SB 22-020
signedCourt Reporter Administering Oaths Or Affirmations
Plain-English Summary
AI-generatedSenate Bill 22-020, which has been signed into law, allows court reporters to administer oaths and affirmations. Previously, only certain professionals like judges or notaries were allowed to do this. This change affects anyone who needs an oath or affirmation administered in a legal context where a court reporter is present. Since the bill has been signed, it means that court reporters can now legally perform this role in Colorado courts and other official settings.
Official Summary
The act adds court reporters to the list of professionals who may administer oaths or affirmations. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)
Details
- Chamber
- Senate
- First action
- 2022-03-30
- Latest action
- 2022-01-12
- Last action desc.
- Introduced In Senate - Assigned to Judiciary
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Votes
BILL
2022-03-16 · House · pass — Yes: 63 · No: 0 · Other:
BILL
2022-02-17 · Senate · pass — Yes: 34 · No: 0 · Other: