Colorado § 38-34-101 - General policy regarding titles.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 38-34-101 — General policy regarding titles., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38-34-101. General policy regarding titles.
It is the purpose and intention of this article and article 35, part 2 of article 39, and part 1 of article 41 of this title to render titles to real property and every interest therein more secure and marketable, and it is declared to be the policy in this state that this article and all other laws concerning or affecting title to real property and every interest therein and all recorded instruments, decrees, and orders of courts of record, including all proceedings in the suits or causes wherein such orders or decrees have been entered or rendered, shall be liberally construed with the end in view of rendering such titles absolute and free from technical defects so that subsequent purchasers and encumbrancers by way of mortgage, judgment, or otherwise may rely on the record title and so that the record title of the party in possession is sustained and not defeated by technical or strict constructions.
Source: L. 27: p. 605, § 44. CSA: C. 40, § 151. CRS 53: § 118-8-1. C.R.S. 1963: § 118-8-1. L. 92: Entire section amended, p. 2185, § 65, effective June 2.
ANNOTATION
Law reviews. For an article regarding recording of a deed as evidence of delivery, see 7 Dicta 8 (1930). For article, "Curative Statutes of Colorado Respecting Titles to Real Estate", see 16 Dicta 35 (1939). For article, "A Legislative Pattern for Protection of Real Estate Titles", see 24 Dicta 9 (1947). For article, "Curative Statutes of Colorado Respecting Titles to Real Estate", see 26 Dicta 281 (1949). For note, "'Color of Title' in the Colorado Short Statutes of Limitation", see 21 Rocky Mt. L. Rev. 226 (1949). For article, "Summary of Denver Bar-Sponsored Bills Passed by General Assembly", see 28 Dicta 173 (1951). For note, "The Effect of Tax Titles upon Easements and Restrictions Upon the Use of Land in Colorado", see 33 Dicta 228 (1956). For article, "What's in the Pockets?", see 53 Colo. Law. 28 (Apr. 2024).
Applied in Birkby v. Wilson, 92 Colo. 281, 19 P.2d 490 (1933); Rock v. Fastenau, 122 Colo. 41, 219 P.2d 781 (1950); Fees-Krey, Inc. v. Page, 42 Colo. App. 8, 591 P.2d 1339 (1978).
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 38-34-101
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 38-34-101 cover?
Section 38-34-101 ("General policy regarding titles.") 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 § 38-34-101?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 38-34-101" (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 § 38-34-101 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.