§ 2-4-112. Conflict in the Expression of Numbers
If there is a conflict between figures and words in expressing a number, the words govern. Source: L. 73: R&RE, p. 1423, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 135-1-112.
§ 2-4-113. Use of “To” in Reference to Several Sections
Wherever in the statutes of this state a reference is made to several sections and the section numbers given in the reference are connected by the word “to”, the reference includes both sections whose numbers are given and all intervening sections. Source: L. 75: Entire section added, p. 205, § 1, effective July 16.
§ 2-4-114. Introductory Portion
The portion of any section, subsection, paragraph, or subparagraph which precedes a list of examples, requirements, conditions, or other items may be referred to and cited as the “introductory portion” to the section, subsection, paragraph, or subparagraph. Source: L. 75: Entire section added, p. 205, § 1, effective July 16.
§ 2-4-201. Intentions in the Enactment of Statutes
In enacting a statute, it is presumed that: Compliance with the constitutions of the state of Colorado and the United States is intended; The entire statute is intended to be effective; A just and reasonable result is intended; A result feasible of execution is intended; Public interest is favored over any private interest. Source: L. […]
§ 2-4-202. Statutes Presumed Prospective
A statute is presumed to be prospective in its operation. Source: L. 73: R&RE, p. 1424, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 135-1-202.
§ 2-4-203. Ambiguous Statutes – Aids in Construction
If a statute is ambiguous, the court, in determining the intention of the general assembly, may consider among other matters: The object sought to be attained; The circumstances under which the statute was enacted; The legislative history, if any; The common law or former statutory provisions, including laws upon the same or similar subjects; The […]
§ 2-4-204. Severability of Statutory Provisions
If any provision of a statute is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional, the remaining provisions of the statute are valid, unless it appears to the court that the valid provisions of the statute are so essentially and inseparably connected with, and so dependent upon, the void provision that it cannot […]
§ 2-4-205. Special or Local Provision Prevails Over General
If a general provision conflicts with a special or local provision, it shall be construed, if possible, so that effect is given to both. If the conflict between the provisions is irreconcilable, the special or local provision prevails as an exception to the general provision, unless the general provision is the later adoption and the […]
§ 2-4-206. Irreconcilable Statutes Passed at the Same or Different Sessions
If statutes enacted at the same or different sessions of the general assembly are irreconcilable, the statute prevails which is latest in its effective date. If the irreconcilable statutes have the same effective date, the statute prevails which is latest in its date of passage. Source: L. 73: R&RE, p. 1424, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: […]
§ 2-4-207. Original Controls Over Subsequent Printing
If the language of the official copy of a statute conflicts with the language of any subsequent printing or reprinting of the statute, the language of the official copy prevails. Source: L. 73: R&RE, p. 1424, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 135-1-207.