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Official Civic Directory Profile FIPS Code: 08011

Bent County Clerk & Recorder

Official government recording office for Bent County, Colorado. Serving a population of 5681 with jurisdiction over real estate deeds, marriage licenses, vital records, and fictitious business names.

County Seat: Las Animas • Land Area: 1512,847 sq mi • State: Colorado (CO)
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Location & Operations

Courthouse Office Address & Contact

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Physical Courthouse Address

Bent County Courthouse / Recording Office, Las Animas, CO 81044

Seat of government for Bent County in Las Animas, CO.

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Courthouse / Directory Line

(303) 587-9041

Regular Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Closed on state and federal holidays.

FIPS ID: 08011 • Coordinates: 37.9319° N, -103.0776° W
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Filing Checklist

Before You Visit Bent County

  • ✓ Valid Government Photo ID (Driver's License or Passport)
  • ✓ Payment: Credit Card, Cashier's Check, or Exact Cash
  • ✓ Original signed documents with valid notary jurat/seal
  • ✓ Mandatory 3-inch top margin for county recorder barcode
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Land Records & Real Property

Bent County Deed Recording Fees & Requirements

Governed by Colo. Rev. Stat. § 30-10-420
First Page Base Fee
$13.00
Includes statutory county automation index surcharge
Each Additional Page
$5.00
Per additional standard 8.5" x 11" page
Transfer Tax / Doc Stamps
$0.01 per $100 documentary fee on consideration over $500
Calculated at recording based on purchase consideration

Statutory Recording Margin Standards in Colorado:

Top Margin (Page 1): Must leave minimum 3 inches blank at top right for official recorder barcode and indexing stamp.
Other Margins: Minimum 1 inch on side, bottom, and subsequent pages to avoid non-conforming document penalties.
Grantee & Return Address: Must state grantee's legal address and a return mailing address clearly on the first page.
Legibility & Font: Black ink on white 8.5 x 11 paper; minimum 10-point font. Notary stamps must be crisp and dark.
Marriage Bureau

Marriage License in Bent County

License Fee $30.00
Waiting Period 0 Hours
  • ✓ Validity Window: Must solemnize within 35 days of issuance.
  • ✓ Personal Appearance: Both applicants must appear together in person at the Bent County courthouse.
  • ✓ Identification: Valid state photo driver's license, passport, or military ID. No blood test required.
State Policy: Couples can self-solemnize in Colorado; no officiant or witnesses required by law.
Vital Statistics

Certified Vital Records

Birth Cert $20.00
Death Cert $20.00
Marriage Cert $17.00
  • • Authorized Requestors: Direct family relation (registrant, child, parent, spouse) or legal guardian only.
  • • Filing Agency: Processed through Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and the local Bent County clerk counter.
Certified copies bear an official raised, embossed seal and are suitable for passports, probate, real estate, and legal identification.
Commercial & Business

DBA & Assumed Name Registration in Bent County

Filing Fee: $20.00
1. Filing Authority

In Bent County, sole proprietorships and general partnerships register assumed names through the Colorado Secretary of State.

2. Statutory Requirement

Required prior to opening a commercial checking account, issuing invoices under a brand name, or executing contracts in Colorado.

3. State Rules & Notice

Trade names are filed directly through the Colorado Secretary of State online filing system.

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State-Specific Statutory Legal Templates

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Ensure your property transfer is compliant with Colorado county recording statutes. Get attorney-drafted Quitclaim Deeds, Special Warranty Deeds, Powers of Attorney, and Promissory Notes formatted with correct margins and statutory acknowledgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Bent County Clerk & Recorder

Where is the Bent County Clerk & Recorder office located?
The official Bent County office is located at Bent County Courthouse / Recording Office, Las Animas, CO 81044. Operating hours are typically Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. You can reach the office staff by telephone at (303) 587-9041.
How much does it cost to record a deed in Bent County?
Under Colorado statute (Colo. Rev. Stat. § 30-10-420), recording a real property deed or mortgage in Bent County costs $13.00 for the first page, plus $5.00 for each additional page. Transfer tax details: $0.01 per $100 documentary fee on consideration over $500.
How do I obtain a marriage license in Bent County, CO?
Both applicants must appear in person before the Bent County Clerk with government-issued photo identification (such as a valid driver's license, passport, or state ID). The fee is approximately $30.00. Colorado requires a waiting period of 0 hours, and the license is valid for 35 days from the date of issuance.
How do I file a DBA (Doing Business As) or Assumed Name in Bent County?
In Bent County, registering a DBA or Assumed Business Name is handled through the Colorado Secretary of State with a standard statutory filing fee of $20.00. Trade names are filed directly through the Colorado Secretary of State online filing system.
How can I request a certified copy of a birth or death certificate in Bent County?
Certified vital records (birth certificates starting at $20.00 and death certificates starting at $20.00) can be requested through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) or directly at the Bent County courthouse vital statistics counter by qualified immediate family members.