Colorado § 25.5-10-235 - Limitations on sterilization.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 25.5-10-235 — Limitations on sterilization., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 25.5-10-235. Limitations on sterilization.
(1) Consent to sterilization shall be made neither a condition for release from any institution nor a condition for the exercise of any right, privilege, or freedom.
(2) Nothing in this article requires any hospital or any person to participate in any sterilization, nor shall any hospital or any person be civilly or criminally liable for refusing to participate in any sterilization.
Source: L. 2013: Entire article added with relocations, (HB 13-1314), ch. 323, p. 1779, § 1, effective March 1, 2014.
Editor's note: This section is similar to former § 27-10.5-132 as it existed prior to 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 25.5-10-235
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 25.5-10-235 cover?
Section 25.5-10-235 ("Limitations on sterilization.") 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 § 25.5-10-235?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 25.5-10-235" (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 § 25.5-10-235 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.