Colorado CLE requirements
Learn about CLE requirements in Colorado, including hours required, types of courses you’ll need to attend, and more. And, see our free upcoming CLE events!
- Are CLEs required to practice in Colorado?
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Yes
- How many hours are required for Colorado?
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45 CLE hours are required every 3 years.
- What specific types of CLEs are required for Colorado?
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Professional Responsibility 7 hours (2 hours on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity, 5 hours on Legal Ethics or Legal Professionalism)
- When does the compliance period end for Colorado?
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December
- When to report CLE completion in Colorado?
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January
- Where can I report or review my CLE hours for Colorado?
Source: Colorado CLE rules.
Additional CLE rules to be aware of in Colorado
- Does Colorado allow additional CLE to be carried over to the next reporting period? If so, what amount?
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No, there is no carryover allowed.
- Is there a pro-bono exception (i.e., can you apply pro bono hours for CLE credit)?
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Yes
- Do I need to retain my CLE records in Colorado? If so, how long?
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No, there is no requirement to retain CLE records in Colorado.
- Are allied professionals required to complete continuing legal education in Colorado?
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Yes, All licensed attorneys that are registered as “active” with Colorado and under the age of 72 must comply with the MCLE requirement, including those on a limited license: Single Client, Judge Advocate, Military Spouse, and Law Professor
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