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Application for Collateral Relief

Colorado · Colorado Judicial Branch · Effective September 1, 2026

This form is used to ask the court for relief from certain consequences that might result from a conviction or adjudication. It asks the applicant to provide personal details and explain what specific consequences they are seeking relief from.

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This form is used in criminal matters when an individual is seeking relief from collateral consequences related to a conviction or adjudication.

Either party may file.

Common questions

Who fills out this form?
The form is filled out by the applicant who is requesting the relief from collateral consequences.
What kind of consequences does this form deal with?
It deals with collateral consequences, which are noted as not including things like jail time, probation, or fines.
Does this form require attachments?
Yes, the form requires the applicant to attach a recent copy of a Colorado Bureau of Investigation fingerprint-based criminal history records check.

Revision history

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

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