Code of Colorado Regulations 1505 - Department of State
Code of Colorado Regulations (CCR) – 1505: Department of State
CCR 1505 contains the administrative rules and regulations issued by the Colorado Department of State. These rules provide detailed guidance on how laws passed by the Colorado legislature relating to elections, business filings, and other state functions are implemented.
Key Areas Covered in CCR 1505:
Business and Commercial Filings
Rules for filing business documents, including corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), partnerships, and trademarks.
Procedures for registering, maintaining, and dissolving businesses.
Filing fees, reporting requirements, and compliance standards.
Notaries Public
Requirements to become a notary in Colorado.
Duties and responsibilities of notaries.
Procedures for commissions, renewals, and disciplinary actions.
Elections and Campaign Finance
Rules governing elections administration, including voter registration and election procedures.
Candidate filing requirements for local, state, and federal offices.
Campaign finance reporting and compliance rules.
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC)
Regulations for filings under the UCC, such as financing statements.
Rules for amendments, continuations, and terminations of UCC filings.
Official Records and Publications
Procedures for maintaining official state records.
Access to public records and certification processes.
Publication of official notices and legal filings.
Administrative Procedures
Procedures for contested cases, rulemaking, and hearings under the Department of State.
Enforcement and compliance procedures for violations of the regulations.
How CCR 1505 Works
Authority: The Department of State creates regulations under powers granted by the Colorado Revised Statutes.
Purpose: To ensure clarity and consistency in business filings, elections, notaries, and other state-administered functions.
Enforcement: Compliance with these rules is required; failure to follow them may result in penalties, rejection of filings, or disciplinary action.
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