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Cost Of Delay in Colorado

Under Colorado law, the cost of delay on a money judgment is set at 8% per year, as specified in Colo. Rev. Stat. § 5-12-102. This statute governs the post-judgment interest rate applied to unpaid amounts from the date the judgment is entered until it is fully satisfied. The rate is fixed by statute and does not fluctuate with market conditions. The interest accrues on the entire judgment amount, including any awarded costs and fees, unless the statute specifies otherwise. The worked example below illustrates how this rate applies over time. For a precise estimate tailored to a specific judgment amount and date, the calculator on this page can compute the total interest owed using the official statutory rate.

Governing authority

In Colorado, the cost of delay rule is set by Colo. Rev. Stat. § 5-12-102. The verified packet cites Colo. Rev. Stat. § 5-12-102 (https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/olls/crs2021-title-5.pdf#page=15).

Colorado cost of delay: the verified value is 8% under Colo. Rev. Stat. § 5-12-102. The verified packet cites Colo. Rev. Stat. § 5-12-102 (https://leg.colorado.gov/sites/default/files/images/olls/crs2021-title-5.pdf#page=15).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the cost of delay calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.