Colorado Referendum C (1994)

Colorado Referendum C (1994) was a measure regarding post-conviction bail. This ballot measure was referred to the ballot by the Colorado General Assembly. It passed with 76.9% of voters in favor.

Text of measure

The proposed amendment to the Colorado Constitution would:

- Allow the court to grant post-conviction bail "only as provided by statute as enacted by the General Assembly," except for the offenses listed below;

- Specify the following offenses for which a state court would be required to deny bail to a convicted felon while the offender is awaiting sentencing or an appeal of the conviction:

-- murder;

-- any felony sexual assault involving the use of a deadly weapon;

-- any felony sexual assault committed against a child who is under fifteen years of age;

-- a crime of violence as defined by statute enacted by the General Assembly; and

-- any felony involving the use of a firearm;

- Require the court to make specific findings in setting bail for an eligible convicted person, as to whether the person is likely to flee, whether the person will pose a danger to the safety of any person or the community, and whether the appeal is frivolous or pursued for the purpose of delay.

See also

• List of Colorado ballot measures

References

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