New Colorado laws that strengthen protections for victims of domestic violence will soon take effect

New Colorado laws that strengthen protections for victims of domestic violence will soon take effect

Two new laws aimed at strengthening protections for victims of domestic violence will take effect in Colorado on Aug. 6. One of the laws, HB25-1168, improves housing security for those experiencing domestic violence, while the other law, SB25-116, ensures that courts consider domestic violence and abuse history during divorce and spousal support proceedings. Under existing Colorado law, a tenant cannot be found guilty of unlawfully residing in a…