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CDLE Data Request Instructions

As of 10/15/2025, the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment is no longer accepting data requests via an online form. If you submitted a request before this date and are still awaiting a response, please re-submit your request following the requirements below.

Your options

1) Law Enforcement (criminal investigations / judicial process)

Email your request to cdle_UI_policy@state.co.us with the subject line "Law Enforcement Data Request + the subject of your investigation" and include:

  • Your full legal name.
  • Your agency/organization.
  • Whether your agency/entity/organization is federal, state, or local.
  • Your title and badge number.
  • Your mailing address, phone, and email.
  • A detailed description of how the information will support your investigation.
  • Whether or not the information will be used for immigration enforcement purposes.
  • A court-ordered subpoena or warrant for the data. Requests will be denied if a court-ordered subpoena or warrant is not provided.
Certification & penalties: When submitting your request to CDLE, you will be required to certify under penalty of perjury that your request complies with Colorado statutory requirements and that you understand misrepresentations and disclosure of data may result in civil penalties of up to $50,000 per violation, injunctive relief, and referral to proper authorities. See § 24-74-101, C.R.S., et seq. (2025).

2) Data Sharing Agreements (state or local agencies)

If you are a state or local agency seeking a data access sharing agreement, email cdle_UI_policy@state.co.us with the subject line "Request for Data Sharing Agreement" and include as much detail as possible. A team member will contact you with next steps.

Please be prepared to provide a signed data sharing agreement including certifications and attestations that comply with current Colorado statutes, legal certifications, proper use, and consequences for noncompliance prior to receiving data in accordance with §§ 24-74-105, et seq., C.R.S. (2025). Additionally, there may be costs associated with your request.

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