HB1309

Colorado HB1309 strengthens protections for parents and children in family court by addressing domestic violence and coercive control.

Colorado HB1309 amends state statutes to enhance protections for parents and children in family court proceedings. The bill defines "coercive control" as a pattern of threatening, humiliating, or intimidating actions, including assaults or other abuse, used to harm, punish, or frighten an individual. It mandates that courts consider domestic violence and coercive control when determining the best interests of the child and allocating parental responsibilities.