Denver County Court

Dismissal Before Final Hearing

RULE 17 – DISMISSAL BEFORE FINAL HEARING

17.1   Except as provided in Rule 22, the charges shall be dismissed with prejudice if the officer fails to appear at the final hearing.

17.2   The charges shall be dismissed if the final hearing is not held within 90 days from the defendant’s answer, pursuant to the provisions of Rule 248 of the Colorado Municipal Court Rules.