Colorado § 1-5-802 - Use of voting systems - voter-verified paper record.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 1-5-802 — Use of voting systems - voter-verified paper record., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1-5-802. Use of voting systems - voter-verified paper record.
(1) In addition to the other requirements of this article, the voting system used in each primary, general, coordinated, or congressional district vacancy election held in the state on and after January 1, 2010, shall have the capability to produce a voter-verifiable paper record of each elector's vote. Before an elector's vote is cast, the elector shall have the opportunity, in private and without assistance, to inspect and verify that the voter-verified paper record correctly reflects the elector's choices. Any political subdivision that has not complied with the provisions of this section on or before January 1, 2009, shall comply with such provisions by January 1, 2014.
(2) The requirements of subsection (1) of this section shall apply to each primary, general, coordinated, or congressional district vacancy election conducted by a county clerk and recorder on and after January 1, 2008, if the governing body of the county determines that:
(a) The technology necessary to comply with the requirements of subsection (1) of this section is available; and
(b) (I) Sufficient federal or state funds are available to acquire or retrofit voting devices that comply with the requirements of subsection (1) of this section; or
(II) It is otherwise financially feasible for the county to comply with the requirements of subsection (1) of this section.
(3) Upon satisfaction by a county of the requirements of this section, the voter-verified paper record of each eligible elector's vote, whether filled out by hand or produced by a voting machine or ballot marking device, shall be preserved as an election record pursuant to section 1-7-802 and shall constitute an official record of the election.
(4) No voting device shall be remotely accessed or remotely accessible until after the close of voting and a results total tape has been printed, as applicable.
Source: L. 2005: Entire part added, p. 1403, § 22, effective June 6; entire part added, p. 1438, § 22, effective June 6. L. 2009: (1) amended, (HB 09-1335), ch. 260, p. 1194, § 10, effective May 15.
PART 9
MULTILINGUAL BALLOT ACCESS
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 1-5-802
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 1-5-802 cover?
Section 1-5-802 ("Use of voting systems - voter-verified paper record.") is part of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Colorado. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Colorado § 1-5-802?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 1-5-802" (Colorado). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Colorado law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Colorado official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Colorado attorney.
How does Colorado § 1-5-802 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Colorado can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Colorado.