Colorado

Colorado Legal Resources

Free legal information, aid organizations, and court resources for residents of Colorado. Know your rights and find help.

Legal Aid Organizations

Colorado Legal Services

Provides free legal help to low-income Coloradans in civil matters including housing, family law, and public benefits.

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Metro Volunteer Lawyers

Connects low-income Denver metro residents with volunteer attorneys for civil legal assistance.

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Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network (RMIAN)

Offers free immigration legal services to detained individuals and children in Colorado.

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Colorado Legal Services

Statewide legal aid providing free civil legal help to low-income Coloradans in housing, family, immigration, and benefits.

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Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network

Provides free immigration legal services and know-your-rights education to immigrants in Colorado.

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Court System Overview

The Supreme Court of Colorado is the court of last resort. The Court of Appeals handles intermediate appeals. District Courts are the trial courts of general jurisdiction. County Courts handle civil cases under $25,000, misdemeanors, traffic, and small claims. Municipal Courts handle city ordinance violations.

Key State Laws & Protections

Colorado Warranty of Habitability

Strong tenant protections requiring landlords to maintain rental properties in habitable condition with remedies for violations.

Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA)

Prohibits discrimination in employment, housing, and public accommodations based on protected characteristics including sexual orientation and gender identity.

Colorado Consumer Protection Act

Broad consumer protection statute prohibiting deceptive trade practices with treble damages available.

Colorado Paid Family and Medical Leave (FAMLI)

Provides up to 12 weeks of paid leave for qualifying life events, funded through employee and employer premiums.

Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA)

Broad anti-discrimination law covering employment, housing, and public accommodations with protections for sexual orientation and gender identity.

Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act

Requires employers to provide paid sick leave, with expanded provisions for public health emergencies.

Bar Association

Colorado Bar Association
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Legal Aid Hotline

Need Immediate Legal Help? Call Colorado Legal Services at 1-303-837-1313 for free legal help.

Emergency Legal Resources

National Domestic Violence Hotline

24/7 confidential support

1-800-799-7233

Colorado Crisis Services

24/7 mental health and crisis support statewide

1-844-493-8255

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Call or text 988 for crisis support

988

Recent Legal Updates (2025–2026)

Colorado Public Option (2025)

Continued rollout of the Colorado Option health insurance plan, providing more affordable coverage options for residents.

Just Cause Eviction Protections (2025)

New tenant protections requiring landlords to demonstrate just cause for evictions and limiting rent increases in certain municipalities.

Related Guides

Know Your Rights Find a Lawyer Legal Aid Resources Court Preparation

Filing Deadlines (Statute of Limitations)

Personal Injury

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.

Contract Disputes

Statute of Limitations: 3 years (oral) / 6 years (written)

This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.

Property Damage

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.

Medical Malpractice

Statute of Limitations: 2 years

This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.

Fraud

Statute of Limitations: 3 years

This is the maximum time after an event within which you may file a lawsuit. Missing this deadline typically means losing your right to sue.

Court Filing Fees

Small Claims Court

Typical filing fee: $31-$55 (claims up to $7,500)

Small claims court is designed for individuals to resolve minor disputes quickly and affordably without an attorney.

Civil Court

Typical filing fee: $224-$300

Civil court handles larger disputes including personal injury, contract breaches, and property claims. Attorney representation is common.

Family Court

Typical filing fee: $230-$300

Family court handles divorce, custody, child support, adoption, and domestic violence matters. Fee waivers are often available for low-income filers.

Free Legal Aid Organizations

Colorado Legal Services

Statewide free civil legal services for low-income Coloradans in housing, family, and public benefits matters.

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Metro Volunteer Lawyers

Pro bono legal services in the Denver metro area for low-income residents in family, housing, and immigration.

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Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network

Free immigration legal services for detained immigrants and unaccompanied children in Colorado.

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State Bar Resources

Colorado Bar Association

Referral: Lawyer Referral Service: (303) 831-5723

Pro Bono: Colorado Access to Justice Commission and statewide pro bono programs.

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Frequently Asked Legal Questions in Colorado

Colorado has multiple legal aid organizations that provide free or low-cost legal help to income-eligible residents. You can also contact your local bar association for pro bono referrals, or visit our Legal Aid Finder to search by zip code.
In Colorado, tenants generally have the right to a habitable dwelling, proper notice before eviction, the return of security deposits within a specified timeframe, and protection from housing discrimination. Specific rules vary — visit our Tenant Rights Checker for Colorado-specific details.
Colorado allows expungement or record sealing for many misdemeanor and some felony convictions, typically after a waiting period and no subsequent offenses. Eligibility depends on the charge type, sentence served, and time elapsed. Use our Expungement Eligibility Checker to see if you qualify.
Colorado sets its own minimum wage, which may be higher than the federal minimum of $7.25/hr. Many cities within the state may have even higher local minimums. Use our Wage & Overtime Calculator to check the current Colorado minimum wage and calculate your pay.
The statute of limitations in Colorado sets the deadline to file a lawsuit after an injury or dispute. It varies by case type — personal injury, contracts, and criminal charges all have different limits. Use our Legal Deadline Calculator to find your specific deadline in Colorado.