Coronavirus (COVID-19) has impacted almost every aspect of society, including the criminal justice system, leaving crowded courts, prisons and jails especially susceptible to the outbreak. This memorandum provides an overview of how courts in Colorado are handling this public health emergency.

Judicial districts and even district courts within judicial districts have distinct philosophies and implementation of enforcement for habitually truant students. This report is designed to provide a comprehensive picture of these truancy courts, analyze the commonalities, and make recommendations for best practices in enforcing compulsory attendance laws in Colorado through the judiciary.