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Colorado opens grant applications for nonprofits aiding family violence victims
The Colorado Judicial Department has announced the opening of the application period for fiscal year 2025-26 grants, sourced from the Family Violence Justice Fund. -
Colorado Judicial Department launches grant applications for eviction legal defense
The Colorado Judicial Department has commenced the application process for the Eviction Legal Defense Fund grants for the fiscal year 2025-26. -
Warrant clearance event scheduled for Larimer County, Colorado
A warrant clearance event in Loveland, Colorado, provides an opportunity for individuals with outstanding arrest warrants to resolve their legal issues. -
Colorado Judicial Department releases annual report focusing on transparency
The Colorado Judicial Department has released its Annual Report for the fiscal year 2023-24, emphasizing transparency in state court operations. -
Colorado Judicial Department opens applications for courthouse security funding
The Colorado Judicial Department has announced the opening of the application period for fiscal year 2025-26 grants from the Court Security Cash Fund. -
Four complete recovery drug court program in Castle Rock
On March 12, 2025, four individuals will graduate from the 23rd Judicial District Recovery "Drug" Court program. -
Colorado updates model jury instructions for criminal trials
The Colorado Supreme Court Model Criminal Jury Instructions Committee has announced the release of its annual update to the state's model jury instructions for criminal trials. -
Recovery “Drug” Court program celebrates new graduates
On February 13, 2025, twelve individuals will be honored for completing the Recovery "Drug" Court program in Colorado's El Paso and Teller counties. -
Colorado Supreme Court seeks public input on family procedure rules
The Colorado Supreme Court has announced a public hearing regarding the proposed Colorado Rules of Family Procedure. -
Colorado celebrates formation of its first new judicial district in over six decades
The Colorado Judicial Department marked a significant milestone with the inauguration of the 23rd Judicial District at a ceremony held in Castle Rock. -
Second Judicial District seeks new district judge following Judge Antoun's passing
The Second Judicial District Nominating Commission is set to convene on June 21, 2024, at the Denver City and County building to interview and select nominees for a district judge position in Denver County. -
Jeff Lindsey steps in as acting DA after Linda Stanley's disbarment
Jeff Lindsey has been appointed as the Acting District Attorney for Colorado's 11th Judicial District following the disbarment of Linda Stanley. -
Weld County hosts third Warrant Clearance Day on October 4
The 19th Judicial District, in partnership with Greeley Municipal Court, is organizing its third Warrant Clearance Day. -
Colorado Judicial Branch appoints Liz Lembo as new executive director of COLAP
The Colorado Judicial Branch has announced the appointment of Elizabeth "Liz" Lembo as the new Executive Director of the Colorado Lawyer Assistance Program (COLAP). -
Judicial commission nominates three candidates for district court judgeship
The Eighteenth Judicial District Nominating Commission has put forward three candidates for a district court judgeship following the retirement of Judge Gary Kramer. -
Tarryn Johnson named chief judge of Colorado's 15th Judicial District
Colorado Supreme Court Chief Justice Monica M. Márquez has appointed the Honorable Tarryn Johnson as Chief Judge of the 15th Judicial District, which includes Baca, Cheyenne, Kiowa, and Prowers counties. -
Three finalists nominated for Mesa County court judgeship
The Twenty-first Judicial District Nominating Commission has selected three finalists for a Mesa County court judgeship. -
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.