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Instructions for Obtaining an Extreme Risk Protection Order

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective July 1, 2026

This form provides instructions for getting an Extreme Risk Protection Order. It explains who can ask for this order and what steps are needed to file the paperwork with the court.

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Where this fits in a case

Judgment

Stage: Judgment

This guide is used when someone needs to request an Extreme Risk Protection Order, which is a court order related to safety risks involving firearms.

Either party may file.

Common questions

What is this form for?
This form is a guide that gives instructions on how to get an Extreme Risk Protection Order. It does not give legal advice about your specific case.
Are there filing fees for this process?
The instructions state that there are no filing fees or other fees assessed for this process.
What happens after a Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Order is granted?
If a Temporary Extreme Risk Protection Order is granted, a hearing for the full Extreme Risk Protection Order will be set in 14 days.

Revision history

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

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