The point system is based on the age of the driver and type of license. If you are in one of the following age categories and accumulate points as shown, the Colorado Motor Vehicle Division may suspend your driving privilege for as long as one year.
MINOR DRIVER: 16-18 years of age
More than 5 points in 12 months
More than 6 points within time period for which license was issued
PROVISIONAL DRIVER: 18-21 years of age
9 points in 12 months
12 points in 24 months
14 points within time period for which license was issued
DRIVER 21 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER
12 points in 12 months
18 points in 24 months
DRIVER IN COURSE OF EMPLOYMENT*
16 points in 12 months
24 points in 24 months
28 points in 48 months
If you enter a plea of Not Guilty to the charge against you, your case will be set for trial. If you wish to set your case for a jury trial, the case must involve a violation that has a possible penalty of imprisonment.
To request a jury trial you must complete the Jury Demand, which is available from the Clerk of the Municipal Court, and post a $25.00 jury deposit within 20 days of the Not Guilty plea, unless the fee is waived by the judge because of indigence. The Jury Demand requests the defendant’s name, and number of jurors requested. The number of juror requested may range from three to six.
If both the jury demand and fee are not filed within the 20-day time frame, you will only be eligible for a trial to the judge.
Requesting A Court Appointed Attorney
Court appointed attorney applications are available, by request, from the Clerk of the Municipal Court or during open Court. Please request these forms as early as possible in the process of your court case. When a court appointed attorney is appointed to handle your case, there must be ample time for you to meet with the attorney, and for the attorney to prepare your case prior to appearing in Court.
When the application has been submitted, you will be informed to contact or return to the Court within 7 to 10 days to see if your request has been granted. If your request is denied, you should know as soon as possible so that you have time to contact an attorney of your choice. The Court will notify you of the attorney’s name, address, and phone number that has been appointed to represent you.
The Judge reviews each application. Determination for granting a court appointed attorney depends on two factors. The first is whether or not the Prosecuting Attorney is seeking jail time. If the Prosecuting Attorney is not seeking jail time, an attorney will not be appointed. The second determining factor is whether or not the defendant meets the state’s indigency guidelines. If it is determined that a defendant is not indigent, a court appointed attorney will not be granted.
Municipal Court of Appeals
An appeal is a request for a higher court to review the ruling of a lower court. All appeals from City of Greeley Municipal Court go before the District Court of the 19th Judicial District and are based solely on the record made in the Municipal Court. A new trial is not conducted. All appeals are in accordance with the Colorado Rules of Criminal Procedure, Rule 37.
The 19th Judicial District Court is located at the Weld County Court House, 901 9th Avenue, P.O. Box 2038, Greeley, CO 80631. The phone number is 970-351-7300.
Giving Legal Advice
Court staff is not permitted by law to give legal advice. For an attorney, contact the Colorado Bar Association, Weld County Bar Association, or an attorney of your choice.
Court staff is not permitted by law to make referrals for posting bonds. For a list of bonding companies available, refer to the Yellow Pages of the telephone directory.
Conduct In The Courtroom
No pagers or cellular telephones or similar electronic devices are to be on at any time while court is in session. If your pager or cell phone should go off, you will be asked to turn it off or exit the building.
We discourage bringing children to Court since there are no facilities available in which to monitor them. Shirts, shoes, and appropriate attire are required when appearing in Court. Hats are to be removed prior to entering the courtroom.
All persons are to remain seated and keep quiet while Court is in session. Please do not smoke or drink in the courtroom.