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CO SB013

Bill

Status

Enrolled

3/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Nick Hinrichsen

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes "cohabitation" as an act that can constitute bigamy under Colorado law, leaving only marriage or entering a civil union while already married/in a civil union as criminal conduct

  • Repeals the statutory definition of "cohabitation" (living together under the representation of being married) from section 18-6-203

  • Applies to both married persons and those in civil unions who subsequently form relationships with others

  • Effective date of August 12, 2026, assuming the legislature adjourns on May 13, 2026, subject to potential referendum

Legislative Description

Exclude Cohabitation from Elements of Bigamy

Crimes, Corrections, & Enforcement

Last Action

Senate Considered House Amendments - Result was to Concur - Repass

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2026
Judiciary1/14/2026

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