Colorado Code
Title 42 - Vehicles and Traffic

§ 42-1-203. Executive Director to Cooperate With Others - Local Compliance Required - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2106,...

§ 42-1-204. Uniform Rules and Regulations - The executive director of the department has the power to...

§ 42-1-205. Record of Official Acts - Seal - The executive director of the department shall keep a record...

§ 42-1-206. Records Open to Inspection - Furnishing of Copies - Rules - (I) Ten cents of each fee collected by the authorized...

§ 42-1-207. No Supplies for Private Purposes - Penalty - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-1-208. Information on Accidents - Published - The department shall receive accident reports required to be made...

§ 42-1-210. Authorized Agents - Legislative Declaration - Fee - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2108,...

§ 42-1-211. Driver's License, Record, Identification, and Vehicle Enterprise Solution - (1.5) and (1.7) Repealed. (I) Six authorized agents appointed by...

§ 42-1-213. Commission of Authorized Agents - Authorized agents may retain fifty cents out of the money...

§ 42-1-214. Duties of Authorized Agents - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2111,...

§ 42-1-215. Oaths - The executive director of the department, the deputy director of...

§ 42-1-216. Destruction of Obsolete Records - The department is empowered to destroy or otherwise dispose of...

§ 42-1-217. Disposition of Fines and Surcharges - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2112,...

§ 42-1-218.5. Electronic Hearings - Source: L. 2001: Entire section added, p. 552, § 2,...

§ 42-1-219. Appropriations for Administration of Title - The general assembly shall make appropriations for the expenses of...

§ 42-1-222. Motor Vehicle Investigations Unit - The department shall establish a motor vehicle investigations unit to...

§ 42-1-224. Criminal History Check - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1011), ch. 110,...

§ 42-1-225. Commercial Vehicle Enterprise Tax Fund - Creation - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1285), ch. 423,...

§ 42-1-226. Disabled Parking Education and Enforcement Fund - Created - There is hereby created in the state treasury the disabled...

§ 42-1-228. Revocation Hearings - Right of Driver to Challenge Validity of Initial Traffic Stop - In any administrative proceeding for a revocation of a driver's...

§ 42-1-230. Exceptions Processing - Rules - Beginning September 1, 2014, the department of revenue shall provide...

§ 42-1-231. Kiosk Program - Source: L. 2016: Entire section added, (SB 16-138), ch. 162,...

§ 42-1-232. Third-Party Vin Inspection Program - Rules - Definitions - Source: L. 2017: Entire section added, (HB 17-1105), ch. 44,...

§ 42-1-233. Expedited Registration Program - Private Vendor Providing Services to Register Class a Commercial Vehicles - Rules - Source: L. 2018: Entire section added, (HB 18-1042), ch. 375,...

§ 42-1-234. Electronic Vehicle Registration and Titling - Electronic Transmission of Vehicle Lien Information - Authority - Rules - Electronic Transactions Fund - Gifts, Grants, and Donations - Repeal - Source: L. 2018: Entire section added with relocations, (HB 18-1299),...

§ 42-1-235. Electronic Records, Documents, and Signatures - A record covered by article 3 of this title 42,...

Article 2 - Drivers' Licenses

Part 1 - Drivers' Licenses

§ 42-2-101. Licenses for Drivers Required - Penalty - Definition - (10) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (10) is...

§ 42-2-102. Persons Exempt From License - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2115,...

§ 42-2-103. Motorcycles - Low-Power Scooters - Driver's License Required - (2.5) An operator of an autocycle shall possess a valid...

§ 42-2-104. Licenses Issued - Denied - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2116,...

§ 42-2-105. Special Restrictions on Certain Drivers - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2117,...

§ 42-2-105.5. Restrictions on Minor Drivers Under Eighteen Years of Age - Penalties - Legislative Declaration - Source: L. 99: Entire section added, p. 1379, § 3,...

§ 42-2-106. Instruction Permits and Temporary Licenses - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2118,...

§ 42-2-107. Application for License or Instruction Permit - Anatomical Gifts - Donations to Emily Keyes - John W. Buckner Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Fund - Legislative Declaration - Rules - Annual Report - Repeal - (A) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2)(b)(I)(A) is...

§ 42-2-108. Application of Minors - Rules - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2119,...

§ 42-2-109. Release From Liability - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2120,...

§ 42-2-110. Revocation Upon Death of Signer for Minor - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2120,...

§ 42-2-111. Examination of Applicants and Drivers - When Required - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2121,...

§ 42-2-112. Medical Advice - Use by Department - Provider Immunity - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2122,...

§ 42-2-113. License Examiners Appointed - The department may appoint license examiners for any county in...

§ 42-2-114. License Issued - Voluntary Disability Identifier Symbol - Fees - Rules - Report - Definitions - (b) (I) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(b)(I)...

§ 42-2-114.5. Licensing Services Cash Fund - Fee Setting Procedures - Rules - Source: L. 2007: Entire section added, p. 1570, § 1,...

§ 42-2-115. License, Permit, or Identification Card to Be Exhibited on Demand - Penalty - (2) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2) is...

§ 42-2-116. Restricted License - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2124,...

§ 42-2-117. Duplicate Permits and Minor Licenses - Replacement Licenses - (1.5) Upon furnishing satisfactory proof to the department that a...

§ 42-2-118. Renewal of License in Person, by Mail, or Electronically - Donations to Emily Keyes - John W. Buckner Organ and Tissue Donation Awareness Fund - Rules - Report - Repeal - (1) (a) (I) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection...

§ 42-2-118.1. Driver Restoration and Payment Incentive Program - [ Editor's note: This section is effective January 1, 2022....

§ 42-2-119. Notices - Change of Address or Name - (2.5) Repealed. Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations,...

§ 42-2-120. Methods of Service - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2127,...

§ 42-2-121. Records to Be Kept by Department - Admission of Records in Court - (III.5) The certificate and cover page and its contents required...

§ 42-2-121.5. Emergency Contact Information - Website Form - License Application - Driver's License Database - Source: L. 2008: Entire section added, p. 1519, § 1,...

§ 42-2-122. Department May Cancel License - Limited License for Physical or Mental Limitations - Rules - (c) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(c) is...

§ 42-2-123. Suspending Privileges of Nonresidents and Reporting Convictions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2131,...

§ 42-2-124. When Court to Report Convictions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2131,...

§ 42-2-125. Mandatory Revocation of License and Permit - (2.4) After the expiration of the period of revocation pursuant...

§ 42-2-126. Revocation of License Based on Administrative Determination - (a) The motor vehicle was driven in an alcohol-related driving...

§ 42-2-126.5. Revocation of License Based on Administrative Actions Taken Under Tribal Law - Repeal - Source: L. 2001: Entire section added, p. 320, § 1,...

§ 42-2-127. Authority to Suspend License - to Deny License - Type of Conviction - Points - (5.7) Notwithstanding any other provision of the statutes to the...

§ 42-2-127.5. Authority to Suspend License - Violation of Child Support Order - (4) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (4) is...

§ 42-2-127.6. Authority to Suspend License - Providing Alcohol to an Underage Person - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-2-127.7. Authority to Suspend Driver's License - Uninsured Motorists - Legislative Declaration - Source: L. 97: Entire section added, p. 1452, § 9,...

§ 42-2-127.9. Authority to Suspend Driver's License - Leaving the Scene of an Accident - Source: L. 2017: Entire section added, (HB 17-1277), ch. 337,...

§ 42-2-128. Vehicular Homicide - Revocation of License - The department shall revoke the driver's license of any person...

§ 42-2-129. Mandatory Surrender of License or Permit for Driving Under the Influence or With Excessive Alcoholic Content - Upon a plea of guilty or nolo contendere, or a...

§ 42-2-130. Mandatory Surrender of License or Permit for Drug Convictions. (repealed.) - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2151,...

§ 42-2-131. Revocation of License or Permit for Failing to Comply With a Court Order Relating to Nondriving Alcohol Convictions - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-2-132. Period of Suspension or Revocation - (b) The department shall transmit the fee collected pursuant to...

§ 42-2-132.5. Mandatory and Voluntary Restricted Licenses Following Alcohol Convictions - Rules - (II) Before being eligible for early reinstatement with an interlock-restricted...

§ 42-2-133. Surrender and Return of License - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2153,...

§ 42-2-134. Foreign License Invalid During Suspension - No resident or nonresident whose driver's license or right or...

§ 42-2-135. Right to Appeal - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2154,...

§ 42-2-136. Unlawful Possession or Use of License - (5.5) No person shall photograph, photostat, duplicate, or in any...

§ 42-2-137. False Affidavit - Penalty - Any person who makes any false affidavit or knowingly swears...

§ 42-2-138. Driving Under Restraint - Penalty - Definitions - (1) (a) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(a)...

§ 42-2-139. Permitting Unauthorized Minor to Drive - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2157,...

§ 42-2-140. Permitting Unauthorized Person to Drive - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2157,...

§ 42-2-141. Renting or Loaning a Motor Vehicle to Another - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2157,...

§ 42-2-142. Violation - Penalty - Any person who violates any provision of this part 1...

§ 42-2-143. Legislative Declaration - The general assembly declares that the provisions of this article...

§ 42-2-144. Reporting by Certified Level Ii Alcohol and Drug Education and Treatment Program Providers - Notice of Administrative Remedies Against a Driver's License - Rules - Source: L. 2001: Entire section added, p. 788, § 7,...

Part 2 - Habitual Offenders

§ 42-2-201. Legislative Declaration Concerning Habitual Offenders of Motor Vehicle Laws - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2158,...

§ 42-2-202. Habitual Offenders - Frequency and Type of Violations - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2158,...

§ 42-2-203. Authority to Revoke License of Habitual Offender - The department shall immediately revoke the license of any person...

§ 42-2-204. Appeals - An appeal may be taken from any action entered under...

§ 42-2-205. Prohibition - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2160,...

§ 42-2-206. Driving After Revocation Prohibited - (II) Notwithstanding the provisions of section 18-1.3-501, C.R.S., any person...

§ 42-2-207. No Existing Law Modified - Nothing in this part 2 shall be construed as amending,...

§ 42-2-208. Computation of Number of Convictions - With respect to persons charged as habitual offenders, in computing...

Part 3 - Identification Cards

§ 42-2-301. Definitions - As used in this part 3, unless the context otherwise...

§ 42-2-302. Department May or Shall Issue - Limitations - Rules - (A) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(b)(I)(A) is...

§ 42-2-303. Contents of Identification Card - Disability Identifier Symbol - Rules - Definition - (b) (I) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(b)(I)...

§ 42-2-304. Validity of Identification Card - Rules - (1.8) Repealed. Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations,...

§ 42-2-304.5. Cancellation or Denial of Identification Card - Failure to Register Vehicles in Colorado - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-2-305. Lost, Stolen, or Destroyed Cards - If an identification card is lost, destroyed, or mutilated or...

§ 42-2-306. Fees - Disposition - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2162,...

§ 42-2-307. Change of Address - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-2-307. Change of Address - Penalty - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-2-308. No Liability on Public Entity - No public entity shall be liable for any loss or...

§ 42-2-309. Unlawful Acts - (b) A person who violates subsection (1)(b), (1)(c), (1)(d), (1)(f),...

§ 42-2-310. Violation - [ Editor's note: This version of this section is effective...

§ 42-2-313. Department Consult With Counties on County Jail Identification Processing Unit - The department shall meet with representatives of Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder,...

Part 4 - Commercial Drivers' Licenses

§ 42-2-401. Short Title - This part 4 shall be known and may be cited...

§ 42-2-402. Definitions - As used in this part 4, unless the context otherwise...

§ 42-2-403. Department Authority - Rules - Federal Requirements - (2.5) Any application for the issuance or renewal of a...

§ 42-2-404. Commercial Driver's License - Limitations - Rules - (3) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3) is...

§ 42-2-405. Driver's License Disciplinary Actions - Grounds for Denial - Suspension - Revocation - Disqualification - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2165,...

§ 42-2-405.5. Violations of Out-of-Service Order - Source: L. 2006: Entire section added, p. 261, § 4,...

§ 42-2-406. Fees - Rules - Source: L. 94: (1) and (1.5) amended, p. 539, §...

§ 42-2-407. Licensing of Testing Units and Driving Testers - Hearings - Regulations - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2168,...

§ 42-2-408. Unlawful Acts - Penalty - (2) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2) is...

§ 42-2-409. Unlawful Possession or Use of a Commercial Driver's License - (2) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2) is...

Part 5 - Colorado Road and Community Safety Act

§ 42-2-501. Short Title - This part 5 may be known and cited as the...

§ 42-2-502. Legislative Declaration - The purpose of this part 5 is to authorize an...

§ 42-2-503. Definitions - As used in this part 5, unless the context otherwise...

§ 42-2-504. Applicability - Source: L. 2013: Entire part added, (SB 13-251), ch. 402,...

§ 42-2-505. Identification Documents - Individuals Not Lawfully Present - Rules - (2) Document contents. (a) [ Editor's note: This version of...

§ 42-2-506. Identification Documents - Individuals Temporarily Lawfully Present - Source: L. 2013: Entire part added, (SB 13-251), ch. 402,...

§ 42-2-507. Taxpayer Identification Number - Confidentiality - The department shall keep the applicant's individual taxpayer identification number...

§ 42-2-508. Fees - Operations - Rule - Source: L. 2013: Entire part added, (SB 13-251), ch. 402,...

§ 42-2-509. Renewal - Duplicate - Replacement - Rules - Source: L. 2013: Entire part added, (SB 13-251), ch. 402,...

§ 42-2-510. Peace Officers - Arrest Authority - An immigration status violation is a federal offense. A peace...

§ 42-2-511. Driving Test - Third-Party Option - Definition - Source: L. 2016: Entire section added, (HB 16-1415), ch. 139,...

Part 6 - Commercial Driving Schools

§ 42-2-601. Definitions - As used in this part 6, unless the context otherwise...

§ 42-2-602. Equipment of Vehicles - Source: L. 2017: Entire part added with relocations, (SB 17-224),...

§ 42-2-603. Rules - Source: L. 2017: Entire part added with relocations, (SB 17-224),...

§ 42-2-604. Violations - Penalty - Any person who violates any of the provisions of this...

Article 3 - Registration, Taxation, and License Plates

Part 1 - Registration and Taxation

§ 42-3-101. Legislative Declaration - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1071,...

§ 42-3-102. Periodic Registration - Rules - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1072,...

§ 42-3-103. Registration Required - Exemptions - Repeal - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1073,...

§ 42-3-104. Exemptions - Specific Ownership Tax - Registration - Domicile and Residency - Rules - Definitions - (3) [ Editor's note: This version of the introductory portion...

§ 42-3-105. Application for Registration - Tax - Definitions - (I.5) The department shall not require a physical inspection as...

§ 42-3-106. Tax Imposed - Classification - Taxable Value - (e) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2)(e) is...

§ 42-3-107. Taxable Value of Classes of Property - Rate of Tax - When and Where Payable - Department Duties - Apportionment of Tax Collections - Definitions - Rules - Repeal - (I.5) (A) The taxable value of every item of Class...

§ 42-3-108. Determination of Year Model - Tax Lists - All vehicles of the current year model, as designated by...

§ 42-3-109. Tax for Registration Period - Except as provided in sections 42-3-110, 42-3-304 (10), and 42-4-305...

§ 42-3-110. Payment of Motor Vehicle Registration Fees and Specific Ownership Taxes in Installments - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1093,...

§ 42-3-111. Tax Year - Disposition - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1094,...

§ 42-3-112. Failure to Pay Tax - Penalty - Rules - (1.7) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (1) of this section,...

§ 42-3-113. Records of Application and Registration - Disability of a Driver - Rules - Definitions - (2.5) Notwithstanding subsection (2) of this section, the department shall...

§ 42-3-114. Expiration - Every vehicle registration under this article shall expire on the...

§ 42-3-115. Registration Upon Transfer - Source: L. 2005: (2) amended, p. 800, § 1, effective...

§ 42-3-116. Manufacturers or Dealers - Fees - Rules - Definition - (d) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (7)(d) is...

§ 42-3-117. Nonresidents - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1101,...

§ 42-3-118. Registration Suspended Upon Theft - Recovery - Rules - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1102,...

§ 42-3-119. No Application for Registration Granted - When - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1102,...

§ 42-3-120. Department May Cancel or Deny Registration - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1102,...

§ 42-3-121. Violation of Registration Provisions - Penalty - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1102,...

§ 42-3-122. Perjury on a Motor Vehicle Registration Application - (2) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2) is...

§ 42-3-123. Dishonored Payment - Recovery of Taxes, Fees, and Plates - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1104,...

§ 42-3-124. Violation - Penalty - A person who violates a provision of this article for...

§ 42-3-125. Fleet Operators - Registration Period Certificates - Multi-Year Registrations - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1105,...

§ 42-3-126. Notice - Primary Body Color - Source: L. 2005: Entire section added, p. 650, § 23,...

§ 42-3-127. Sale of Special Mobile Machinery - A person who sells special mobile machinery in the ordinary...

Part 2 - License Plates

§ 42-3-201. Number Plates Furnished - Style - Periodic Reissuance - Tabs - Rules - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1106,...

§ 42-3-202. Number Plates Furnished to Be Attached - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1108,...

§ 42-3-203. Standardized Plates - Notice of Funding Through Gifts, Grants, and Donations - Rules - Repeal - Source: L. 2005: (3)(b) amended, p. 145, § 20, effective...

§ 42-3-205. Substitute Plates - Waiting Period for Reissuance of Identical Combination of Numbers and Letters - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1112,...

§ 42-3-206. Remanufacture of Certain License Plates - Persons who have been approved to be issued a license...

§ 42-3-206.5. Issuance of Plates in a Retired Style Authorized - Additional Fee - Rules - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (SB 21-069), ch. 419,...

§ 42-3-207. Special Plates - Rules - New Plates - Retirement - Source: L. 2005: (4) amended, p. 145, § 19, effective...

§ 42-3-208. Special Plates - Qualifications for Issuance of Special License Plates - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1113,...

§ 42-3-209. Legislative License Plates - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1114,...

§ 42-3-210. Radio and Television License Plates - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1115,...

§ 42-3-211. Issuance of Personalized Plates Authorized - Source: L. 2005: (9) amended, p. 143, § 10, effective...

§ 42-3-212. Issuance of Optional Plates Authorized - Retirement - Source: L. 2005: (4)(a) amended, p. 143, § 11, effective...

§ 42-3-213. License Plates - Military Veterans - Rules - Retirement - (VII) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(a)(VII) is...

§ 42-3-214. Special Plates - Alumni Associations - Retirement - Source: L. 2005: (4) amended, p. 144, § 13, effective...

§ 42-3-217. Special Plates - Colorado Commission of Indian Affairs - Source: L. 2005: (4) amended, p. 144, § 16, effective...

§ 42-3-217.5. Special Plates - Breast Cancer Awareness - Retirement - Source: L. 2005: Entire section added, p. 724, § 1,...

§ 42-3-218. Special Plates - Active and Retired Members of the Colorado National Guard - Retirement - Source: L. 2005: (4) amended, p. 145, § 17, effective...

§ 42-3-220. Temporary Special Event License Plates - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1133,...

§ 42-3-221. Special Plates - Denver Broncos - Source: L. 2006: Entire section added, p. 2037, § 1,...

§ 42-3-222. Special Plates - Support Public Education - Source: L. 2006: Entire section added, p. 1066, § 1,...

§ 42-3-223. Special Plates - Support the Troops - Retirement - Source: L. 2006: Entire section added, p. 1484, § 1,...

§ 42-3-224. Special Plates - Colorado "Kids First" - Source: L. 2006: Entire section added, p. 1622, § 1,...

§ 42-3-225. Special Plates - Italian-American Heritage - Source: L. 2007: Entire section added, p. 967, § 1,...

§ 42-3-226. Special Plates - Share the Road - Source: L. 2007: Entire section added, p. 2075, § 1,...

§ 42-3-227. Special Plates - Colorado Horse Development Authority - Source: L. 2008: Entire section added, p. 858, § 1,...

§ 42-3-228. Special Plates - Colorado Carbon Fund - Source: L. 2008: Entire section added, p. 995, § 1,...

§ 42-3-229. Special Plates - Boy Scouts - Source: L. 2008: Entire section added, p. 2271, § 2,...

§ 42-3-230. Special Plates - "Alive at Twenty-Five" - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (HB 09-1100), ch. 279,...

§ 42-3-231. Special Plates - Colorado Ski Country - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (SB 09-161), ch. 412,...

§ 42-3-232. Special Plates - Donate Life - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (HB 09-1347), ch. 357,...

§ 42-3-233. Special Plates - Colorado State Parks - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (SB 10-103), ch. 304,...

§ 42-3-234. Special Plates - Adopt a Shelter Pet - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1214), ch. 394,...

§ 42-3-235. Livery License Plates - Luxury Limousines - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1161), ch. 319,...

§ 42-3-235.5. Tow Truck License Plates - Conditions for Use - Transitional Provisions - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1327), ch. 217,...

§ 42-3-236. Taxicab License Plates - Taxicabs - Source: L. 2011: Entire section added, (HB 11-1234), ch. 142,...

§ 42-3-237. Special Plates - Girl Scouts - Source: L. 2011: Entire section added, (SB 11-197), ch. 291,...

§ 42-3-238. Special Plates - Juvenile Diabetes - Source: L. 2011: Entire section added, (HB 11-1166), ch. 276,...

§ 42-3-239. Special Plates - Colorado Avalanche or Denver Nuggets - Source: L. 2011: Entire section added, (HB 11-1316), ch. 192,...

§ 42-3-240. Special Plates - Craig Hospital - Source: L. 2011: Entire section added, (HB 11-1298), ch. 251,...

§ 42-3-241. Special Plates - Colorado Rockies - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1295), ch. 89,...

§ 42-3-242. Special Plates - Fallen Heroes - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1023), ch. 134,...

§ 42-3-243. Special Plates - Child Loss Awareness - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1131), ch. 146,...

§ 42-3-244. Special Plates - Flight for Life Colorado - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1302), ch. 215,...

§ 42-3-245. Special Plates - Wildlife Sporting - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1275), ch. 194,...

§ 42-3-246. Special Plates - "Protect Our Rivers" - Source: L. 2013: Entire section added, (SB 13-224), ch. 245,...

§ 42-3-247. Special Plates - Emergency Medical Services (Ems) - Source: L. 2014: Entire section added, (SB 14-036), ch. 334,...

§ 42-3-248. Special Plates - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (Als) - Source: L. 2015: Entire section added, (SB 15-229), ch. 293,...

§ 42-3-249. Special Plates - Rocky Mountain National Park - Source: L. 2015: Entire section added, (HB 15-1313), ch. 243,...

§ 42-3-250. Special Plates - Pueblo Chile License Plate - Source: L. 2017: Entire section added, (HB 17-1012), ch. 142,...

§ 42-3-251. Special Plates - Aviation License Plate - Source: L. 2017: Entire section added, (HB 17-1212), ch. 378,...

§ 42-3-252. Special Plates - Childhood Cancer Awareness Plate - Short Title - Source: L. 2018: Entire section added, (HB 18-1255), ch. 226,...

§ 42-3-253. Special Plates - Mesa Verde National Park - Source: L. 2019: Entire section added, (HB 19-1255), ch. 348,...

§ 42-3-254. Special Plates - Colorado Professional Fire Fighters - Definition - Source: L. 2019: Entire section added, (SB 19-167), ch. 221,...

§ 42-3-255. Special Plates - Support Foster Families - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1073), ch. 345,...

§ 42-3-256. Special Plates - Hospice and Palliative Care - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1128), ch. 321,...

§ 42-3-257. Special Plates - Support Pollinators - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1145), ch. 286,...

§ 42-3-258. Special Plates - Colorado Nurses - Definition - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1219), ch. 262,...

§ 42-3-259. Electric Vehicle License Plates - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1141), ch. 339,...

§ 42-3-260. Special Plates - Special Olympics Colorado - Short Title - Definition - Source: L. 2021: Entire section added, (HB 21-1323), ch. 336,...

Part 3 - Fees and Cash Funds

§ 42-3-301. License Plate Cash Fund - License Plate Fees - Source: L. 2005: (1) amended, p. 143, § 9, effective...

§ 42-3-302. Special Plate Fees - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1135,...

§ 42-3-303. Persistent Drunk Driver Cash Fund - Programs to Deter Persistent Drunk Drivers - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1135,...

§ 42-3-304. Registration Fees - Passenger-Mile Taxes - Clean Screen Fund - Pilot Program - Report - Rules - Definitions - (I) In addition to any other fee imposed by this...

§ 42-3-306. Registration Fees - Passenger and Passenger-Mile Taxes - Fee Schedule - Empty Weight Registration (Pounds) Range Fee 2,000 and under $...

§ 42-3-307. Enforcement Powers of Department - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1167,...

§ 42-3-308. Taxpayer Statements - Payment of Tax - Estimates - Penalties - Deposits - Delinquency Proceedings - (b) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3)(b) is...

§ 42-3-309. Permit to Be Secured - Records Kept - Penalties - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1168,...

§ 42-3-310. Additional Registration Fees - Apportionment of Fees - Source: L. 2005: Entire article amended with relocations, p. 1170,...

§ 42-3-311. Low-Power Scooter Registration - Fee - Source: L. 2005: (1) amended, p. 148, § 24, effective...

§ 42-3-312. Special License Plate Surcharge - In addition to any other fee imposed by this article...

§ 42-3-313. Fee for Long-Term or Permanent Registration - Trailers and Semitrailers - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (HB 12-1038), ch. 276,...

§ 42-3-314. Military Deployment - Source: L. 2014: Entire section added, (SB 14-075), ch. 264,...

Article 4 - Regulation of Vehicles and Traffic

Part 1 - Traffic Regulation - Generally

§ 42-4-101. Short Title - Parts 1 to 3, 5 to 19, and 21 of...

§ 42-4-102. Legislative Declaration - The general assembly recognizes the many conflicts which presently exist...

§ 42-4-103. Scope and Effect of Article - Exceptions to Provisions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2228,...

§ 42-4-104. Adoption of Traffic Control Manual - The department of transportation shall adopt a manual and specifications...

§ 42-4-105. Local Traffic Control Devices - Local authorities in their respective jurisdictions shall place and maintain...

§ 42-4-106. Who May Restrict Right to Use Highways - Definitions - Rules - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2229,...

§ 42-4-107. Obedience to Police Officers - No person shall willfully fail or refuse to comply with...

§ 42-4-108. Public Officers to Obey Provisions - Exceptions for Emergency Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2231,...

§ 42-4-109. Low-Power Scooters, Animals, Skis, Skates, and Toy Vehicles on Highways - (6.5) A person under the age of eighteen years may...

§ 42-4-109.5. Low-Speed Electric Vehicles - Source: L. 97: Entire section added, p. 394, § 7,...

§ 42-4-109.6. Class B Low-Speed Electric Vehicles - Effective Date - Rules - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (SB 09-075), ch. 418,...

§ 42-4-110. Provisions Uniform Throughout State - Legislative Declaration - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2233,...

§ 42-4-110.5. Automated Vehicle Identification Systems - Legislative Declaration - Definitions - (1.5) Except for the authorization contained in subsection (1.7) of...

§ 42-4-111. Powers of Local Authorities - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2235,...

§ 42-4-112. Noninterference With the Rights of Owners of Realty - Subject to the exception provided in section 42-4-103 (2), nothing...

§ 42-4-113. Appropriations for Administration of Article - The general assembly shall make appropriations from the highway users...

§ 42-4-114. Removal of Traffic Hazards - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2238,...

§ 42-4-116. Restrictions for Minor Drivers - Definitions - Source: L. 2005: Entire section added, p. 332, § 1,...

§ 42-4-117. Personal Mobility Devices - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (HB 09-1026), ch. 281,...

§ 42-4-118. Establishment of Wildlife Crossing Zones - Report - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1238), ch. 393,...

Part 2 - Equipment

§ 42-4-201. Obstruction of View or Driving Mechanism - Hazardous Situation - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2238,...

§ 42-4-202. Unsafe Vehicles - Penalty - Identification Plates - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2239,...

§ 42-4-203. Unsafe Vehicles - Spot Inspections - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2240,...

§ 42-4-204. When Lighted Lamps Are Required - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2242,...

§ 42-4-205. Head Lamps on Motor Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2242,...

§ 42-4-206. Tail Lamps and Reflectors - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2243,...

§ 42-4-207. Clearance and Identification - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2292,...

§ 42-4-208. Stop Lamps and Turn Signals - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2246,...

§ 42-4-209. Lamp or Flag on Projecting Load - Whenever the load upon any vehicle extends to the rear...

§ 42-4-210. Lamps on Parked Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2246,...

§ 42-4-211. Lamps on Farm Equipment and Other Vehicles and Equipment - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2247,...

§ 42-4-212. Spot Lamps and Auxiliary Lamps - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2249,...

§ 42-4-213. Audible and Visual Signals on Emergency Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2249,...

§ 42-4-214. Visual Signals on Service Vehicles - Rules - Definition - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2250,...

§ 42-4-215. Signal Lamps and Devices - Additional Lighting Equipment - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2251,...

§ 42-4-216. Multiple-Beam Road Lights - (1.5) Head lamps arranged to provide a single distribution of...

§ 42-4-217. Use of Multiple-Beam Lights - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2253,...

§ 42-4-218. Single-Beam Road-Lighting Equipment - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2253,...

§ 42-4-219. Number of Lamps Permitted - Whenever a motor vehicle equipped with head lamps as required...

§ 42-4-220. Low-Power Scooters - Lighting Equipment - Department Control - Use and Operation - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2254,...

§ 42-4-221. Bicycle, Electric Scooter, and Personal Mobility Device Equipment - (8.5) A local government may regulate the operation of an...

§ 42-4-222. Volunteer Firefighters - Volunteer Ambulance Attendants - Special Lights and Alarm Systems - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2257,...

§ 42-4-223. Brakes - (2.5) The department of public safety is specifically authorized to...

§ 42-4-224. Horns or Warning Devices - Definition - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2259,...

§ 42-4-225. Mufflers - Prevention of Noise - (1.5) Any commercial vehicle, as defined in section 42-4-235 (1)(a),...

§ 42-4-226. Mirrors - Exterior Placements - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2261,...

§ 42-4-227. Windows Unobstructed - Certain Materials Prohibited - Windshield Wiper Requirements - (b) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3)(b) is...

§ 42-4-228. Restrictions on Tire Equipment - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2262,...

§ 42-4-229. Safety Glazing Material in Motor Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2264,...

§ 42-4-230. Emergency Lighting Equipment - Who Must Carry - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2265,...

§ 42-4-231. Parking Lights - When lighted lamps are required by section 42-4-204, no vehicle...

§ 42-4-232. Minimum Safety Standards for Motorcycles and Low-Power Scooters - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2266,...

§ 42-4-233. Alteration of Suspension System - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2267,...

§ 42-4-234. Slow-Moving Vehicles - Display of Emblem - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2267,...

§ 42-4-235. Minimum Standards for Commercial Vehicles - Motor Carrier Safety Fund - Created - Definitions - Rules - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2267,...

§ 42-4-236. Child Restraint Systems Required - Definitions - Exemptions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2268,...

§ 42-4-237. Safety Belt Systems - Mandatory Use - Exemptions - Penalty - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2269,...

§ 42-4-238. Blue and Red Lights - Illegal Use or Possession - (3) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3) is...

§ 42-4-239. Misuse of a Wireless Telephone - Definitions - Penalty - Preemption - Source: L. 2005: Entire section added, p. 267, § 1,...

§ 42-4-240. Low-Speed Electric Vehicle Equipment Requirements - A low-speed electric vehicle shall conform with applicable federal manufacturing...

§ 42-4-241. Unlawful Removal of Tow-Truck Signage - Unlawful Usage of Tow-Truck Signage - Definition - (2) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (2) is...

§ 42-4-242. Automated Driving Systems - Safe Harbor - Source: L. 2017: Entire section added, (SB 17-213), ch. 277,...

Part 3 - Emissions Inspection

§ 42-4-301. Legislative Declarations - Enactment of Enhanced Emissions Program Not Waiver of State Right to Challenge Authority to Require Specific Loaded Mode Transient Dynamometer Technology in Automobile Emissions Testing - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2272,...

§ 42-4-302. Commencement of Basic Emissions Program - Authority of Commission - Notwithstanding the provisions of sections 42-4-301 to 42-4-316, if the...

§ 42-4-304. Definitions Relating to Motor Vehicle Inspection and Readjustment Program - As used in sections 42-4-301 to 42-4-316, unless the context...

§ 42-4-305. Powers and Duties of Executive Director - Automobile Inspection and Readjustment Program - Basic Emissions Program - Enhanced Emissions Program - Clean Screen Program - Rules - Source: L. 94: (6)(f), (7), and (10) amended, p. 2809,...

§ 42-4-306. Powers and Duties of Commission - Automobile Inspection and Readjustment Program - Basic Emissions Program - Enhanced Emissions Program - Clean Screen Program - Source: L. 94: (17)(f) amended, p. 1647, § 85, effective...

§ 42-4-307. Powers and Duties of the Department of Public Health and Environment - Division of Administration - Automobile Inspection and Readjustment Program - Basic Emissions Program - Enhanced Emissions Program - Clean Screen Program - Source: L. 94: (10), (11), and (12) amended, p. 2811,...

§ 42-4-307.5. Clean Screen Authority - Enterprise - Revenue Bonds - (I) The date of issuance of the bonds; (II) A...

§ 42-4-307.7. Vehicle Emissions Testing - Remote Sensing - Source: L. 2006: Entire section added, p. 1026, § 5,...

§ 42-4-308. Inspection and Readjustment Stations - Inspection-Only Facilities - Fleet Inspection Stations - Motor Vehicle Dealer Test Facilities - Contractor - Emissions Inspectors - Emissions Mechanics - Requirements - Source: L. 94: (4)(a) amended, p. 2812, § 586, effective...

§ 42-4-309. Vehicle Fleet Owners - Motor Vehicle Dealers - Authority to Conduct Inspections - Fleet Inspection Stations - Motor Vehicle Dealer Test Facilities - Contracts With Licensed Inspection-Only Entities - Source: L. 94: (1)(b) amended, p. 2812, § 587, effective...

§ 42-4-310. Periodic Emissions Control Inspection Required - Source: L. 94: (3)(a) amended, p. 2812, § 588, effective...

§ 42-4-311. Operation of Inspection and Readjustment Stations - Inspection-Only Facilities - Fleet Inspection Stations - Motor Vehicle Dealer Test Facilities - Enhanced Inspection Centers - Source: L. 94: (3)(b) amended, p. 2813, § 589, effective...

§ 42-4-312. Improper Representation as Emissions Inspection and Readjustment Station - Inspection-Only Facility - Fleet Inspection Station - Motor Vehicle Dealer Test Facility - Enhanced Inspection Center - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2307,...

§ 42-4-313. Penalties - (c) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(c) is...

§ 42-4-314. Automobile Emissions Control Systems - Tampering - Operation of Vehicle - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2311,...

§ 42-4-315. Warranties - No provision of sections 42-4-301 to 42-4-316 shall be deemed...

§ 42-4-316. Air Program - Demonstration of Compliance With Ambient Air Quality Standards and Transportation Conformity - Source: L. 94: (3)(a) amended, p. 2813, § 591, effective...

§ 42-4-316.5. Termination of Vehicle Emissions Testing Program - The commission shall have the authority to eliminate all requirements...

Part 4 - Diesel Inspection Program

§ 42-4-401. Definitions - As used in this part 4, unless the context otherwise...

§ 42-4-402. Administration of Inspection Program - The department shall have responsibility for administering the diesel inspection...

§ 42-4-403. Powers and Duties of the Commission - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2316,...

§ 42-4-404. Powers and Duties of the Executive Director of the Department of Public Health and Environment - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2317,...

§ 42-4-405. Powers and Duties of Executive Director - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2319,...

§ 42-4-406. Requirement of Certification of Emissions Control for Registration - Testing for Diesel Smoke Opacity Compliance - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2319,...

§ 42-4-407. Requirements for a Diesel Emission-Opacity Inspection - Licensure as Diesel Emissions Inspection Station - Licensure as Emissions Inspector - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2320,...

§ 42-4-408. Operation of Diesel Inspection Station - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2321,...

§ 42-4-409. Improper Representation of a Diesel Inspection Station - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2321,...

§ 42-4-410. Inclusion in the Diesel Inspection Program - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2322,...

§ 42-4-411. Applicability of This Part to Heavy-Duty Diesel Fleets of Nine or More - Diesel-powered motor vehicles subject to the provisions of section 42-4-414...

§ 42-4-412. Air Pollution Violations - (1) (a) [ Editor's note: This version of the introductory...

§ 42-4-413. Visible Emissions From Diesel-Powered Motor Vehicles Unlawful - Penalty - Source: L. 94: (1)(b)(IV) and (2)(a) amended, p. 2814, §...

§ 42-4-414. Heavy-Duty Diesel Fleet Inspection and Maintenance Program - Penalty - Rules - (2.5) An owner of a fleet registered in the program...

Part 5 - Size - Weight - Load

§ 42-4-501. Size and Weight Violations - Penalty - Except as provided in section 42-4-509, it is a traffic...

§ 42-4-502. Width of Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2327,...

§ 42-4-503. Projecting Loads on Passenger Vehicles - Except with regard to the operation of a motorcycle, bicycle,...

§ 42-4-504. Height and Length of Vehicles - (4.5) Notwithstanding subsection (4) of this section, drivers shall not...

§ 42-4-505. Longer Vehicle Combinations - Rules - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2329,...

§ 42-4-506. Trailers and Towed Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2330,...

§ 42-4-507. Wheel and Axle Loads - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2330,...

§ 42-4-508. Gross Weight of Vehicles and Loads - Definition - (1.5) The gross weight limits provided in subsection (1) of...

§ 42-4-509. Vehicles Weighed - Excess Removed - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2333,...

§ 42-4-510. Permits for Excess Size and Weight and for Manufactured Homes - Rules - Definitions - (12) (a) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (12)(a)...

§ 42-4-511. Permit Standards - State and Local - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2338,...

§ 42-4-511.2. Authority for Cooperative Agreements With Regional States on Excess Size or Weight Vehicles - Regulations - Source: L. 94: Entire section added, p. 301, § 1,...

§ 42-4-512. Liability for Damage to Highway - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2339,...

Part 6 - Signals - Signs - Markings

§ 42-4-601. Department to Sign Highways, Where - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2340,...

§ 42-4-602. Local Traffic Control Devices - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2340,...

§ 42-4-603. Obedience to Official Traffic Control Devices - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2340,...

§ 42-4-604. Traffic Control Signal Legend - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2341,...

§ 42-4-605. Flashing Signals - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2343,...

§ 42-4-606. Display of Unauthorized Signs or Devices - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2344,...

§ 42-4-607. Interference With Official Devices - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2344,...

§ 42-4-608. Signals by Hand or Signal Device - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2344,...

§ 42-4-609. Method of Giving Hand and Arm Signals - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2345,...

§ 42-4-610. Unauthorized Insignia - No owner shall display upon any part of the owner's...

§ 42-4-611. Paraplegic Persons or Persons With Disabilities - Distress Flag - (3) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3) is...

§ 42-4-612. When Signals Are Inoperative or Malfunctioning - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2346,...

§ 42-4-613. Failure to Pay Toll Established by Regional Transportation Authority - Any person who fails to pay a required fee, toll,...

§ 42-4-614. Designation of Highway Maintenance, Repair, or Construction Zones - Signs - Increase in Penalties for Speeding Violations - Source: L. 97: Entire section added, p. 1385, § 5,...

§ 42-4-615. School Zones - Increase in Penalties for Moving Traffic Violations - Source: L. 98: Entire section added, p. 588, § 1,...

§ 42-4-616. Wildlife Crossing Zones - Increase in Penalties for Moving Traffic Violations - (I) Establish the times of day and the periods of...

Part 7 - Rights-of-Way

§ 42-4-701. Vehicles Approaching or Entering Intersection - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2346,...

§ 42-4-702. Vehicle Turning Left - The driver of a vehicle intending to turn to the...

§ 42-4-703. Entering Through Highway - Stop or Yield Intersection - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2347,...

§ 42-4-704. Vehicle Entering Roadway - The driver of a vehicle about to enter or cross...

§ 42-4-705. Operation of Vehicle Approached by Emergency Vehicle - Operation of Vehicle Approaching Stationary Emergency Vehicle, Stationary Towing Carrier Vehicle, or Stationary Public Utility Service Vehicle - (II) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3)(b)(II) is...

§ 42-4-706. Obedience to Railroad Signal - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2348,...

§ 42-4-707. Certain Vehicles Must Stop at Railroad Grade Crossings - Definitions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2349,...

§ 42-4-708. Moving Heavy Equipment at Railroad Grade Crossing - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2350,...

§ 42-4-709. Stop When Traffic Obstructed - A driver shall not enter an intersection or a marked...

§ 42-4-710. Emerging From or Entering Alley, Driveway, or Building - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2351,...

§ 42-4-711. Driving on Mountain Highways - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2351,...

§ 42-4-712. Driving in Highway Work Area - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2351,...

§ 42-4-713. Yielding Right-of-Way to Transit Buses - Definitions - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (HB 09-1027), ch. 79,...

§ 42-4-714. Bicyclist or Other Authorized User in Bicycle Lane - Source: L. 2020: Entire section added, (SB 20-061), ch. 30,...

Part 8 - Pedestrians

§ 42-4-801. Pedestrian Obedience to Traffic Control Devices and Traffic Regulations - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2352,...

§ 42-4-802. Pedestrians' Right-of-Way in Crosswalks - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2352,...

§ 42-4-803. Crossing at Other Than Crosswalks - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2353,...

§ 42-4-805. Pedestrians Walking or Traveling in a Wheelchair on Highways - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2354,...

§ 42-4-806. Driving Through Safety Zone Prohibited - No vehicle at any time shall be driven through or...

§ 42-4-807. Drivers to Exercise Due Care - Notwithstanding any of the provisions of this article, every driver...

§ 42-4-808. Drivers and Pedestrians, Other Than Persons in Wheelchairs, to Yield to Individuals With Disabilities - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2355,...

Part 9 - Turning - Stopping

§ 42-4-901. Required Position and Method of Turning - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2356,...

§ 42-4-902. Limitations on Turning Around - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2356,...

§ 42-4-903. Turning Movements and Required Signals - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2357,...

Part 10 - Driving - Overtaking - Passing

§ 42-4-1001. Drive on Right Side - Exceptions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2357,...

§ 42-4-1002. Passing Oncoming Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2358,...

§ 42-4-1003. Overtaking a Vehicle on the Left - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2358,...

§ 42-4-1004. When Overtaking on the Right Is Permitted - (1.5) The driver of a motor vehicle upon a one-way...

§ 42-4-1005. Limitations on Overtaking on the Left - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2359,...

§ 42-4-1006. One-Way Roadways and Rotary Traffic Islands - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2360,...

§ 42-4-1007. Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2360,...

§ 42-4-1008. Following Too Closely - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2361,...

§ 42-4-1008.5. Crowding or Threatening Bicyclist - Source: L. 2009: Entire section added, (SB 09-148), ch. 239,...

§ 42-4-1009. Coasting Prohibited - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2361,...

§ 42-4-1010. Driving on Divided or Controlled-Access Highways - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2362,...

§ 42-4-1011. Use of Runaway Vehicle Ramps - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2363,...

§ 42-4-1012. High Occupancy Vehicle (Hov) and High Occupancy Toll (Hot) Lanes - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2363,...

§ 42-4-1013. Passing Lane - Definitions - Penalty - Source: L. 2004: Entire section added, p. 124, § 1,...

Part 11 - Speed Regulations

§ 42-4-1101. Speed Limits - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2363,...

§ 42-4-1102. Altering of Speed Limits - Department to Study Rural State Highways and Increase Speed Limits - Definitions - Repeal - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2366,...

§ 42-4-1103. Minimum Speed Regulation - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2368,...

§ 42-4-1104. Speed Limits on Elevated Structures - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2368,...

§ 42-4-1105. Speed Contests - Speed Exhibitions - Aiding and Facilitating - Immobilization of Motor Vehicle - Definitions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2369,...

§ 42-4-1106. Minimum Speed in Left Lane - Interstate 70 - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (SB 10-196), ch. 333,...

Part 12 - Parking

§ 42-4-1201. Starting Parked Vehicle - No person shall start a vehicle which is stopped, standing,...

§ 42-4-1202. Parking or Abandonment of Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2369,...

§ 42-4-1203. Ski Areas to Install Signs - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2370,...

§ 42-4-1204. Stopping, Standing, or Parking Prohibited in Specified Places - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2370,...

§ 42-4-1205. Parking at Curb or Edge of Roadway - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2372,...

§ 42-4-1206. Unattended Motor Vehicle - Definitions - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2372,...

§ 42-4-1207. Opening and Closing Vehicle Doors - No person shall open the door of a motor vehicle...

§ 42-4-1209. Owner Liability for Parking Violations - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2375,...

§ 42-4-1210. Designated Areas on Private Property for Authorized Vehicles - (3) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (3) is...

§ 42-4-1211. Limitations on Backing - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2376,...

§ 42-4-1212. Pay Parking Access for Persons With Disabilities - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1019), ch. 400,...

§ 42-4-1213. Parking in Electric Motor Vehicle Charging Stations - Definition - (I) That serves a lodging business if the person is...

Part 13 - Alcohol and Drug Offenses

§ 42-4-1301. Driving Under the Influence - Driving While Impaired - Driving With Excessive Alcoholic Content - Definitions - Penalties - (1) (a) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (1)(a)...

§ 42-4-1301.1. Expressed Consent for the Taking of Blood, Breath, Urine, or Saliva Sample - Testing - Fund - Rules - Repeal - Source: L. 2002: Entire section added with relocations, p. 1907,...

§ 42-4-1301.3. Alcohol and Drug Driving Safety Program - Definition - Source: L. 2002: Entire section added with relocations, p. 1907,...

§ 42-4-1301.4. Useful Public Service - Definitions - Local Programs - Assessment of Costs - Source: L. 2002: Entire section added with relocations, p. 1907,...

§ 42-4-1302. Stopping of Suspect - A law enforcement officer may stop any person who the...

§ 42-4-1303. Records - Prima Facie Proof - Official records of the department of public health and environment...

§ 42-4-1304. Samples of Blood or Other Bodily Substance - Duties of Department of Public Health and Environment - Rules - Source: L. 94: (6) amended, p. 2816, § 596, effective...

§ 42-4-1305. Open Alcoholic Beverage Container - Motor Vehicle - Prohibited - Source: L. 2005: Entire section added, p. 1187, § 1,...

§ 42-4-1305.5. Open Marijuana Container - Motor Vehicle - Prohibited - Source: L. 2013: Entire section added, (SB 13-283), ch. 332,...

§ 42-4-1306. Colorado Task Force on Drunk and Impaired Driving - Creation - Legislative Declaration - (G.5) A representative of a statewide organization that represents persons...

§ 42-4-1307. Penalties for Traffic Offenses Involving Alcohol and Drugs - Legislative Declaration - Definitions - Repeal - (I) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (5)(a)(I) is...

Part 14 - Other Offenses

§ 42-4-1401. Reckless Driving - Penalty - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2392,...

§ 42-4-1402. Careless Driving - Penalty - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2392,...

§ 42-4-1402.5. Vulnerable Road User - Prohibition - Violations and Penalties - Definition - Source: L. 2019: Entire section added, (SB 19-175), ch. 331,...

§ 42-4-1403. Following Fire Apparatus Prohibited - The driver of any vehicle other than one on official...

§ 42-4-1404. Crossing Fire Hose - No vehicle shall be driven over any unprotected hose of...

§ 42-4-1405. Riding in Trailers - No person shall occupy a trailer while it is being...

§ 42-4-1406. Foreign Matter on Highway Prohibited - Penalty - Definitions - (b) (I) [ Editor's note: This version of subsection (5)(b)(I)...

§ 42-4-1407. Spilling Loads on Highways Prohibited - Prevention of Spilling of Aggregate, Trash, or Recyclables - (2.7) For the purposes of this section: Source: L. 94:...

§ 42-4-1407.5. Splash Guards - When Required - Definition - Source: L. 99: Entire section added, p. 296, § 2,...

§ 42-4-1408. Operation of Motor Vehicles on Property Under Control of or Owned by Parks and Recreation Districts - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2393,...

§ 42-4-1409. Compulsory Insurance - Penalty - Legislative Intent - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2394,...

§ 42-4-1410. Proof of Financial Responsibility Required - Suspension of License - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2395,...

§ 42-4-1410.5. Providing False Evidence of Proof of Motor Vehicle Insurance - Penalty - Source: L. 2013: Entire section added, (HB 13-1022), ch. 139,...

§ 42-4-1411. Use of Earphones While Driving - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2395,...

§ 42-4-1412. Operation of Bicycles, Electric Scooters, and Other Human-Powered Vehicles - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2395,...

§ 42-4-1412.5. Local Adoption of Alternative Regulation of Bicycles and Electric Scooters Approaching Intersections - Alternative Regulation Described - Validity of Existing Local Ordinance or Resolution - Definitions - (2.5) Nothing in this section affects the validity of an...

§ 42-4-1413. Eluding or Attempting to Elude a Police Officer - Any operator of a motor vehicle who the officer has...

§ 42-4-1414. Use of Dyed Fuel on Highways Prohibited - Source: L. 99: Entire section added, p. 665, § 2,...

§ 42-4-1415. Radar Jamming Devices Prohibited - Penalty - Source: L. 2005: Entire section added, p. 340, § 1,...

§ 42-4-1416. Failure to Present a Valid Transit Pass or Coupon - Fare Inspector Authorization - Definitions - Source: L. 2012: Entire section added, (SB 12-044), ch. 274,...

Part 15 - Motorcycles

§ 42-4-1501. Traffic Laws Apply to Persons Operating Motorcycles - Special Permits - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2398,...

§ 42-4-1502. Riding on Motorcycles - Protective Helmet - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2398,...

§ 42-4-1503. Operating Motorcycles on Roadways Laned for Traffic - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2399,...

§ 42-4-1504. Clinging to Other Vehicles - No person riding upon a motorcycle shall attach himself, herself,...

Part 16 - Accidents and Accident Reports

§ 42-4-1601. Accidents Involving Death or Personal Injuries - Duties - (1.5) It shall not be an offense under this section...

§ 42-4-1602. Accident Involving Damage - Duty - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2400,...

§ 42-4-1603. Duty to Give Notice, Information, and Aid - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2400,...

§ 42-4-1604. Duty Upon Striking Unattended Vehicle or Other Property - The driver of any vehicle which collides with or is...

§ 42-4-1605. Duty Upon Striking Highway Fixtures or Traffic Control Devices - The driver of any vehicle involved in an accident resulting...

§ 42-4-1606. Duty to Report Accidents - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2401,...

§ 42-4-1607. When Driver Unable to Give Notice or Make Written Report - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2403,...

§ 42-4-1608. Accident Report Forms - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2403,...

§ 42-4-1609. Coroners to Report - Every coroner or other official performing like functions shall on...

§ 42-4-1610. Reports by Interested Parties Confidential - All accident reports and supplemental reports required by law to...

§ 42-4-1611. Tabulation and Analysis of Reports - The department shall tabulate and may analyze all accident reports...

§ 42-4-1612. Accidents in State Highway Work Areas - Source: L. 2010: Entire section added, (HB 10-1014), ch. 24,...

Part 17 - Penalties and Procedure

§ 42-4-1701. Traffic Offenses and Infractions Classified - Penalties - Penalty and Surcharge Schedule - Repeal - (VIII) [ Editor's note: This version of the introductory portion...

§ 42-4-1702. Alcohol- or Drug-Related Traffic Offenses - Collateral Attack - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2417,...

§ 42-4-1703. Parties to a Crime - Every person who commits, conspires to commit, or aids or...

§ 42-4-1704. Offenses by Persons Controlling Vehicles - It is unlawful for the owner or any other person...

§ 42-4-1705. Person Arrested to Be Taken Before the Proper Court - (2.5) In any case in which the arrested person who...

§ 42-4-1706. Juveniles - Convicted - Arrested and Incarcerated - Provisions for Confinement - Source: L. 94: Entire section amended, p. 2720, § 309,...

§ 42-4-1707. Summons and Complaint or Penalty Assessment Notice for Misdemeanors, Petty Offenses, and Misdemeanor Traffic Offenses - Release - Registration - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2420,...

§ 42-4-1708. Traffic Infractions - Proper Court for Hearing, Burden of Proof - Appeal - Collateral Attack - Source: L. 94: Entire title amended with relocations, p. 2421,...

§ 42-4-1708.5. Civil Infractions - Proper Court for Hearing, Burden of Proof - Appeal - Collateral Attack - [ Editor's note: This section is effective March 1, 2022.]...

§ 42-4-1709. Penalty Assessment Notice for Traffic Infractions - Violations of Provisions by Officer - Driver's License - Definition - (1.5) A penalty assessment notice issued and served pursuant to...

§ 42-4-1710. Failure to Pay Penalty for Traffic Infractions - Failure of Parent or Guardian to Sign Penalty Assessment Notice - Procedures - (1.5) If a minor under the age of eighteen years...

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Colorado Code Title 42 - Vehicles and Traffic

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Title 42 - Vehicles and Traffic