HCR 1001 Summary

• Creates an Independent Judicial Discipline Adjudicative Board with 12 members (4 district judges, 4 attorneys, 4 citizens) to conduct formal disciplinary hearings for judges and justices

• Establishes a three-person panel from the Adjudicative Board to hear formal discipline cases, replacing the previous master-based system

• Sets specific standards of review for appeals: de novo review of legal matters, clear error review for factual determinations, and abuse of discretion review for sanctions

• Creates a special tribunal of seven judges from the Court of Appeals and district courts to hear appeals when Colorado Supreme Court justices are involved or have conflicts, eliminating Supreme Court review in those cases

• Clarifies confidentiality rules: proceedings remain confidential until formal discipline is initiated, but allows limited disclosures to victims, court administrators, and nominating commissions for specific purposes

• Requires voter approval at the November 5, 2024 election with at least 55 percent voting "Yes/For" for the amendment to take effect