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JDF 599

Complaint for Judicial Review (DMV Appeal)

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective May 1, 2024

This form is used to start a lawsuit asking a court to review a decision made by the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV). It asks the court to look at the DMV's decision and consider certain documents related to that decision.

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Where this fits in a case

Appeal

Stage: Appeal

This form is used when someone wants to challenge a decision made by the DMV. The form notes that the complaint must be filed within 35 days of the DMV's decision.

Usually filed by the person starting the case.

Common questions

Who files this form?
The person who is filing the review, listed as the Plaintiff, files this form.
What must I include when I file this?
The form asks for the DMV's record, which should include things like hearing transcripts and copies of all papers presented.
Is there a deadline for filing?
The form states that the Complaint must be filed within 35 days of the DMV’s decision.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect May 1, 2024.

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