Colorado Code
Part 1 - Simplified Procedures in the County Court
§ 16-2-104. Issuance of Summons and Complaint

[ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective until March 1, 2022. ] A summons and complaint may be issued by any peace officer for an offense constituting a misdemeanor or a petty offense committed in his presence or, if not committed in his presence, which he has probable cause to believe was committed and probable cause to believe was committed by the person charged. Except for penalty assessment notices, which shall be handled according to the procedures set forth in section 16-2-201, a copy of a summons and complaint so issued shall be filed immediately with the county court before which appearance is required, and a second copy shall be given to the district attorney or deputy district attorney for the county.

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