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Colo. R. Civ. P. 3.1
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Rule 3.1 Commencement of Actions in Forcible Entry and Detainer Cases
Chapter 1: Scope of Rules, One Form of Action, Commencement of Action, Service of Process, Pleadings, Motions and Orders
Rule Text
(a) How Commenced. An action filed under Article 40 of Title 13 of the Colorado Revised Statutes is commenced by filing with the court a complaint consisting of a statement of claim setting forth briefly the facts and circumstances giving rise to the action in the manner and form provided in section 13-40-110, C.R.S.
(b) Time of Jurisdiction. The court shall have jurisdiction from the filing of the complaint.
Amendment history: Added and adopted December 11, 2025, effective March 16, 2026 (Rule Change 2025(25)).