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HB 1060

Expand Criminal Jurisdiction for Out-of-State Conduct

2026 Regular Session

HB 1060 expands Colorado's authority to criminally prosecute individuals for conduct committed outside Colorado's borders, potentially allowing dual prosecution across states.

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Bill Summary · HB 1060

Legislative bill overview

HB 1060 expands Colorado's criminal jurisdiction to prosecute individuals for criminal conduct committed outside the state's borders. The bill allows Colorado courts to pursue cases involving out-of-state crimes that currently fall outside their jurisdictional reach. This represents a significant broadening of when and where Colorado can exercise legal authority over criminal matters.

Why is this important

Expanded jurisdiction could affect Colorado residents who commit crimes elsewhere, visitors to Colorado accused of out-of-state conduct, and extradition practices between states. It raises questions about due process, federalism principles, and whether individuals could face prosecution in multiple states for identical conduct. The practical implications depend heavily on specific triggering conditions written into the bill's language.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional concerns: May conflict with due process protections and constitutional limits on state jurisdiction; courts have traditionally restricted states' ability to prosecute crimes with minimal connection to their territory
  • Federalism questions: Challenges the traditional principle that states prosecute crimes within their borders; could invite reciprocal legislation from other states creating overlapping jurisdictions
  • Double jeopardy and prosecutorial overreach: Individuals could potentially face criminal charges in multiple states for the same conduct; increases prosecution costs and complexity for defendants
  • Definitional scope: Unclear which out-of-state conduct triggers Colorado jurisdiction (crimes affecting Colorado residents/property? Any felony? Specific offense categories?)

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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