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- What is the Colorado Court of Appeals?
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Overview Information
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The Colorado Court of Appeals is usually the first court of appeals for decisions from the district courts, Denver Probate Court, and Denver Juvenile Court. The Court of Appeals also reviews decisions of several state government agencies. Its order or ruling on an appeal is final unless the Colorado Supreme Court agrees to review the appeal.
Visit the Court of Appeals website for forms and information if you are preparing to submit an appeal to this cour
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What cases are appealed to the Court of Appeals?
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Family Matters*
District Civil Lawsuits
Probate
Felony Criminal
Some agency decisions
*Note – Some final decisions by a Magistate must have a local review before going to the Court of Appeals
Visit the Court of Appeals website for forms and information if you are preparing to submit an appeal to this court
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What cases are appealed to a District Court?
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Traffic
Most Evictions
Small Claims
County Civil Lawsuits
City Court Decisions
Misdemeanor Criminal
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Where can I get help with my appeal?
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For procedural questions: appeals.selfhelp@judicial.state.co.us
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Overview Information
- Felony Criminal Appeals
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Overview Instructions
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JDF 665 - Appeal Quick Guide
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Step by Step Forms
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Step 1 – Give Notice
JDF 672 - Notice of Appeal | Instructions
Step 2 – Transcripts
CAR 8CR - Designation of Transcripts | Instructions
JDF 4 - Transcript Request Form
JDF 673 - Motion for State Paid Transcripts
Step 3 – District Court Sends Case File
JDF 674 - Record on Appeal Instructions
CAR 9CR - Motion to Add to the Record (As Needed)
Step 4 – Arguments for the Appeal
JDF 675 - Opening Brief | Instructions | Sample
Step 5 – Response to Government's Argument
JDF 676 - Reply Brief | Instructions
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General Use Forms
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JDF 666 - Motion for More Time to File
JDF 667 - Flexible Caption
JDF 668 - General Motion
JDF 669 - Notice of Contact Information Change
JDF 670 - Response to a Court's Order
JDF 671 - Certificate of Service
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Overview Instructions
- Family Matter & Civil Appeals
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Overview Instructions
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JDF 647 M - Process Map
JDF 647 QG - Quick Guide
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Step by Step Forms
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Step 1 – Give Notice
JDF 647 - Notice of Appeal | Instructions
Step 2 – Transcripts
JDF 648 - Designation of Transcripts | Instructions
JDF 4 - Transcript Request Form
Step 3 – District Court Sends Case File
JDF 123 - Record on Appeal Instructions
CAR 9CV - Motion to Add to the Record (as needed)
Step 4 – Argument for the Appeal
COA CV13 - Opening Brief | Instructions | Sample
Step 5 – Response to the Appeal
COA CV14 - Answer Brief | Instructions | Sample
Step 6 – Reply to the Response (optional)
COA CV15 - Reply Brief | Instructions
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Overview Instructions