AN EXPLAINER

THE
GOOD SAMARITAN
LAW

The Good Samaritan Law in Colorado protects anyone who helps during an overdose, whether trained or not. This law grants immunity from criminal prosecution or arrest when acting in accordance with the law. Keep scrolling to learn more.
PROTECTIONS
THE LAW PROTECTS
PEOPLE WHO:

EXCEPTION
THE LAW DOES NOT PROTECT PEOPLE WHO:
Have an active warrant, are manufacturing drugs, or possess large quantities of illegal drugs.
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