Rule 8 - FIREARMS AND WEAPONSNo weapons will be allowed in any courtroom, hearing room, chambers, or clerk's office except as specified in this rule, other than those used as evidence in a court proceeding.
(a) Sworn law enforcement officers and authorized security personnel are permitted to carry weapons while on duty or appearing in an official capacity. Officers appearing either in uniform or civilian attire will sign in at the Information Desk and will be issued an identification badge which must be visibly displayed on the outside of clothing. At the conclusion of the officer's business, the identification badge must be returned to the Information Desk.(b) Sworn law enforcement officers are not permitted to carry weapons if they are appearing in a private capacity as a party in any action, except by permission of the court.Local. R. Jud. Dist. Colo. 8
Adopted en banc 9/2/2003; Approved by the Colorado Supreme Court Pursuant to C.R.C.P. § 121(b), 11/18/2004, effective 1/1/2005.