SB115

Post-Conviction Relief for Certain Offenders

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Colorado SB115 allows certain incarcerated individuals to petition for post-conviction relief and sentence reconsideration.

Colorado SB115 establishes a process for individuals serving sentences in the Department of Corrections to petition for post-conviction relief and sentence reconsideration. Eligible individuals include those who were under 21 at the time of their offense and have served at least 20 years, or those who are 60 or older and have served at least 20 years. The bill outlines a procedure for filing petitions, including the appointment of counsel and the burden of proof for the petitioner.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

18 Yea

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17 Nay

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Calendar

May 13

12:00 AM

Senate Third Reading Calendar

May 12

12:00 AM

Senate Third Reading Calendar

History

Jun 3

Governor Signed

May 22

Senate

Signed by the President of the Senate

May 22

House

Signed by the Speaker of the House