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Wrongful Conviction Attorneys in Colorado

Wrongful conviction attorneys fight to overturn convictions where an innocent person was found guilty due to police or prosecutorial misconduct, fabricated evidence, unreliable testimony, or other failures of the justice system. These attorneys not only work to free innocent people but also pursue compensation for the years stolen from them — including cases where someone has already served their sentence and is fighting to clear their name.

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State Filing Deadlines & Legal Limits

For general reference only — not legal advice. Deadlines may vary based on facts and should be verified with an attorney.

Civil Rights & Personal Injury2 years

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 13-80-102(1)(a)

Federal § 1983 civil rights claims borrow the state personal injury statute of limitations.

Notice of Claim Against Government182 days

Colo. Rev. Stat. § 24-10-109

Notice of claim required within 182 days under the Colorado Governmental Immunity Act (CGIA). Failure to file is jurisdictional.

Qualified ImmunityAbolished (State Claims)

Law Enforcement Integrity Act (SB 217, 2020)Colo. Rev. Stat. § 13-21-131

Colorado abolished qualified immunity for state-level civil rights claims. Law enforcement officers may be held personally liable for constitutional violations under state law without the QI defense.