TLDR A 2018 effort by a 9-year-old overturned a Severance, CO snowball ban. Many Colorado towns still restrict snowball throwing, especially at people, vehicles, or property. Laws vary by location; some allow snowball fights under safe, non-destructive conditions, others prohibit them entirely. (Part III: Odd Laws in Colorado) In 2018, […]
Category: General Colorado Legal Information
TLDR It’s illegal to ride a horse while under the influence in Colorado — considered a DUI. In Denver, you cannot drive a black car on Sundays (an old myth not enforced). In Alamosa, throwing missiles (like snowballs or other objects) is banned. In Westminster, it’s illegal to allow dandelions […]
TLDR DUI classes are mandatory in Colorado for most offenders. Level I: 12-hour course for minors with low BAC. Level II: 24 hours of education + 42–86 hours of therapy based on evaluation. Required for license reinstatement and focuses on substance risks and behavior change. Many people charged with a DUI are […]
TLDR In Colorado, it’s illegal for car dealerships to operate on Sundays due to state law. Violating this law can result in fines up to $1,000, imprisonment for up to six months, and possible revocation of the dealership’s license. The law aims to provide employees with a mandatory day of […]
TLDR In Colorado, accumulating too many points on your driver’s license can result in suspension. Under 18: 6 points in 12 months or 7 points at any time before turning 18. 18 to 20: 9 points in 12 months, 12 points in 24 months, or 14 points at any time […]