Legal Question in Criminal Law in Colorado

''second chance law''

I have heard of a ''second chance law'' that would seal the records of first-offense, non-violent criminals. I have also heard that this law could possibly reduce an inmate's sentence. Is this true?


Asked on 11/20/06, 7:02 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Daniel Fenaughty FENAUGHTY & ASSOCIATES, PC

Re: ''second chance law''

Not exactly. You can seal a record if the case was completely dismissed or if you were acquitted at trial. As for shortening sentence, look at RITP, 35b, and COV reconsideration.

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Answered on 11/20/06, 8:56 pm


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