Colorado Statutes
§ 19-1-201 — Legislative intent
(1)(a) The general assembly hereby finds and
declares that quality representation for children requires legal expertise and
thorough case monitoring.
(b)The work of community volunteers has been proven to be effective in
addressing the needs of children. Partnerships between guardians ad litem and
community volunteers can enhance the quality of representation for children.
(c)The general assembly further finds and declares that the state should
promote volunteerism and the exercise of responsible citizenship to enable
members of local communities to become advocates for children.
(2)Therefore, the general assembly hereby authorizes the creation of
volunteer court-appointed special advocate (CASA) programs in order to enhance
the quality of representation of children.
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Legislative History
Source: L. 96: Entire part added, p. 1090, � 4, effective May 23. L. 2003: (2)
amended, p. 754, � 5, effective March 25.
Nearby Sections
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§ 19-1-101
Short title§ 19-1-102
Legislative declaration§ 19-1-103
Definitions§ 19-1-104
Jurisdiction§ 19-1-105
Right to counsel and jury trial§ 19-1-106
Hearings - procedure - record§ 19-1-107
Social study and other reports§ 19-1-108
Magistrates - qualifications - duties§ 19-1-111
Appointment of guardian ad litem§ 19-1-111.5
Court-appointed special advocate§ 19-1-113
Emergency protection orders§ 19-1-114
Order of protection