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Interest in Colorado

Colorado law sets the statutory interest rate on judgments and most contract debts at 8% per year. This rate is established by C.R.S. § 5-12-101 through § 5-12-106, which govern the calculation and accrual of interest. Interest generally begins to accrue from the date the amount becomes due or the judgment is entered. The specific method for computing interest, including any adjustments or exceptions, is detailed in the official source. The worked example below demonstrates how this 8% rate applies to a typical judgment amount. To estimate the interest owed in a particular case, use the DocketMath calculator to generate a precise figure.

Interest calculation example

For a Colorado this interest calculation, use the verified rate from the current rule packet: 8%. The verified packet cites C.R.S. § 5-12-101; C.R.S. § 5-12-102; C.R.S. § 5-12-103; C.R.S. § 5-12-106; C.R.S. § 13-21-101 (https://olls.info/crs/crs2025-title-05.htm).

Example inputs:

• Principal: $10,000
• Days in calculation period: 365

Calculation:

• Convert the rate to a decimal: 8% = 0.08
• Multiply principal by the rate and the day fraction.
• Example interest: $800.00

This example is generated from verified packet facts. Confirm compounding, judgment date, and case-specific accrual before relying on the amount.

Interest calculation example

For a Colorado this interest calculation, use the verified rate from the current rule packet: 8%. The verified packet cites C.R.S. § 5-12-101; C.R.S. § 5-12-102; C.R.S. § 5-12-103; C.R.S. § 5-12-106; C.R.S. § 13-21-101 (https://olls.info/crs/crs2025-title-05.htm).

Example inputs:

• Principal: $10,000
• Days in calculation period: 365

Calculation:

• Convert the rate to a decimal: 8% = 0.08
• Multiply principal by the rate and the day fraction.
• Example interest: $800.00

This example is generated from verified packet facts. Confirm compounding, judgment date, and case-specific accrual before relying on the amount.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the interest 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.