HB 18-1131

HB 18-1131, which has been signed into law, allows courts in Colorado to use phone calls or internet-based software for hearings when people can't be physically present. This means that individuals involved in municipal, county, and district court cases can participate remotely, making it easier for those who might have difficulty attending hearings in person due to distance, health issues, or other reasons. The law also sets up a fund to support this telejustice program, ensuring the necessary technology is available for courts across the state. This change affects anyone involved in Colorado's judicial system and aims to improve accessibility and efficiency.

Official Summary

County Courthouse and County Jail Funding and Overcrowding Solutions Interim Study Committee. The bill directs the office of the state court administrator to operate a program that implements telephonic or internet-based networking software to let municipal courts, county courts, and district courts conduct judicial procedures with remote participants. The bill creates the telejustice program cash fund and authorizes the state court administrator to expend money from the fund for the program.(Note: This summary applies to the reengrossed version of this bill as introduced in the second house.) Read More

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