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Tag:Colorado criminal law

Court Opinions: Colorado Supreme Court Vacates Untimely Restitution Order

The state Supreme Court interpreted the laws surrounding restitution orders and sentencing procedures, clarifying which orders are timely under People v. Weeks.

Court Opinions: Colorado Appeals Court Affirms New Trial for 1991 Pipe Bombing Suspect James Genrich

The appeals court found the postconviction court acted within its discretion when it determined that the expert testimony from the original trial was neutralized by the new evidence and granted Genrich a new trial.

Court Opinions: Colorado Supreme Court Rules Department of Human Services Can Reevaluate Competency Without a Court Order

The Colorado Supreme Court also determined an appeal related to alleged threats against a judge should have gone to the Colorado Court of Appeals.