Representative Anne McGihon
Witness Protection Records Confidential

Witness Protection Records Confidential

Bill Number

HB07-1147

Bill Originated

House

Bill Sponsors

Garcia/Spence

Bill Status

Signed into law, 3/5/07

Bill Summary

This bill makes records and information related to witness protection matters confidential. The records and information shall not be discoverable in court unless during private review a judge concludes that the materials are necessary for the resolution of an issue before the court. This bill follows HB 06-1379 (Garcia/Spence) to give Colorado law enforcement agencies more tools related to witness protection.