnight.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who should fill out this form?
The form asks the person signing it to certify that they or their firm/agency will pay the full cost of the transcript.
What information does this form ask for?
It asks for the person's contact information, the case number, and a detailed list of the court events that need to be transcribed.
Are there different costs for transcripts?
Yes, the form lists different costs for ordinary, expedited, and overnight transcripts, and also mentions a separate cost for copies.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect September 1, 2024.

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