Yes. Colorado courts grant a divorce if they find the marriage is “irretrievably broken,” and neither spouse has to prove misconduct. If one spouse denies that, the court may continue the case briefly, then still decide based on the evidence presented.

At least one spouse must be domiciled in Colorado for 91 days before filing. If you have minor children, Colorado generally must be their “home state” (they’ve lived here for the last 182 days, or since birth) for the court to decide parental responsibilities.

Even if you agree on everything, the court can’t issue a decree until at least 91 days after service or a joint filing. In simple, fully-settled cases, many courts allow a Decree Without Appearance (by affidavit) after that period. Contested issues (property, parenting, support) can extend the timeline.

Colorado courts decide: division of marital property/debts (equitable distribution), spousal maintenance (alimony), child support, and Allocation of Parental Responsibilities (APR)—decision-making and parenting time. Each issue is governed by statute.

Colorado is an equitable distribution state. The judge divides marital property fairly (not automatically equally) after considering factors like each spouse’s contributions, economic circumstances, increases in separate property, and more. Separate property stays with its owner.

Judges first decide if maintenance is appropriate, then set amount and duration. Colorado has advisory guidelines (often: 40% of the higher earner’s adjusted gross income minus 50% of the lower earner’s) and a duration table keyed to the length of marriage—both are guidelines, and courts can deviate based on case facts.

APR covers decision-making and parenting time. The judge applies the best-interests of the child factors (relationships, the child’s needs, parents’ ability to put the child first, history of violence, etc.). There’s no set age when a child “chooses,” but a mature child’s wishes are one factor.

Colorado uses statutory guidelines that look at both parents’ incomes, overnights, health insurance, childcare costs, and certain adjustments. Courts (and parties) complete Worksheet A or B to calculate a presumptive amount. Support usually ends at age 19 (can extend for high-school completion or disability).

Yes. Rule 16.2 requires robust, early mandatory financial disclosures (Sworn Financial Statement, tax returns, pay stubs, bank/retirement statements, valuations, etc.). Courts expect complete, timely disclosure—and can sanction non-compliance.

Many judicial districts order mediation before permanent orders to narrow disputes or settle. The Colorado Office of Dispute Resolution explains how court-connected mediation works; some districts even have blanket mediation orders in domestic cases.

Several districts require a parenting education class when cases involve minor children, and state law authorizes courts to order parent education. Check your county’s local practice or standing orders after filing.

You can request a temporary civil protection order (TPO) using court forms; if granted, the court sets a permanent-order hearing within 14 days. Proper service is required, and some TPOs include firearm restrictions under state law. The Judicial Branch site provides step-by-step instructions and forms.