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Persons with Mental Illness in the Criminal Justice System - Colorado's Response

Subjects
Courts & Judicial
Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement
Human Services
Public Health
Agency
Agency
Legislative Council Staff
Published
02/07/2017

This issue brief outlines Colorado's efforts to address issues associated with persons with mental illness in the criminal justice system.

Issue Brief

The effective date for bills enacted without a safety clause is August 6, 2025, if the General Assembly adjourns sine die on May 7, 2025 (unless otherwise specified). Details