CO Court of Appeals Opinions

People v. Warmker - Colorado Court of Appeals Affirmation

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Gary Lynn Warmker for sexual assault on a child. The court also remanded the case to correct the mittimus to accurately reflect the jury's verdict. The decision was announced on February 26, 2026.

People v. Parks - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's denial of postconviction relief for Timothy Scott Parks. The decision addresses the application of the U.S. Supreme Court's Erlinger v. United States ruling to state habitual criminal statutes, specifically regarding the right to a jury trial for habitual criminal counts.

Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion on Child Dependency and Neglect

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a juvenile court's judgment revoking a mother's deferred adjudication and adjudicating her child dependent and neglected. The court found the mother had not fully complied with her treatment plan, which included substance abuse treatment and mental health services.

Peo v. Marceleno - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Danny Marceleno for possession of contraband in the second degree. The court found sufficient evidence despite the substance on his person not being chemically tested, as other substances were confirmed as methamphetamine.

Waite v. Credit Service - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's dismissal of claims against Credit Service Company, Inc. (CSC) concerning the assignment of medical debt. The court remanded the case with directions, indicating potential new interpretations of debt collection practices under state law.

Commonwealth v. Northcreek - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. Northcreek, docket number 25CA0035. The court affirmed in part and reversed in part the trial court's order regarding attorney fees and costs.

Colorado Court of Appeals Reverses SMG Dependency Case

The Colorado Court of Appeals reversed and remanded a dependency and neglect case concerning a child identified as S.M.G. The appellate court found that the juvenile court erred in admitting certain exhibits, leading to the reversal of the adjudication and dispositional order. The case is remanded for further proceedings.

Abrams v. Khattak - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's summary judgment in favor of Abrams & Associates, LLC. The case involved a dispute over legal fees owed under a contract, with the plaintiff arguing the contract was unenforceable due to the dissolution of a predecessor entity. The court found the claim for breach of contract valid.

People in Interest of ND - Involuntary Medication Administration

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a district court order authorizing the involuntary administration of medications to an individual committed to a mental health hospital. The court found sufficient evidence supported the necessity of treatment to prevent significant and likely long-term deterioration.

People v. Mize - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of William Ray Mize for multiple sexual assault and related offenses. The court addressed Mize's argument regarding the admissibility of testimony from a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner.