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JDF 117

Order to Show Cause

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2023

This form is an official court order that tells a defendant they must explain why certain personal property should not be taken from them by the plaintiff. It sets a date and time for a hearing where this issue will be decided.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This form is used in a civil case, specifically when a plaintiff has filed a Verified Complaint in Replevin, which is a type of case about recovering personal property.

Prepared by the court or clerk.

Common questions

Who receives this order?
This order is directed to the Defendant. The Plaintiff(s) are the ones who initiate the action.
What does the defendant need to do?
The Defendant must show cause, which means they must explain to the court why the personal property listed in the complaint should not be taken by the Plaintiff(s).
What happens if the defendant does not show up or respond?
If the Defendant fails to appear at the hearing or fails to file a written response, the Plaintiff(s) might ask the Court for an order allowing the Sheriff to take the property.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect July 1, 2023.

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