There is a newer version
of
this Section
2020 Colorado Revised Statutes
Title 18 - Criminal Code
Article 1. Provisions Applicable to Offenses Generally
Section 18-1-1101. Definitions.
Universal Citation: CO Rev Stat § 18-1-1101 (2020)
As used in this part 11, unless the context otherwise requires:
"Disposed of" means evidence is destroyed, thrown away, or returned to the owner orhis or her designee.
"DNA" means deoxyribonucleic acid.
"DNA evidence" means all evidence collected by law enforcement in a criminal investigation, which evidence may be reasonably believed to contain DNA that is relevant to a disputed issue in the investigation and prosecution of the case.
"DNA profile" means an identifier obtained as a result of a specific DNA analysis.
Source: L. 2009: Entire part R&RE, (HB 09-1121), ch. 20, p. 97, § 1, effective March 18.
Editor's note: This section is similar to former § 18-1-1101 as it existed prior to 2009.
Disclaimer: These codes may not be the most recent version. Colorado may have more current or accurate information. We make no warranties or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained on this site or the information linked to on the state site. Please check official sources.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google
Privacy Policy and
Terms of Service apply.
