When a juvenile is arrested in Colorado, the child may be released to a parent or responsible adult, referred for detention screening, or held for a prompt detention hearing. If the child remains in custody, the hearing generally must occur within 48 hours, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays. The district attorney then decides whether to file a delinquency petition, offer diversion, or decline to prosecute formally. Decisions made during
There’s no question that the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the lives of people in Colorado and elsewhere – and will continue to do so for years to come.
However, not all the changes are for the worse. Some legal shifts in Colorado may reduce the number of incarcerations, which overall benefits the community as long as safety is maintained.
SB 62 seeks to sustain some law enforcement practices adopted during
