Colo. Rev. Stat. § 16-1-105
Interpretation of words and phrases
Colorado · Colorado Revised Statutes Title 16 — Criminal Proceedings · Status: effective
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- Colo. Rev. Stat. § 16-1-105, Interpretation of words and phrases, Colorado, version 1 as recorded 2026-10-03, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/2294748
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(1) In interpreting this code, such words and phrases as are defined in this article shall have the meanings indicated by their definitions, unless a particular context clearly requires a different meaning.
(2) Words or phrases not defined in this code but which are defined in the "Colorado Criminal Code" (title 18, C.R.S.) shall have the meanings given therein except when a particular context clearly requires a different meaning.
(3) Words and phrases used in this code and not expressly defined shall be construed according to the rules governing the construction of statutes of this state.