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. The updated instructions are accessible online and cover all offenses defined in Title 18 of the Colorado Revised Statutes, which pertains to the Criminal Code. Additionally, they address select offenses from other titles, such as Title 42 related to vehicles and traffic.
This year's update incorporates legislation from 2024 and relevant case law published since the last edition was released. The instructions are available for download in Word and PDF formats, both featuring hyperlink capabilities to enhance usability.
For further inquiries about these instructions, individuals can reach out to the committee via email at mcjic@judicial.state.co.us.