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CO HB1015
Bill
Status
3/31/2025
Primary Sponsor
Javier Mabrey
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AI Summary
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Requires all Colorado jails to establish online bond posting systems by October 1, 2025, with sheriffs posting instructions on their websites for how to post bond online
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Mandates that all bonds postable in person must also be postable online, with the same rights applying to online payers including receiving bond paperwork and next court date information
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Caps fees at a $10 bond processing fee plus a maximum 3.5% credit card processing fee for online payments; prohibits additional transaction fees or kiosk fees
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Clarifies that the six-hour release timeline begins when payment is submitted online or a power of attorney is electronically filed, same as in-person posting
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Explicitly allows credit card payments for online bond posting and extends existing protections to online transactions, including that defendants must be released regardless of unpaid fees
Legislative Description
Ability to Pay Bond Online Clarifications
Courts & Judicial
Last Action
Governor Signed
3/31/2025