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Elder Laws in Colorado.

Colorado elder-law issues often involve guardianships and conservatorships, powers of attorney, advance directives, long-term-care planning, vulnerable-adult protection, and benefits coordination. Colorado guardianships run through the district court under Title 15, and Colorado has distinct civil and criminal elder-abuse provisions.

Last verified: 2026-04-17

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Key Colorado Statutes

Colorado Guardianship and ConservatorshipC.R.S. §§ 15-14-101 et seq.

Colorado’s guardianship and conservatorship statutes govern appointment of guardians and conservators for adults and minors, including scope, duties, and court oversight.

Colorado Civil Protection for At-Risk AdultsC.R.S. §§ 18-6.5-101 et seq.; C.R.S. §§ 26-3.1-101 et seq.

Colorado law provides civil protections and reporting requirements related to mistreatment, neglect, and exploitation of at-risk adults and elders.

State law

Official Sources

Colorado Legislature — Revised Statutes Colorado Judicial Branch — Probate and Guardianship

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