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Monica Márquez sworn in as first Latina chief justice of Colorado
Supreme Court Justice Monica M. Márquez was sworn in as Colorado’s new chief justice on July 26, 2024.
Colorado courts join National Adoption Day efforts across judicial districts
National Adoption Day is being celebrated across Colorado, with various Judicial Districts finalizing adoptions for foster children seeking permanent families.
Fourth Judicial District celebrates one year of its eviction recovery program
The Fourth Judicial District in Colorado Springs is marking the first anniversary of Division CARE, a unique eviction recovery program.
Colorado courts announce Thanksgiving holiday closures for select dates
All state courts and probation offices in Colorado will be closed on Thursday, November 28, 2024, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Judicial district seeks nominees for Kiowa County court judge vacancy
The Fifteenth Judicial District Nominating Commission is set to convene on July 22, 2024, at the Kiowa County Combined Court in Eads, Colorado.
Free legal resource days offered across Colorado's judicial districts
The Colorado Judicial Department is offering free legal assistance and educational sessions to self-represented litigants across 12 locations in the state.
Colorado Judicial Branch releases annual report on outreach program
The Colorado Judicial Branch has released its 2024 Judicial Officer Outreach (JOO) Program Annual Legislative Report.
Recovery "Drug" Court celebrates graduation of 12 participants
On October 10, 2024, twelve participants will be honored for completing the 4th Judicial District Recovery "Drug" Court in Colorado Springs.
Colorado judicial districts expand free legal resource days
Three additional Colorado Judicial Districts are set to host Free Legal Resource Day events during the week of October 21, 2024.
Governor to appoint new judge for Second Judicial District after nominations
The Second Judicial District Nominating Commission has put forward three candidates for a district court judgeship following the passing of Hon.
Judicial district seeks applicants for VALE Board vacancy
The 12th Judicial District is currently seeking applicants for a vacancy on the Victims Assistance and Law Enforcement (VALE) Board.
Colorado accredits fifteen problem-solving courts under new program
The Statewide Problem-Solving Court Advisory Committee has accredited 15 problem-solving courts in Colorado through the Problem-Solving Court Tiered Accreditation Program.
Warrant clearance event scheduled by judicial district in El Paso County
Dec. 2, 2024, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO – Residents of El Paso and Teller counties with outstanding arrest warrants have an opportunity to resolve their cases through a community event.
Colorado opens applications for 40 judicial nominating commission positions
Applications are now open for positions on 19 Judicial Nominating Commissions across Colorado.
Amanda Hunter named chief judge of Colorado's 11th Judicial District
Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez has appointed the Honorable Amanda Hunter as the new chief judge of the 11th Judicial District, which includes Chaffee, Custer, Fremont, and Park counties.
Warrant Clearance Day set for November across Denver metro area
Warrant Clearance Day events are scheduled for Saturday, November 2, across various locations in the Denver metro area and Pueblo County.
Ryan Stuart named chief judge of Colorado's new judicial district
Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez has appointed the Hon.
Ralph L. Carr Judicial Center reopens after fire-induced closure
The Ralph L. Carr Judicial Center office tower in Denver is set to reopen on October 8, 2024, following extensive repairs after a fire and water damage incident earlier this year.
Attorney General warns against price gouging amid Whitehall's water crisis
New York Attorney General Letitia James has issued a warning to businesses regarding price gouging amid a water emergency in Whitehall.
Attorney General Neronha advises Rhode Islanders following state cyberattack
In light of a significant cyberattack on the Rhode Island State government, Attorney General Peter F. Neronha has provided guidance to residents on safeguarding themselves after a data breach.