HB 22-1169 Summary

• Amends Colorado Revised Statutes 18-3-402 to redefine sexual assault by replacing the "submission by means of sufficient consequence" standard with a consent-based standard.

• Changes the element of sexual assault to require that an actor "causes sexual intrusion or sexual penetration knowing the victim does not consent" instead of using coercion or force to compel submission.

• Applies to offenses committed on or after July 1, 2022.

• Declares the act necessary for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, or safety.