Colorado § 22-96-102 - Definitions.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 22-96-102 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 22-96-102. Definitions.
As used in this article 96, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) "Behavioral health care" means services to prevent, identify, and treat substance use disorders, substance misuse, and mental health disorders, including services to support social-emotional health.
(1.5) "Department" means the department of education created and existing pursuant to section 24-1-115.
(2) "Education provider" means a school district, a board of cooperative services, a charter school authorized by a school district pursuant to part 1 of article 30.5 of this title, or a charter school authorized by the state charter school institute pursuant to part 5 of article 30.5 of this title.
(2.3) "Program" means the behavioral health care professional matching grant program created in section 22-96-103 (1)(a).
(2.5) "School" means a public elementary, middle, junior high, or high school.
(3) "School health professional" means a state-licensed or state-certified school nurse, school psychologist, school social worker, school counselor, or other state-licensed or state-certified professional qualified under state law to provide support services to children and adolescents, including mental health professionals licensed pursuant to article 245 of title 12.
(4) Repealed.
(5) "State board" means the state board of education created pursuant to section 1 of article IX of the state constitution.
Source: L. 2014: Entire article added, (SB 14-215), ch. 352, p. 1604, § 3, effective July 1. L. 2017: IP and (3) amended, (2.5) added, and (4) repealed, (SB 17-068), ch. 138, p. 462, § 3, effective August 9. L. 2018: (3) amended, (HB 18-1309), ch. 269, p. 1663, § 8, effective August 8. L. 2019: (1) and (3) amended and (1.5) added, (SB 19-010), ch. 155, p. 1842, § 1, effective May 10. L. 2025: (2.3) added, (SB 25-275), ch. 377, p. 2049, § 88, effective August 6.
Cross references: For the legislative declaration in SB 17-068, see section 1 of chapter 138, Session Laws of Colorado 2017.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 22-96-102
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 22-96-102 cover?
Section 22-96-102 ("Definitions.") 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 § 22-96-102?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 22-96-102" (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 § 22-96-102 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.