What Is the Statute of Limitations for Defamation in Colorado?
In Colorado, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 1 year under C.R.S. § 13-80-103.
Defamation Deadlines in Colorado
How long do you have to file a defamation claim in Colorado?
In Colorado, the statute of limitations for defamation is generally 1 year under C.R.S. § 13-80-103.
When does the clock start for defamation in Colorado?
One year for libel or slander — the shortest civil deadline in Colorado.
Can the Colorado deadline for defamation be extended?
The single-publication rule generally fixes accrual at first publication.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Colorado?
Often, yes. Notice of claim within 182 days under C.R.S. § 24-10-109. The Colorado Governmental Immunity Act requires written notice of claim within 182 days after the discovery of the injury, and compliance is a jurisdictional prerequisite to suit. A car accident involving a government vehicle triggers both the 182-day notice a…
How does Colorado compare to other states for defamation?
Colorado's 1 year is among the shortest in the country. Across the 48 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for defamation ranges from 1 year to 3 years, and 1 year is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Defamation Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the defamation deadline in Colorado:
