Second Regular Session | 72nd General Assembly
Colorado General AssemblyPresented to the County Courthouse and County Jail Funding and Overcrowding Solutions Interim Study Committee at its July 2017 meeting.
This issue brief provides an overview of how the justice system treats juveniles found guilty of a crime in Colorado. It discusses juvenile problem solving courts; detention and commitment; the facilities where juveniles are housed; the programs and services available; requirements for...
This issue brief outlines Colorado's efforts to address issues associated with persons with mental illness in the criminal justice system.
The U.S. Constitution guarantees each citizen the right to a fair trial, which includes the right to be present at the trial, able to understand the nature of the proceedings, and able to participate in his or her defense. Whether the defendant’s mental health impaired his or her ability to...
This memorandum provides an overview of the statewide ballot measure process; a summary of the measures approved or rejected by Colorado voters since 1880; and links to additional resources at the offices of the Colorado Legislative Council Staff and the Colorado Secretary of State.
Presented to the Joint State, Veterans and Military Affairs Committee at its December 16, 2016, meeting.
Presented to the Joint State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee at is December 16, 2016, meeting.
Presented to the Joint State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee at its December 16, 2016, meeting.
Presented to the State, Veterans, and Military Affairs Committee at its December 16, 2016, meeting.
Presented to the Joint Finance Committee at its January 5, 2017, meeting.
Colorado voters legalized the use of medical marijuana in 2000 and retail marijuana in 2012 through amendments to the Colorado Constitution. This issue brief provides an overview of current state law and regulations pertaining to medical and retail marijuana, and discusses the role of local...