Residential Evictions

Written Guide

• JDF 100 – Guide to Residential Evictions

  • JDF 100 (PDF)    |    JDF 100 ( PDF En Español)

   

Video Guide

• Eviction Filing Process (Video)

Step 1 - Pre-Filing Requirements (Landlord)

Step 1A - Eviction Notice

Note: Use the Spanish Translation version if the Tenant's primary language is Spanish.

• JDF 99 A  -  Demand for Compliance
  • JDF 99 A (PDF)    |    JDF 99 A (PDF with Spanish Translation)
• JDF 99 B  -  Notice to Terminate Tenancy
  • JDF 99 B (PDF)    |    JDF 99 B (PDF with Spanish Translation)
• JDF 99 C  -  Notice of No-Fault Eviction
  • JDF 99 C (PDF)    |    JDF 99 C (PDF with Spanish Translation

Step 1B - Mandatory Mediation (if required)

• Schedule at: https://www.ColoradoODR.org

Step 2 - Start the Case (Landlord)

Note: Use the Spanish Translation versions if the Tenant's primary language is Spanish.

• JDF 101  -  Complaint
  • JDF 101 (PDF)    |    JDF 101 (PDF with Spanish Translation)
• JDF 102  -  Summons (just sections A to D)
  • JDF 102 (PDF)    |    JDF 102 (PDF with Spanish Translation)

Step 3 - Service (Landlord)

 Gather copies of the Step 2 Documents along with a blank copy of:

• JDF 103 – Eviction Answer
  • JDF 103 (PDF)    |    JDF 103 (PDF with Spanish Translation)
• JDF 108 - Request for Documents
  • JDF 108 (PDF)    |    JDF 108 (PDF with Spanish Translation)

Provide the forms to a process server or Sherriff's Office to formally deliver (called personal service) to the Tenants.  Provide Form:

• JDF 98  -  Affidavit of Service (Just sections 1-4)
  • JDF 98 (PDF)

The process server will complete the form and return it to you.  File that into your case.

Step 4 - Response (Tenant)

• JDF 103  -  Eviction Answer
  • JDF 103 (PDF)    |    JDF 103 (PDF En Español)
• As needed:
  • JDF 104  -  Unlivable Conditions Affidavit
    • JDF 104 (PDF)    |    JDF 104 (PDF En Español)
  • JDF 105  -  Notice About Remote Participation
    • JDF 105 (PDF)    |    JDF 105 (PDF En Español)

Step 5 - Prepare for Hearing

• JDF 108 - Request for Documents
  • JDF 108 (PDF)    |    JDF 108 (PDF with Spanish Translation)

Step 6 - Resolution

• JDF 106 A  -  Stipulated Agreement (parties agree to terms to end the case)
• JDF 106 B  -  Order re Stipulated Agreement

Or

• JDF 107 A  -  Motion for Entry of Judgment
• JDF 107 B   -  Judgment Order

Step 7 - Enforcement (If Needed)

• JDF 109  -  Writ of Restitution
• JDF 91  -  Motion for Entry of Judgment on Stipulation

How to Issue a Subpoena

• A Subpoena must be served no later than 48 hours before the court event.
• A Subpoena to Appear is a document issued by the clerk (at the request of one of the parties) to require a witness to attend a deposition, hearing, or trial.  It can also require the witness to bring certain documents or evidence to the event.
• A court hearing or trial must be scheduled before you request a subpoena.
• For additional information, please review C.R.C.P. 345.

View Instructions and Forms on Issuing a Subpoena

File Forms Online

• http://www.jbits.courts.state.co.us/efiling

Efiling Video Guide:

Hearing Tips

On Your Court Date

• Be on time or early for your court hearing
• Have all of your information, completed paperwork, exhibits (lease, notice, etc.), and any other evidence with you. Evidence can include a copy of the lease, copies of emails between the landlord and renter, copies of rent receipts, photographs of the property, etc. Organize and label each piece of evidence as exhibits that you can share with the judge.
  • If you are the Plaintiff, label your exhibits with numbers starting with 1.
  • If you are the Defendant, label your exhibits with letters starting with A.
  • Make copies of your exhibits for the other Party (plaintiff, other defendants) and for the judge. You will have to pay for any copies that the courthouse staff makes for you.
• Turn off your cell phone and respect everyone in the courtroom. Refer to the judge as "Your Honor" or "Judge."
• You may be asked to talk with the other other person(s) involved in the case) to see if you can settle the case before the hearing.

During the Hearing

• The Plaintiff(s) will tell the judge why the Defendant should be evicted from the apartment or house.
• The Defendant(s) tell the judge why the Plaintiff should not evict the Defendant(s) from the apartment or house.
• Both the Plaintiff and the Defendant should focus on the facts. Present any exhibits to the judge and call witnesses to provide important information about your case.
• Ask your witnesses questions so that they can testify.
• If the other person has an attorney, the attorney may object to or ask the judge to ignore exhibits and witnesses that you try to bring up in your case.

Outside Resources

• Interactive Eviction Resources Map  –  find local resources to help you pay your rent or mortgage.
• Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention  –  Colo. Dept. of Local Affairs website.
• Model Rent Repayment Agreement  –  PDF   |   WORD
• Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
• fixmyrental.org – for cases where the rental is unsafe or unlivable.