Information About The Rights of Crime Victims

The Constitution of the State of Colorado and the laws of the state [Section 24-4.1-302(1) C.R.S]
guarantee certain rights to victims of the following criminal acts: 

• Murder in the first degree, in violation of section 18-3-102; 
• Murder in the second degree, in violation of section 18-3-103; 
• Manslaughter, in violation of section 18-3-104; 
• Criminally negligent homicide, in violation of section 18-3-105; 
• Vehicular homicide, in violation of section 18-3-106; 
• Assault in the first degree, in violation of section 18-3-202; 
• Assault in the second degree, in violation of section 18-3-203; 
• Assault in the third degree, in violation of section 18-3-204; 
• Vehicular assault, in violation of section 18-3-205; 
• Menacing, in violation of section 18-3-206; 
• First degree kidnapping, in violation of section 18-3-301; 
• Second degree kidnapping, in violation of section 18-3-302; 
• (I) Sexual assault, in violation of section 18-3-402; 
• (II) Sexual assault in the first degree, in violation of section 18-3-402, as it existed prior to July 1, 2000; 
• Sexual assault in the second degree, in violation of section 18-3-403, as it existed prior to July 1, 2000; 
• (I) Unlawful sexual contact, in violation of section 18-3-404; or 
• (II) Sexual assault in the third degree, in violation of section 18-3-404, as it existed prior to July 1, 2000; 
• Sexual assault on a child, in violation of section 18-3-405; 
• Sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust, in violation of section 18-3-405.3; 
• Sexual assault on a client by a psychotherapist, in violation of section 18-3-405.5; 
• Invasion of privacy, in violation of section 18-7-801 
• Invasion of privacy for sexual gratification, in violation of section 18-3-405.6; 
• Robbery, in violation of section 18-4-301; 
• Aggravated robbery, in violation of section 18-4-302; 
• Aggravated robbery of controlled substances, in violation of section 18-4-303; 
• Incest, in violation of section 18-6-301; 
• Aggravated incest, in violation of section 18-6-302; 
• Child abuse, in violation of section 18-6-401; 
• Sexual exploitation of children, in violation of section 18-6-403; 
• Crimes against at-risk adults or at-risk juveniles, in violation of section 18-6.5-103; 
• Any crime identified by law enforcement prior to the filing of charges as domestic violence, as defined in section 18-6-800.3; 
• An act identified by a district attorney in a formal criminal charge as domestic violence, as defined in section 18-6-800.3; 
• Any crime, the underlying factual basis of which has been found by the court on the record to include an act of domestic violence, as defined in section 18-6-800.3, pursuant to section 18-6-801; 
• Stalking, in violation of section 18-3-602 or 18-9-111(4); 
• A bias-motivated crime, in violation of section 18-9-121; 
• False Reporting of an emergency in violation of section 18-8-111 that is bias-motivated crime as defined in section 18-9-121(2); 
• Harassment – ethnic intimidation 18-9-111(2) (effective 6/28/21) 
• Careless driving, in violation of section 42-4-1402, that results in the serious bodily injury or death of another person; 
• Failure to stop at the scene of an accident, in violation of section 42-4-1601, where the accident results in the death or serious bodily injury of another person; 
• Any criminal attempt, as described in section 18-2-101, any conspiracy, as described in section 18-2-201, any criminal solicitation, as described in section 18-2-301, and any accessory to a crime, as described in section 18-8-105, involving any of the crimes specified in 24-4.1-302(1); 
• Intimidating a witness or a victim, in violation of section 18-8-704; 
• Retaliation against a witness or victim, in violation of section 18-8-706, Retaliation against a judge or elected official, in violation of section 18-8-615, Retaliation against a juror, in violation of section 18-8-706.5; Retaliation against a prosecutor, in violation of section 18-8-616; 
• Aggravated intimidation of a witness or a victim, in violation of section 18-8-705; 
• Tampering with a witness or victim, in violation of section 18-8-707; 
• Indecent exposure, in violation of section 18-7-302; or 
• Violation of a protection order issued under section 18-1-1001, against a person charged with committing sexual assault, in violation of section 18-3-402, sexual assault on a child, in violation of section 18-3-405, sexual assault on a child by one in a position of trust, in violation of section 18-3-405.3, sexual assault on a client by a psychotherapist, in violation of section 18-3-405.5, or stalking in violation of section 18-3-602; 
• Human trafficking, in violation of section 18-3-503 or 18-3-504; 
• First degree burglary, in violation of section 18-4-202; 
• Second degree burglary of a dwelling, in violation of section 18-4-203 (effective 3/2022) 
• First degree arson, in violation of section 18-4-102 
• Child prostitution, in violation of section 18-7-401.; Soliciting for child prostitution, in violation of section 18-7-402; Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation, in violation of section 18-6-404; Pimping of a child, in violation of section 18-7-405; Inducement of child prostitution, in violation of section 18-7-405.5; or Patronizing a prostituted child, in violation of section 18-7-406. 
• Posting a private image for harassment in violation of section 18-7-107 or posting a private image for pecuniary gain in violation of section 18-7-108; 
• Harassment of a Transit Worker, in violation of section 18-9-111(1)(i) 

If a victim is deceased or incapacitated, these rights may be exercised by the victim’s spouse, parent, child, sibling, grandparent, grandchild, significant other, or other lawful representative.

Victims of the crimes listed in the preceding tab above have the following rights:

• To be treated with fairness, respect and dignity, and to be free from intimidation, harassment, or abuse.
• To be informed of all critical stages of the criminal justice process.
• To be notified of the arrest, release of defendant, and the time and location of the initial court hearing.
• To provide input at key phases, such as, bond hearings, plea bargaining, sentencing, and parole hearings.
• Restitution as a condition of sentencing and the right to civil remedy.
• Speedy return of property after the case is settled, and it is no longer needed as evidence.
• Information about eligibility for victim compensation, when applicable, and assistance completing application forms.
• A free copy of the crash report, when released by law enforcement.

24-4.1.302(1)(cc.6) Failure to stop at the scene of a CRASH, in violation of section 42-4-1601, where the CRASH resulted in the death or serious bodily injury of another person.

24-4.1-302(1)(II) SOLICITING FOR COMMERCIAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY WITH A CHILD, in violation of section 18-7-4.2 procurement of a child for sexual exploitation, in violation of section 18-6-404; pimping of a child, in violation of section 18-7-405 INDUCEMENT OF COMMERCIAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY WITH A CHILD, in violation of section 18-7-405.5; ENGAGING IN COMMERCIAL SEXUAL ACTIVITY WITH A CHILD, in violation of sections 18-7-406; SOLICITING FOR CHILD PROSTITUTION, IN VIOLATION OF SECTION 18-7-102 AS IT EXISTED PRIOR TO JULY 1, 2026; INDUCEMENT OF CHILD PROSTITUTION, IN VIOLATION OF SECTION 18-7-405.5, AS IT EXISTED PRIOR TO JULY 1, 2026; OR PATRONIZING A PROSTITUTED CHILD, IN VIOLATION OF SECTION 18-7-406, AS IT EXISTED PRIOR TO JULY 1, 2026;

24-4.1-302(2)(e.5) Any subpoena or application for records concerning the victim’s medical history, mental health, OR education; victim’s compensation RECORDS or records that are privileged pursuant to section 13-90-107

24-4.1-302(2)(aa) RECEIPT BY A DISTRICT ATTORNEY OF A NOTICE THAT A CRIME LABORATORY EMPLOYEE ENGAGED IN A WRONGFUL ACTION, AS DESCRIBED IN SECTION 16-12-307 (1);

(bb) AN EVIDENTIARY HEARING ON POST-CONVICTION PETITION FOR RELIEF HELD PURSUANT TO SECTION 16-12-312; AND

(cc) A RESTITUTION ASSESSMENT HEARING HELD PURSUANT TO SECTION 18-1.3-603.

24-4.1-302(3) "Lawful representative" means AN INDIVIDUAL who is designated by the victim or appointed by the court to act in the best interests of the victim; EXCEPT THAT IF THE VICTIM IS A CHILD OR AN AT-RISK ADULT, AS DEFINED IN SECTION 18-6.5-102, "LAWFUL REPRESENTATIVE" DOES NOT INCLUDE THE DEFENDANT OR ALLEGED OFFENDER IN THE UNDERLYING CASE.

24-4.1-302.5(1)(a.5) THE RIGHT TO REQUEST, IN ORDER TO PROTECT THE SAFETY OR PRIVACY OF A VICTIM, TO HAVE THE VICTIM REFERRED TO BY AN ABBREVIATION, PSEUDONYM, INITIALS, OR ANOTHER PREFERRED NAME DURING HEARINGS;

(applies to District Attorney’s Office’s)

24-4.1-302.5(1)(j.8) The right to obtain any incident recordings as described in section 24-31-902. 24-31-902 Incident recordings – release -tampering – fine

24-4.1-302(2)(q.1) A TRIAL FOR CIVIL COMMITMENT OR ENHANCED PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 16-8.5-118;

(q.2) A HEARING TO TERMINATE A CIVIL COMMITMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 27-65-202 OR AN ENHANCED PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 25.5-10-508;

(q.3) THE TRANSFER, RELEASE, OR ESCAPE OF A PERSON OR THE PLACEMENT OF A PERSON INTO A COMMUNITY-BASED SETTING OUTSIDE OF INPATIENT CARE AT THE DISCRETION OF CDHS, AS DEFINED IN SECTION 16-8.5-101, WHEN THE PERSON IS UNDER A CIVIL COMMITMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 27-65-201 OR AN ENHANCED PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT UNDER COURT SUPERVISION PURSUANT TO SECTION 25.5-10-507 WHEN THE CRIMINAL CASE INITIATING THE CIVIL COMMITMENT OR ENHANCED PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT INVOLVED A VICTIM.

24-4.1-302(2)(j.6) THE RIGHT TO BE INFORMED OF ANY REQUEST FOR CHANGES TO MATERIAL TERMS OF A CIVIL COMMITMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 27-65-201 OR ENHANCED PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 25 .5-10-507 ON BEHALF OF A PERSON IN A CIVIL COMMITMENT OR PROTECTIVE PLACEMENT IN A CRIMINAL CASE INVOLVING THE VICTIM, AND THE RIGHT TO BE PRESENT BY APPEARING IN PERSON, BY PHONE, OR VIRTUALLY BY VIDEO OR AUDIO, OR SIMILAR TECHNOLOGY, AND HEARD AT ANY HEARING DURING WHICH A COURT CONSIDERS THE REQUEST. AS USED IN THIS SUBSECTION (l)G.6), "REQUEST FOR CHANGES TO MATERIAL TERMS" INCLUDES ANY REQUEST TO BE RELEASED FROM AN INPATIENT SETTING TO AN OUTPATIENT SETTING OR TO BE MOVED INTO A COMMUNITY-BASED SETTING OUTSIDE OF INPATIENT CARE AT THE DISCRETION OF CDHS, AS DEFINED IN SECTION 16-8.5-101.

(Applies to District Attorney’s Office and County Attorney’s)

24-4.1-303 (10)(IV) Upon request of the victim, the law enforcement agency shall provide the victim in a cold case information concerning any change in the status of the case. In addition, the law enforcement shall provide an update at least annually to the victim concerning the status of a cold case involving one or more crimes for which the criminal statute of limitation is longer than three years.

24-4.1-302.5(1)(b.8) Upon request of a victim who has had forensic medical evidence collected that has not resulted in a conviction or plea of guilty, the victim has the right to be notified by the law enforcement agency of the status and location of the victim’s forensic medical evidence.

24-31.902 (2)(b)(I) Upon request of the victim’s designee, all video and audio recordings of a death must be provided to the victim’s designee at least 72 hours prior to public disclosure.

Forensic Medical Evidence – Sexual assault victims are provided forensic medical exams without any out-of-pocket expenses for services. For “OPT IN” notifications regarding forensic medical evidence, contact the law enforcement
agency with jurisdiction for the case. Notifications include: location of evidence, testing, results of DNA, DNA matches and
destruction of evidence collected. The right to file, prior to expiration of the 60 day period, an objection with the LE agency, CBI or accredited crime lab that is proposing to destroy forensic medical evidence. Case status and the right to receive a physical document identifying rights under the law after an exam has been completed.

For a complete listing of your rights, please refer to Colorado Revised Statutes 24-4.1-301 through 24.4.1-304 at dcj.colorado.gov

Crime victims are afforded rights pursuant to the Colorado Constitution. If you feel as though your victim rights have not been provided to you by one or more criminal justice agencies, you may choose to file a complaint.

Division of Criminal Justice
Office for Victims Programs
700 Kipling Street, Suite 1000
Denver, CO 80215
Phone: 1-888-282-1080
Phone: 1-303-239-4497 (Locally)

Victims will be registered for VINE. VINE is a notification system that sends the victim automatic alerts about changed to an offender’s custody status. It is free, easy and completely anonymous.

888-263-8463 or www.colorado-vine.com

After a suspect has been convicted of a crime against the victim, the state and local correctional authorities will notify the victim of the following:

• The institution where the person is incarcerated or otherwise being held.
• Projected release date of the person.
• Any release of the person, including furlough or work release, or any transfer to a less secure, public or private, correctional facility or program in advance of the projected release date.
• Scheduled parole hearings and any changes in hearing schedules.
• Any escape, transfer or release from confinement in any public, private or state hospital.
• The death of the person while in a correctional facility or program.

Victims may be entitled to the following services:

Immediate crisis intervention and follow-up support.
Special services for juveniles, elderly victims or victims with disabilities.
Referrals to public and private organizations that may assist with:

• Medical and other emergency services
• Mental health and social services
• Financial assistance
• Translation services
• Intervention with creditors, landlords and employers
• Legal resources
• Rehabilitative services
• Transportation and child care services
• Information about obtaining public records, including the full case file
• Information about protection orders
• Other support services

District 1 East
Lori Brown
303.902.0507
Lorim.brown@state.co.us

District 1 West
Kimberly Major
303.549.1267
Kimberly.major@state.co.us

District 2
Magda Serna
719.651.3857
Magda.serna@state.co.us
District 3
Laura VanGilder
970.302.1042
Laura.vangilder@state.co.us
District 4
Alicia Bourdon-Goure
719.251.0006
Alicia.bourdon-goure@state.co.us
District 5
Rebecca Frasier
970.880.2001
Rebecca.frasier@state.co.us

Colorado State Patrol

Victim Services Unit

https://csp.colorado.gov/services-we-provide/victim-rights

Request an Accident Report
https://csp.colorado.gov/talk-with-us/central-records-unit

DCJ Victim Rights Specialist
Outside Denver Metro Area

888-282-1080

DCJ Victim Rights Specialist

Denver Metro Area

303-239-4497

District Attorney & Court Listings

District 1 East & West

District 2

District 3

District 4

District 5

https://madd.org/victim-assistance/

Colorado Human Trafficking

866-455-5075 Hotline

Text to 720-999-9724 Text Line

Combat Human Trafficking

https://combathumantrafficking.org

Colorado Crisis Services
https://coloradocrisisservices.org/

Colorado Auto Theft Prevention Authority

CATPA Victim Assistance Application