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Law / Legal Resources

  1. 'Lectric Law Forms -

    Business, personal, and law practice forms from the 'Lectric Law Library.
  2. 'Lectric Law Library's Legal Lexicon -

    Terms, Definitions & Explanations.
  3. 2012 Tax Year IRS Forms and Publications -
  4. 4th Judicial District - Self-Help Center -

    For El Paso & Teller Counties.
  5. 4th Judicial District Court Forms -
  6. A Father's Guide to Child Support -
  7. A-Z Index of U.S. Government Departments and Agencies -

    From USA.gov.
  8. ABA Blawg Directory -

    Paralegal blogs.
  9. Academic Earth -

    Full video courses and lectures from the world's leading scholars. Includes a large number of subjects, from Art & Architecture, Economics, History, Law, Literature, Psychology, Test Preparation, and much, much more!
  10. ADA (Americans With Disabilities) Home Page - -

    From the U.S. Department of Justice.
  11. Adoption -

    From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - includes overview on domestic and international adoption processes, laws, services for pre- and post-adoption, and more.
  12. Adoption and Relinquishment Forms - Colorado -
  13. Advanced Medical Directive Information / Living Wills -

    From the Colorado Bar Association.
  14. All About Forms -

    More than 2000 free legal forms.
  15. American Bar Association -

    Resources for legal professionals and the public.
  16. American Bar Association Commission on Mental and Physical Disability Law -
  17. Appellate Pro Bono Program -

    From the Colorado Bar Association.
  18. Attorney Information Search -

    From the Colorado Supreme Court - research an attorney's status and disciplinary history.
  19. Attorneys.com -

    Helps you connect with a local attorney with the legal expertise for your situation. Part of LexisNexis® Martindale-Hubbell®.
  20. Bankruptcy -

    From United States Courts. Includes forms, rules, and resources.
  21. Bankruptcy for Individuals -

    Includes general resources, information on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13, bankruptcy courts, alternatives to bankruptcy, and more. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  22. Bankruptcy for Small Businesses -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  23. Bankruptcy Resources -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  24. Bar Associations in North America -

    Includes contact information for bar associations in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  25. Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law -

    Website from "the leading national legal advocate for people with mental disabilities."
  26. Berkman Center for Internet & Society -

    From Harvard University.
  27. Budget of the United States Government -
  28. Bureau of Industry and Security -

    International business resources, laws and employment.
  29. Business and General Forms -

    Business and General Forms including: last will, living will, quit claim, real estate, business forms and much more.
  30. Business Law & Regulations -

    Provides legal and regulatory information for America's small businesses.
  31. Child Custody and Parenting Time -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  32. Child Support Enforcement Programs -

    From the Colorado State Judicial Branch - includes links to child support guidelines and worksheets, as well as statutes and regulations, forms, and other resources for parents.
  33. City of Colorado Springs - On-line Services -

    Links to a wide range of online services such as paying a parking ticket, applying for a land permit, viewing city jobs, contacting city officials, reporting a crime or code violation, watching city council meetings, purchasing a bus pass, and much more.
  34. Code of Colorado Regulations -

    Rules and regulations for specific state departments.
  35. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) -

    Agency and department regulations. Search by keyword, title, and citation.
  36. Code of Federal Regulations (Cornell) -

    Agency and department regulations. Search by contents and citation.
  37. Colorado Attorney General Opinions -
  38. Colorado Attorney General's Home Page -

    Consumer complaints, alerts, and opinions.
  39. Colorado Bar Association -

    Services for Colorado lawyers and the public.
  40. Colorado Bar Association Water Law Section -
  41. Colorado Child Support Enforcement -

    From the Colorado Department of Human Services.
  42. Colorado Collaborative ID Project -

    Designed to assist low-income, disabled, homeless and elderly citizens seeking documentation of their identity and citizenship in order to obtain health care, public benefits, housing, transportation, employment and secure other essential human rights.
  43. Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline -

    Report judicial misconduct; how to file a complaint against a Colorado judge.
  44. Colorado Court Brochures -

    From the Colorado State Judicial Branch - covers topics such as child support, history of the Colorado Courts, the Colorado jury system, and more.
  45. Colorado Court Facts -

    Describes different types of courts and judges in Colorado.
  46. Colorado Court of Appeals -
  47. Colorado Court Rules -
  48. Colorado Courts at a Glance -

    From the Colorado Judicial Branch. Provides an overview of the Colorado court system, how courts function, and your rights in court.
  49. Colorado Courts by County -
  50. Colorado Division of Housing -

    Includes information for renters, landlords & homeowners, vacancy rates & foreclosure reports, needs assessments, housing data, and more.
  51. Colorado Division of Taxation -

    Tax Forms, Instructions and eFile information, free tax classes, tax calendar, and more.
  52. Colorado Division of Water Resources (DWR) -
  53. Colorado General Assembly -

    Senate & House Bills (current & historical), Bill Digests, Session Laws, and Legislative Directory. Also includes calendar, journal, committees, and video/audio broadcasts of current proceedings.
  54. Colorado General Assembly Legislative Directory -

    Contains a list of House members, their represented counties, political party affiliation, occupation, contact information, and committees.
  55. Colorado Legal Forms and Instructions -

    Civil, criminal, restraining orders, probate, etc.
  56. Colorado Legal Services -

    Helping low-income Coloradans find solutions to civil legal problems.
  57. Colorado Legislative Council -

    Nonpartisan research arm of the General Assembly. Provides fiscal notes, ballot & blue book, economic forecasts, etc.
  58. Colorado Legislative Council Research Publications -
  59. Colorado Primary Materials -

    Constitution, codes, federal and state supreme court cases, and bills sorted by representative/senator.
  60. Colorado Real Estate Commission - Approved Contracts and Forms -

    Includes current approved contracts and forms.
  61. Colorado Register -

    Publication of the State Administrative Rules, includes rule-making notices from 2006-present. From the Secretary of State.
  62. Colorado Renters Information -

    From the Colorado Dept. of Local Affairs - Division of Housing.
  63. Colorado Revised Statutes -

    Also includes Colorado Court Rules, Colorado Constitution, and Colorado Advanced Legislative Service. From LexisNexis®.
  64. Colorado Session Laws -

    1993 - present.
  65. Colorado Springs - City Code -

    Searchable by key words or phrases, or browse by the table of contents.
  66. Colorado Springs - Housing Authority -
  67. Colorado Springs Municipal Court -
  68. Colorado State Agencies -

    Listing of Colorado state agencies from the Official State Web Portal.
  69. Colorado State Constitution -
  70. Colorado State Courts -

    From the Colorado State Judicial Branch.
  71. Colorado State Judicial Branch -

    Includes list of courts in Colorado, probation, jury information, self-help, forms, and careers.
  72. Colorado State Judicial Branch - Self-Help Center -
  73. Colorado Supreme Court -

    Includes case announcements and recent decisions. Also provides information on the Office of Attorney Regulation and how to file a complaint against an attorney.
  74. Colorado Supreme Court Opinions -
  75. Colorado Supreme Court Rules Changes -

    Includes state and local superior, appeal, limited jurisdiction.
  76. Colorado Tenants' Rights -

    From the Colorado Public Interest Research Group (CoPIRG).
  77. Colorado Virtual Library -

    Website is divided into three sections: "Colorado Histories" where you can find biographies and Colorado history; "Tech Help" which provides lessons on computing from the very basics to digital photography to e-books and other gadgets; and "Tools for Tough Times" which provides a jobhunter's guide, small business information, food & shelter, health, money management, and legal assistance.
  78. Colorado Water Courts -
  79. Colorado Water Law Guide -

    From the University of Denver - Sturm College of Law.
  80. Colorado's County Courts -
  81. Common Law Marriage -

    State of Colorado Affidavit of Common Law Marriage.
  82. Common Law Marriage -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  83. Common Law Marriage in Colorado -

    Information from the Colorado Attorney General.
  84. Compilation of Presidential Documents -

    From the U.S. Government Printing Office - covers 1992 to present.
  85. Compilation of State Lawyer Licensing Databases -

    From LLRX.
  86. Complete Colorado Court Forms -

    From Colorado Legal Services. Includes forms for waiving filing fees and/or requesting an interpreter, small claims, dissolution of marriage or legal separation, temporary civil protection order, response to a landlord. Available in English and Spanish.
  87. Congressional Records -

    Official record of the proceedings and debates of the United States Congress - from GPO's Federal Digital System.
  88. Constitution Finder -

    Constitutions for more than 200 countries in their original language as well as English.
  89. Constitutions, Statutes, and Codes -

    From Cornell's Legal Information Institute. Includes both federal and state constitutions, statutes, and codes.
  90. Consumer Protection -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  91. Consumer Questions/Complaints about a Business -

    From the Colorado Attorney General.
  92. Consumer Resource Guide -

    From the Colorado Department of Law. Includes resources on topics such as automobiles, business licensing, civil rights & employment, scams, credit, elder issues, health issues, etc.
  93. Consumers' Guide to Legal Help: Trouble With A Lawyer -

    From the American Bar Association. Provides information on mediation, arbitration, Lawyer Discipline Agency, and the Client Security/Protection Fund.
  94. Consumer’s Tool Kit for Health Care Advance Planning -

    From the American Bar Association's Commission on Law and Aging.
  95. Copyright Crash Course -

    Overview of the laws and concepts concerning copyrights from the University of Texas.
  96. Copyright for Music Librarians -

    From the Music Library Association.
  97. Core Documents of U.S. Democracy -

    Cornerstone, presidential, judicial, and congressional documents.
  98. Council of State Governments -
  99. Court Rules, Forms, and Dockets -

    State and federal court rules, forms, and dockets.
  100. Credit Counseling & Debtor Education Information -

    From the U.S. Trustee Program.
  101. Criminal Law Links -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  102. Decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court -
  103. Declaration of Independence -

    Library of Congress exhibition: chronology, history, images of key documents.
  104. Declaration of Independence -

    Information on the writing, publicizing, and printing of the Declaration.
  105. Declaration of Independence -

    From the National Archives, also includes the U.S. Constitution, and the Bill of Rights.
  106. Denver Bar Association Legal Resource Directory - 2012 -

    Provides Colorado resources on bankruptcy, consumer, criminal, disability, domestic violence, employment, family and child support, GLBT, housing, identification, immigration, Native American, senior citizens, small claims and collections legal issues. Includes an income chart to determine if you’re eligible for help from Colorado Legal Services. Most resources are in Denver.
  107. Digest of United States Practice in International Law -

    From the U.S. Department of State, from 1989-2009.
  108. Directory of Pro Bono Programs -

    From the American Bar Association.
  109. Disability Law -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  110. Disability.gov -

    Federal government website - gives information on employment, health, housing, education, transportation, technology, etc.
  111. Duplicate Vehicle Title - Colorado -
  112. Economic Report of the President -
  113. El Paso County Bar Association -
  114. El Paso County Ordinances -
  115. Fair Housing Information Brochure -

    From the City of Colorado Springs. Available in English, Spanish, or Korean.
  116. Family Law Guide -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver. Research guides on Colorado-specific materials, adoption, child custody, divorce/marriage, domestic violence, father's rights, grandparent's rights, and same-sex couples.
  117. Federal Bureau of Prisons Inmate Locator -

    Can be used to locate a Federal inmate incarcerated from 1982 to present.
  118. Federal Court Locator -

    District Courts listed by state; Courts of Appeal; Supreme Court.
  119. Federal Digital System (FDsys) -

    From the U.S. Government Printing Office. Includes links to the Code of Federal Regulations, Compilation of Presidential Documents, Congressional Bills, Congressional Documents, Congressional Hearings, Congressional Record, Congressional Reports, Economic Indicators, Federal Register, Public & Private Laws, and much more.
  120. Federal Register -

    Official daily publication for federal agencies rules and notices, Executive Orders, etc.
  121. File a Document with the CO Secretary of State -

    Includes forms for businesses such as forming a new LLC, profit, or nonprofit corporation, reserving a name, registering a trade name or trademark, and more.
  122. Filing Fees, Surcharges, and Costs in Colorado State Courts -
  123. Find A Lawyer -

    From the Colorado Bar Association - allows you to search by practice area, name, or region.
  124. FindLaw -

    Comprehensive online library of legal resources.
  125. FindLaw for the Public -

    Learn about the Law - covers topics such as personal injury, civil rights, marriage & family, estate planning, small business, and more.
  126. FindLaw Legal Dictionary -

    Searchable by keyword.
  127. FindLaw Legal Forms -

    Federal and state court forms, consumer, corporate, and contracts.
  128. FindLaw Legal Subjects -

    Browse practice areas for professionals, from Administrative Law through Wills, Trusts, Estates & Probate.
  129. FindLaw Opinions -

    Find published opinions from September 2000 by the U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Circuit Courts of Appeals, and select state supreme and appellate courts.
  130. FindLaw State Resources -

    State and municipal codes, regulations, cases.
  131. FindLaw's Find a Lawyer -

    Directory of lawyers by location, area of expertise, etc.
  132. Foreign & International Law Guide -

    From Wise Law Library at CU Boulder.
  133. Foreign and International Law Research Help -

    From the Law Library of Congress - a guide to reference sources, compilations, citations guides, periodicals, web resources, and more.
  134. Forms & Instructions from the Colorado State Judicial Branch -

    Includes civil, criminal, restraining orders, probate, and more. Formularios en Español.
  135. Forms Library from the El Paso County Website -

    Includes forms for marriage application/licence/certificate, DD214 copies, manufactured home forms, real estate forms such as deed of trust, power of attorney for property, quit claim deed, etc.
  136. Fourth Judicial District -

    Includes El Paso and Teller counties.
  137. FreeAdvice.com -

    Straightforward information on a variety of common legal topics.
  138. From a Bill to a Law: Learn about the Legislative Process -

    From the Library of Congress.
  139. FTC Consumer Protection Information -
  140. General Law Practice Forms -
  141. Global Legal Information Network (GLIN) -

    Public database of official texts of laws, regulations, judicial decisions, etc.
  142. Google Patent Search -

    Quick access to over 7 million patents, includes the text and any figures or drawings pertaining to said patents.
  143. Google Scholar Advanced Search -

    Locate federal and state legal opinions, scholarly articles and patents, and more.
  144. Government Information and Resources -

    Links to the Government section in Recommended Websites.
  145. Guide to Disability Rights Laws -

    Information from the U.S. Department of Justice.
  146. Guide to Labor and Employment Laws for Migrant Workers in North America -
  147. Guide to Water Law -

    From Hieros Gamos Legal Directories.
  148. Health Information Privacy -

    From the U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services.
  149. HealthCare.gov -

    Find insurance options, get help using insurance, learn about the health care law and how it affects you, compare care providers, learn about prevention and wellness. From the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
  150. Hieros Gamos -

    International law and government portal.
  151. Home Schooling in Colorado -

    From the Colorado Dept. of Education, includes laws, FAQs, resources, statistics, CSAP testing, etc.
  152. Homeschool Law Page for Colorado -

    From the Home School Legal Defense Association.
  153. Homeschooling in the United States: A Legal Analyis of Colorado -
  154. How a Bill Becomes Colorado Law -
  155. How Do I...? -

    Provides information on common law questions such as name changes, registering to vote, using the Colorado Revised Statutes, etc. From The Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  156. How the Courts Work in Colorado -

    Presentation from Colorado Legal Services.
  157. How to Research a Legal Problem -

    From the American Association of Law Libraries.
  158. Intercountry Adoption -

    Information from the U.S. Citizen and Immigration Services.
  159. International and Foreign Law Resources -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  160. International Law -

    From the United Nations - includes peace & security, development, human rights, and humanitarian affairs.
  161. International Law -

    From Internet Public Library 2.
  162. Introduction to Basic Legal Citation -

    Cornell guide to citing cases, legislation, etc.
  163. Juror Information - City of Colorado Springs -
  164. Jury Information for Colorado -

    By county, by district, also find jury commissioners, as well as FAQ's.
  165. Justia -

    Includes case law, statutes, court documents, topical research guides, customized Google searches, law blogs. Covers the topics of injury law, family law, estate planning, real estate law, intellectual property, employment & labor, criminal law, business law, immigration, and foreign & international law.
  166. Labor and Employment Law Guide -

    From the Westminster Law Library at the University of Denver.
  167. Landlord / Tenant Resources -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  168. Landmark Supreme Court Cases -

    Summaries, opinions, links to full text of decisions.
  169. Law History -

    Many links to various law history topics.
  170. Law In Colorado -

    Booklet includes an introduction to law in Colorado, the court system, criminal law, juvenile law, torts, contract law, family law & domestic relations, housing law, employment laws, individual rights & liberties in Colorado, and the Colorado Water Law. From the Colorado Bar Association.
  171. Law Library of Congress -

    Contains a wealth of information about current legal topics, guide to law online, Library of Congress collections, legislative resources, and an Ask a Law Librarian Feature. Covers International & Multinational Law, Nations of the World, U.S. Federal, U.S. States and Territories.
  172. Law Resources for the Public -

    From the American Bar Association.
  173. Law Topics -

    From Cornell - topical overviews, legislation, cases, Internet sources.
  174. LawInfo.org -

    Your gateway to information on legal topics that affect your daily life. From the American Bar Association.
  175. Lawline 9 Topic Schedule for 2011 -

    KUSA Channel 9.
  176. Laws and Regulations Concerning Seniors -

    From USA.gov.
  177. LawSmart Legal Documents -

    Free documents for businesses, wills & estate planning, debt & finance, trademarks, patents & copyrights, family law, real estate, landlord & tenant, and general. Requires registration for a free account.
  178. Lawyer Express -

    Web portal designed for attorneys; also includes links of interest to consumers.
  179. Lawyer Referral Service -

    Non-profit service from the El Paso County Bar Association which matches attorneys with clients. Not a low-cost or pro bono referral service.
  180. Lawyers.com -

    From Martindale-Hubbell. Includes information on finding a lawyer, understanding legal issues, legal help & resources, and legal forms.
  181. Lawyers.com Legal Dictionary -
  182. Legal Aid / Pro Bono Programs in Colorado -

    From Colorado Legal Services.org.
  183. Legal Aid and Pro bono Legal Services -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  184. Legal Aid Handout -

    Lists local organizations that assist with pro se, general legal advice, mediation, landlord/tenant, domestic issues, discrimination protection, and other resources.
  185. Legal Aid Resources -
  186. Legal Center for People with Disabilities and Older People -

    Colorado's Protection & Advocacy System.
  187. Legal Dictionary -

    From U.S. Legal Forms, Inc.
  188. Legal Forms -

    From The Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  189. Legal Research Guides -

    Guides to research in administrative law, human rights, etc.
  190. Legal Research Starting Points -
  191. Legislative Process: How a Senate Bill Becomes a Law -

    Flowchart, with explanations, from the U.S. Senate.
  192. Lemon Law in Colorado -

    From the Colorado State Attorney General, includes complaint filing process information.
  193. Lemon Laws for Colorado -

    From the CO Auto Industry Division of the Dept. of Revenue.
  194. Lo que necesita saber para representarse a sí mismo ante un tribunal -

    Poder judicial de Colorado.
  195. Martindale-Hubbell Lawyer Locator -
  196. Minimum Wage Laws -

    Minimum wage laws for each of the 50 states.
  197. Modest Means Program -

    "Helps moderate-income Coloradoans (who reside in El Paso and Teller Counties) find affordable legal assistance. The program is intended to help those who earn too much to qualify for legal aid, but who cannot afford traditional legal fees." From the El Paso County Bar Association.
  198. Motor Vehicle Registration Forms -
  199. Municipal Codes -

    From Municode.com.
  200. National Archives and Records Administration Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) -
  201. National Association of Legal Assistants -
  202. National Conference of State Legislatures -
  203. National Federation of Paralegal Associations -
  204. National Indian Law Library -

    From the Native American Rights Fund in Boulder, CO. Topical resources, Indian law bulletins, tribal law gateway, contact the library for free Indian law-related research assistance.
  205. National Resource Center on LGBT Aging -

    Covers a variety of subjects including caregiving, elder abuse, employment/workplace issues, health & wellness, legal support, transgender, and much more.
  206. National Senior Citizens Law Center -
  207. NCSC Information & Resources -

    Links and book citations on 130 legal topics, from identity theft to tribal courts, grand juries to court security. From the National Center for State Courts.
  208. Nolo Online Books -

    Covers topics such as Renters' Rights, Foreclosure Survival Guide, Small Claims Court, Small Business, Probate, Every Dog's Legal Rights, Legal Rights for Unmarried Couples, and more.
  209. Nolo's Legal Encyclopedia -

    Includes hundreds of free articles on everyday legal topics, written in plain English.
  210. Nolo's Plain-English Law Dictionary -

    Plain language information on a wide range of legal topics.
  211. Occupational/Industry Licensing Requirements Database (Colorado) -

    Find out which licenses are required for your business and where to get them at the local, state and federal level. Gives prices and forms to obtain said licenses. Also lists regulatory agencies for all business types.
  212. Offender Search -

    Information from the Colorado Department of Corrections.
  213. Office of Disability Employment Policy -

    This organization exists "to increase employment opportunities for adults and youth with disabilities."
  214. Office of the Colorado State Public Defender -

    Provides representation for indigent individuals who are charged with the commission of a crime in Colorado and referrals for those seeking assistance with criminal warrants and traffic matters.
  215. Open Records Law -

    From the American Library Association (ALA) - explains confidentiality of library records and the Internet.
  216. Opinions for the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals -
  217. Opinions for the United States District of Court for Colorado -
  218. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration -

    From the U.S. Department of Labor. Provides information on filing a complaint, worker's rights & responsibilities, problems in the workplace, and more.
  219. OYEZ Project - U.S. Supreme Court Multimedia -

    Multimedia archive including U.S. Supreme Court cases, justices, tour, discussions, and history.
  220. Passport Services -

    Information, applications, renewals, forms, etc. From the U.S. Dept. of State.
  221. Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging -

    Legal, insurance, meals, transportation, and in-house services.
  222. Pine Tree Legal Assistance Links -

    Organizations providing free legal assistance.
  223. Policy on Confidentiality of Library Records -

    From the American Library Association (ALA).
  224. Primary Documents in American History -

    From the Library of Congress; includes documents from 1763-1877.
  225. Privacy and Confidentiality -

    From the American Library Association (ALA).
  226. Privacy and the Courts -

    From the American Library Association (ALA).
  227. Privacy of User Records -

    From the Colorado State Library, discusses Colorado Statute 24-90-119 - privacy of library user records.
  228. Privacy under HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) -

    From the Colorado Department of Health Care Policy and Financing.
  229. Public Access: Court Records Searches -

    Explains how and where to search for court records; records not available from the court’s website.
  230. Public Papers of the Presidents of the United States -

    Covers 1995-2009.
  231. Quick Guide to Colorado Legislative Information -
  232. Resources for Finding a Lawyer -
  233. Resources for the Public from the Colorado Bar Association -

    Provides resources for the public regarding legal matters, such as finding a lawyer, legal assistance programs, brochures on legal matters, and more.
  234. SaferProducts.gov -

    From the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. Submit and view reports on unsafe products.
  235. Search the United States Code -
  236. Self-Help/Pro-Se Resources -
  237. Senior Law -

    Provides older adults, advocates, caregivers, and family members with basic information about legal topics related to aging, including information on general resources, Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, Long Term Care, Powers of Attorney, Medical Directives, etc. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  238. Senior Law Handbook -

    From the Colorado Bar Association. Covers everything from Social Security Benefits, family relationships, estate planning, guardianship of adults, and much more.
  239. Small Claims Resources -

    Provides general information about Colorado small claims courts, general guidance, resources, and links to court forms. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  240. Smoke Free Colorado -

    Answers to frequently asked questions about the "smoking ban" law.
  241. Starting A Business -

    Provides information on Colorado and federal resources, links, etc. From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  242. State & Local Research Resources -

    From Georgetown Law Library.
  243. State and Local Information on the Net -

    Directory of state, county, and city websites.
  244. State Court Website Directory -

    Directory of official state court websites.
  245. State Legislatures Internet Links -

    From the National Conference of State Legislatures.
  246. State Libraries & Archives -
  247. State Resource Center -

    States' home pages, executive, legislative, judicial web pages, etc.
  248. State Statutes: Topical Index -

    From Cornell's Legal Information Institute.
  249. State-Specific Legal Research Toolkits -

    From the American Association of Law Libraries.
  250. Structure of Colorado Government -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver.
  251. Suing Your Lawyer for Malpractice -

    Guide from Nolo that describes when and how to sue your lawyer for malpractice.
  252. Supreme Court Justices -

    Search chronologically or by name.
  253. Supreme Court of the United States -

    Official site.
  254. Supreme Court Opinions -

    From the Legal Information Institute (LII) at Cornell.
  255. Supreme Court Opinions 1893+ -

    Searchable by citation, party name, full text.
  256. Supreme Court Opinions 1990+ -

    Recent Supreme Court decisions.
  257. Synopsis of Colorado Water Law -

    From the Colorado Division of Water Resources.
  258. Ten Tips for Tenants -

    From NOLO.
  259. Thomas: Legislative Information on the Internet -

    Database of bills, resolutions, committee reports, treaties and more from the Library of Congress; also includes current congressional activity.
  260. Titles I and V of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) -

    Contains full text of the act from the EEOC.
  261. Topics in Internet Law -

    From the Internet Public Library - includes sources on Internet Law, Activist and Professional/Trade Organizations, Cyber-Focused Law Journals, Digital Intellectual Property, Free Expression, Governance, and more.
  262. Tribal Law Resources -

    From the Wise Law Library at CU Boulder.
  263. U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Colorado (Denver, Colorado) -

    Information for debtors without counsel, forms, fees, and opinions.
  264. U.S. Code -

    From Cornell - U.S. laws by title, section, popular name and keyword.
  265. U.S. Constitution -
  266. U.S. Copyright Office -

    Copyright basics, laws and forms to obtain copyrights.
  267. U.S. Copyright Office - Forms -

    Direct link to all copyright forms and the instructions and costs involved in obtaining copyrights.
  268. U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit -

    Opinions, rules, forms, jury instructions, judicial misconduct complaints and more.
  269. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) -

    Index of topics, including tenant rights & responsibilities, information for landlords, housing discrimination, foreclosure advice, and much more.
  270. U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado -

    Forms, local rules, jury information, opinions, Public Access to Court Electronic Records database (PACER), and more.
  271. U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado - Forms -

    Includes local rules of practice, civil forms, and criminal forms.
  272. U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission -
  273. U.S. House of Representatives Homepage -

    Includes search function to find your representative.
  274. U.S. Legal Research Aids -

    Online legal dictionaries and encyclopedias.
  275. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office -

    Find out whether a patent or trademark already exists for your idea or product, and/or register your own patents and trademarks.
  276. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office - Forms -

    Direct link to the forms needed to file for a patent or trademark for your idea, product, or business.
  277. U.S. Senate Homepage -
  278. Uniform Laws and Model Acts -

    State Uniform Acts.
  279. United States Code -

    Searchable by U.S Code citation, Public Law Number, or popular name. From the GPO's Federal Digital System.
  280. United States Courts -

    Court locator, rules & policies, judges, statistics, forms, fees, and more.
  281. United States Patent and Trademark Office Kids’ Pages -

    Information for young inventors.
  282. USA Patriot Act and Intellectual Freedom -

    From ALA - explains confidentiality of library records.
  283. USA.gov Forms -

    Includes links to specific forms such as tax forms, FAFSA, and the W-2, as well as forms for citizens & the public such as citizenship & immigration, patent & trademark, and social security forms, and more.
  284. Victims' Rights -

    From the Colorado Law Project at the University of Denver. Includes both state and federal victims rights rules and resources.
  285. Water Law Guide -

    From WashLaw. Includes international information, water rights law, and more.
  286. Westlaw Glossary for Legal Research Basics -
  287. Wex -

    Legal dictionary and encyclopedia from Cornell’s Legal Information Institute.
  288. What You Need to Know About Representing Yourself in Court -

    From the Colorado State Judicial Branch.
  289. Wills in Colorado -

    From the Colorado Bar Association.
  290. Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning -

    From the Colorado Law Project.
  291. Youth and the Law -

    Colorado laws pertaining to minors, such as age of majority, emancipation, work, parents rights and responsibilities, cars and traffic, etc.
  292. YouTube EDU -

    Videos and channels from YouTube college and university partners, including Dartmouth, Stanford, USC, and MIT.
  293. Zimmerman's Research Guide -

    Online encyclopedia for legal researchers.