News

A large building made of concrete has multiple windows and has large columns at the front. Near the front entrance a sign reads “Colorado Supreme Court” and “Colorado Court of Appeals.”

Report on U.S. Supreme Court Abortion Ruling Leak Released

A report concerning the leak of a draft from a monumental decision from the U.S. Supreme Court overturning abortion protections has now been released.
A man stands with a suit on and red tie. He wears glasses and there’s a yellow background

Director Begins Work in New Office Helping Investigate Missing, Murdered Indigenous Relatives

Arron Julian was named the director of the newly formed Office of Liaison for Missing or Murdered Indigenous Relatives for Colorado.
A man wearing a blue suit and tie sits in front of a large gathering of people.

Gov. Polis Addresses Club Q Shooting, Housing in State of the State

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis gave his State of State Address Jan. 17 discussing a myriad of issues, including the Club Q shooting and housing.
An image of yellow police tape which reads “Crime Scene Do Not Cross” with a background that blurs out the ground.

Colorado Grand Jury Returns Major Indictment Against Alleged Auto Theft and Burglary Crime Ring...

The Colorado Attorney General announced Jan. 11 a 90-count indictment was returned by a statewide grand jury charging five people in an alleged auto theft and burglary ring.

Proposed Licensed Legal Paraprofessional Program Splits Colorado’s Family Law Bar

Among Colorado family law attorneys, opinions on the proposed program meant to increase access to justice are split.
An image of a large concrete building with multiple pillars in front. The top of the building is a dome.

Preview: Colorado General Assembly Session Begins Jan. 9

As Democrats continue to have a stronghold in the Colorado General Assembly, it’s expected some major legislation could be passed this year in their favor.

Sunset Mesa Funeral Home Operators Sentenced to Federal Prison For Illegal Body Part Scheme

Operators of the Sunset Mesa Funeral Home in Montrose were sentenced to 20 and 15 years in prison for illegally selling body parts.
A white building of concrete with seven pillars in front with a peaked concrete roof has steps coming up to it. Statues of a person sitting in a chair are seen on both arms of the stairs.

U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case on Breadth of Attorney-Client Privilege Jan. 9

The longstanding pillar of attorney-client privilege will be under scrutiny in front of the U.S. Supreme Court Jan. 9 during oral arguments.
A jail cell is glimpsed through a slightly open cell door

Arrests Declined in 2021, Disparities Still Exist for Minorities in the Federal Prison System

While general federal arrests declined in 2021, people charged with violent and public order offenses increased. The report also shows Black individuals exiting federal prison served more time than any other racial or ethnic group.
A hand holds a white iPhone with a home screen in front of a blurred background of an office and laptop.

Attorney General Releases Second Draft of Colorado Privacy Act

The Colorado Attorney General’s office on Dec. 21 published its second draft of rules for an upcoming law around data privacy.