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Tag:jury instructions

Supreme Court Overturns Kidnapping Conviction

The Colorado Supreme Court on Monday reversed a defendant's kidnapping conviction because of a poorly worded jury instruction.

Federal Judge Christine Arguello Updates Practice Standards Effective Dec. 1

U.S. District Judge Christine M. Arguello has updated her practice standards, effective Dec. 1.

Colorado Supreme Court Hears Arguments in Criminal Cases

The Colorado Supreme Court will hear oral arguments Monday in four cases, including one about whether a dead man must pay restitution.

Supreme Court to Hear Challenges to Judges’ “Reasonable Doubt” Comments on Wednesday

The Colorado Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in two criminal cases where judges used analogies to explain reasonable doubt.

Colorado Supreme Court Hears Criminal Cases, Congressional Map Controversy

On Oct. 12, the Colorado Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in two criminal cases and a proposed congressional redistricting map.