Peo v. Hunnicutt - Colorado Court of Appeals Affirmation

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the judgment of conviction for Jerald Blaine Hunnicutt on charges of second-degree assault and false imprisonment. The court's decision, issued on February 26, 2026, upholds the lower court's ruling in docket number 23CA1307.

People v. Graciano - Criminal Conviction Appeal

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the felony menacing conviction of Ricardo Graciano. The court addressed multiple arguments raised by the defendant regarding alleged trial errors, including issues related to custodial interrogation, juror hearing impairment, burden of proof, evidence admission, and jury instructions.

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.

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The Colorado Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in Commonwealth v. Northcreek, docket number 25CA0035.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.

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.

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.

Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion on Parental Rights Termination

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment terminating the parent-child legal relationship between a mother and her child. The mother appealed, citing due process concerns regarding undisclosed information about a prior non-court-involved case. The court found no error in the 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.

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.

Jefferson v. Colo Dept of Healthcare - Appeal of Dismissal

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the dismissal of a complaint filed by Demetrius Lamont Jefferson against the Colorado Department of Healthcare Policy and Financing (HCPF). Jefferson, a former Medicaid transportation provider, failed to exhaust administrative remedies for unpaid claims before filing suit.