Colorado § 10-16-1411 - Unlawful acts - enforcement - penalties.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 10-16-1411 — Unlawful acts - enforcement - penalties., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10-16-1411. Unlawful acts - enforcement - penalties.
(1) On and after January 1, 2022, it is unlawful for any person to purchase or reimburse a payer for a prescription drug for which the board has established an upper payment limit pursuant to section 10-16-1407 at an amount that exceeds the upper payment limit established by the board for that prescription drug, regardless of whether the prescription drug is dispensed or distributed in person, by mail, or by other means.
(2) On and after January 1, 2023, each state entity, carrier, and optional participating plan shall require compliance with an upper payment limit established by the board.
(3) The attorney general is authorized to enforce this part 14 on behalf of any state entity or any consumer of prescription drugs.
(4) Notwithstanding any provision of this part 14 to the contrary, as used in this section, "person" does not include an individual who acquires a prescription drug for the individual's own use or for a family member's use.
(5) Notwithstanding any provision of this section to the contrary, a carrier or state agency that is required pursuant to state or federal law to purchase or reimburse a payer for a prescription drug for which the board has established an upper payment limit pursuant to section 10-16-1407 is not subject to an enforcement action for a violation of subsection (1) or (2) of this section for that particular prescription drug.
Source: L. 2021: Entire part added, (SB 21-175), ch. 240, p. 1273, § 2, effective June 16.
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 10-16-1411
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 10-16-1411 cover?
Section 10-16-1411 ("Unlawful acts - enforcement - penalties.") 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 § 10-16-1411?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 10-16-1411" (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 § 10-16-1411 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.