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House adopts bill restoring narrow right to jury trials in eviction cases
Summary
The Colorado House on April 30 approved House Bill 12‑35, which restores a limited right to jury trial in certain residential tenant cases; the measure passed 33‑32 after sponsors narrowed the bill and secured amendments.
The Colorado House on April 30 approved House Bill 12‑35, restoring a limited right to a jury trial for tenants facing eviction in cases that raise a material issue of fact, the chamber’s sponsor said. The bill passed by a 33‑32 vote.
Supporters said the measure responds to a recent court ruling and narrows the circumstances in which a jury may be requested. Representative Woodrow moved the bill on third reading; Representative Woodrow and other sponsors later agreed to a third‑reading amendment that reduced a notice/service period from three days to two.
Why it matters: The bill clarifies whether the right to a…
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