Colorado § 25-20-103 - Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions.
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§ 25-20-103. Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions.
(1) A person who suffers from epilepsy, diabetes, a cardiac condition, or any other type of illness that causes temporary blackouts, semiconscious periods, or complete unconsciousness, or who suffers from a condition requiring specific medication or medical treatment, is allergic to certain medications or items used in medical treatment, wears contact lenses, has religious objections to certain forms of medication or medical treatment, or is unable to communicate coherently or effectively in the English language, is authorized and encouraged to wear an identifying device.
(2) Any person may carry an identification card bearing his name, type of medical condition, physician's name, and other medical information.
(3) By wearing an identifying device a person gives his consent for any peace officer or medical practitioner who finds him in a disabled condition to make a reasonable search of his clothing or other effects for an identification card of the type described in subsection (2) of this section.
Source: L. 73: p. 754, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 66-39-3.
Source: official Colorado text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 25-20-103 ("Identifying devices for persons having certain conditions.") 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.
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