CO HB1101

Establishes victim-survivor right to participate in restorative justice practices in criminal and juvenile cases, including the ability to request it as an alternative to or in addition to prosecution

Requires law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies to inform victim-survivors of their restorative justice rights using standardized forms developed by the state restorative justice council by December 31, 2024

Mandates that participation is voluntary for all parties and confidential, with victim-survivors retaining the right to accept, decline, or change their participation decision at any stage

Requires specialized training and co-facilitators for restorative justice involving domestic violence or sexual assault cases, with one facilitator having victim advocacy background and trauma-informed expertise

Creates funding through the offender services fund for restorative justice practices and establishes victim-offender dialogue programs in the department of corrections, including an accountability letter bank for inmates