Lawmakers Eye Colorado Criminal Justice Reforms in First Month of Session
Hot topics include juveniles in the criminal justice system, competency proceedings and support programs for people who are incarcerated.
Abortion, Evictions, Recidivism, Court Data Sharing, Gig Work Bills Introduced
Lawmakers took aim this week at abolishing abortion, eviction protections, recidivism, court data sharing, gig work and more.
Colorado Lawmakers Eye Labor and Employment Matters in First Weeks of Session
Lawmakers have introduced over 200 bills since the session began, including several that take aim at labor and employment law in Colorado.
Victim Awareness Training for Judicial Staff, Extending the Office of Public Guardianship Bills Introduced
Lawmakers appear to be hitting a stride in the early stages of the session, introducing more than 200 bills so far.
What Legislation Colorado’s Legal Community is Watching in 2023
Law Week caught up with bar associations and legal organizations to hear what topics and bills they’re keeping an eye on this session.
Restricting Nondisclosure Agreements for Government Employees, Nongendered Bathroom Bills Introduced
Lawmakers introduced a bill requiring the new MMIR office liaison to report on violent or exploitative crimes against an Indigenous person.
Boatright’s State of the Judiciary Outlines Workplace Changes in Colorado Courts
Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice Brian Boatright delivered an emotional state of the judiciary address to lawmakers Friday.
Judicial Discipline, Water Storage, Criminal Justice Reform Bills Introduced in General Assembly’s First Week
What’s already in the spotlight? Judicial discipline, water storage, alternate defense counsel contracts and criminal justice reform.
Gov. Polis Appoints Don Wilson to Represent House District 19
Gov. Jared Polis issued an executive order appointing Don Wilson to represent House District 19, filling an unappointed vacancy.
Legislative Committee on Judicial Reform Holds Final Meeting
Lawmakers gave additional background, passed amendments and explained issues they plan to prioritize next session.