A friend of the PD had their credit card information stolen. That was bad enough. But then they started getting letters in the mail saying checking accounts were being opened in their name. Total nightmare. This kind of fraud is happening more and more. Criminals dig through t...

The Cortez PD Lost & Found has officially leveled up to “treasure trove” status. We’ve got more keys than a locksmith, more wallets than a department store, and enough phones to start a SECOND DISPATCH call center. If you’ve dropped something, it may be here waiting for yo...

Thanks to a question from James, we wanted to share this information with everyone! Here's how a call to dispatch works:  When any call (911 or non-emergency) comes in, dispatchers use a Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system to immediately assign the nearest available firs...

The administrative offices at the Cortez Police Department will be closed on Monday, September 1, 2025 for the Labor Day Holiday.  All emergency services will remain available. 

Are you at least 15 1/2 and want to qualify to get your driver's permit?  Have you been court-ordered to complete a defensive driving class?   Sign up now for the in-person Alive at 25 class taught by Officer Karla Ross on Saturday, September 27!  https://a...