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Expanding Eligibility for Protection Orders

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PROPOSED LEGISLATIONThis bill has been introduced but has NOT been signed into law. Legislative proposals may be amended, passed, or fail to advance. This is not current law.

This proposed bill would expand the list of individuals who can petition for a protection order in Colorado. Previously, only certain categories of people were eligible to seek such orders. If enacted, this change could allow more victims of abuse or harassment to apply for legal protections against their abusers. The exact details on eligibility and implementation are not specified in the provided text.

Published April 6, 2026
WHAT CHANGED
BEFORE

Only specific categories of individuals were eligible to petition for protection orders.

AFTER

This proposed bill would expand the list of individuals who can petition for a protection order in Colorado. Previously, only certain categories of people were eligible to seek such orders. If enacted, this change could allow more victims of abuse or harassment to apply for legal protections against their abusers. The exact details on eligibility and implementation are not specified in the provided text.

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