After charges dropped against a violent offender, lawmakers to take closer look at competency laws
Colorado lawmakers say they plan to take a closer look at the state's competency laws and changes made last year under House Bill 1034.
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Colorado lawmakers say they plan to take a closer look at the state's competency laws and changes made last year under House Bill 1034.
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