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SB17-095

Repeal The Death Penalty

Concerning the repeal of the death penalty by the general assembly.
Session:
2017 Regular Session
Subject:
Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement
Bill Summary

The bill repeals the death penalty in Colorado for offenses committed on or after July 1, 2017, and makes conforming amendments.


(Note: This summary applies to this bill as introduced.)

Status

Introduced
Lost

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Sponsor Type Legislators
Prime Sponsor

Sen. L. Guzman
Rep. A. Garnett

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