Colorado · Colorado Revised Statutes — Title 18, Criminal Code
C.R.S. Title 18 § 18-1-704.5: Use of deadly physical force against an intruder
What this law says, in plain English
This statute defines when dwelling occupants may legally use deadly force against intruders and grants immunity from criminal prosecution and civil liability for such force when specific conditions are met.
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