Title 12, Professions and Occupations
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Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-101 Applicability of common provisions
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Articles 1 and 20 of this title 12 apply, according to their terms, to this article 120. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 870, � 1, effective October 1.
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-102 Definitions
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As used in this article 120, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) Board means the state board of licensure for architects, professional engineers, and professional land surveyors, created in section 12-120-103. (2) Surveyor quorum of the board means not less than the three …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-103 State board of licensure for architects, professional engineers, and professional land surveyors - creation - composition - appointment of members - terms - meetings - program director and staff - subject to review - repeal of article
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(1) Board creation. A state board of licensure for architects, professional engineers, and professional land surveyors is created, the duty of which is to administer this article 120, including the duties and powers specified in section 12-120-104. The state board of licensure fo…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-104 Powers and duties of the board and division - rules
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(1) General powers and duties. In order to carry into effect the provisions of this article 120, the board shall: (a) Adopt rules pursuant to section 12-20-204; (b) In addition to rules adopted pursuant to section 12-20-204, adopt: (I) Rules for disciplining licensed architects; …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-105 Prior actions
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(1) The board shall take over, assume, and continue all actions and requirements regarding engineers from its predecessor, the state board of registration for professional engineers and land surveyors. There shall be no legal discontinuity, and previously licensed engineers and l…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-201 General provisions
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In order to safeguard life, health, and property and to promote the public welfare, the practice of engineering is declared to be subject to regulation in the public interest. It shall be deemed that the right to engage in the practice of engineering is a privilege granted by the…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-202 Definitions
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As used in this part 2, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) Certificate means the media issued by the board to evidence licensing of a professional engineer. (2) Engineer means a person who, by reason of intensive preparation in the use of mathematics, chemistry, physics, …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-203 Exemptions
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(1) Nothing in this part 2 requires licensure as a professional engineer for the following: (a) Individuals who normally operate and maintain machinery or equipment; (b) Individuals who perform engineering services for themselves; (c) Partnerships, professional associations, join…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-204 Forms of organizations permitted to practice
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A partnership, corporation, limited liability company, joint stock association, or other entity is not eligible for licensure under this part 2. An entity may practice or offer to practice engineering in Colorado only if the individual in responsible charge of the entity's engine…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-205 Unlawful practice - penalties - enforcement
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(1) It is unlawful for any individual to hold oneself out to the public as a professional engineer unless the individual has complied with this part 2. (2) It is unlawful for any individual, partnership, professional association, joint stock company, limited liability company, or…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-206 Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline
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(1) The board may take disciplinary or other action as authorized by section 12-20-404 against, or limit the scope of practice of, any professional engineer or engineer-intern for: (a) Engaging in fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a license …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-207 Disciplinary proceedings - injunctive relief procedure
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(1) Section 12-20-403 applies to investigations and hearings under this section. (2) The board upon its own motion may, and upon the receipt of a signed complaint in writing from any person shall, investigate the activities of any professional engineer, engineer-intern, or other …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-208 Reconsideration and review of board action
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The board, on its own motion or upon application, at any time after the imposition of any discipline as provided in section 12-120-207, may reconsider its prior action and reinstate or restore the license or terminate probation or reduce the severity of its prior disciplinary act…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-209 Application for license
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(1) The board shall prescribe and furnish the means by which a person may apply for licensure. All applications must be made under oath and accompanied by the appropriate fee. Each application must contain a statement indicating whether the applicant has ever been convicted of a …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-210 Eligibility for engineer-intern
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To be eligible for enrollment as an engineer-intern, an applicant shall provide documentation of the applicant's technical competence. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 885, � 1, effective October 1. Editor's note: This section is simi…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-211 Qualifications for engineer-interns
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(1) Repealed. (2) (a) An applicant may qualify for enrollment as an engineer-intern by graduation and examination if the applicant passes the appropriate examination as adopted by the board in accordance with section 12-120-104 (2)(b). (b) In order to be admitted to the examinati…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-212 Eligibility for professional engineer
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To be eligible for licensing as a professional engineer, an applicant shall provide documentation of the applicant's technical competence. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 886, � 1, effective October 1. Editor's note: This section is …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-213 Qualifications for professional engineer
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(1) Repealed. (2) (a) An applicant may qualify for licensing as a professional engineer by graduation, experience, and examination if the applicant passes the appropriate examination as adopted by the board in accordance with section 12-120-104 (2)(b). (b) In order to be admitted…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-214 Licenses
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(1) The board, upon acceptance of an applicant who has demonstrated competence in professional engineering and upon receipt of payment of the required fee, shall license and issue a unique license number to the applicant. (2) The board, upon acceptance of a qualified engineer-int…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-215 Fees - disposition
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(1) Pursuant to section 12-20-105, the board shall charge and collect fees for the following: (a) With respect to professional engineers: (I) Renewal of a license; (II) Replacement of a physical certificate of licensure, if requested by the licensee; (III) Repealed. (IV) Applicat…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-216 Professional engineer's seal - rules
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(1) Upon receiving a license from the board, a professional engineer may obtain a crimp type seal, a rubber stamp type seal, or an electronic type seal of a design approved by the board. The seal must contain the licensed professional engineer's name and license number and the de…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-301 General provisions
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In order to safeguard life, health, and property and to promote the public welfare, the practice of professional land surveying in Colorado is hereby declared to be subject to regulation. It shall be unlawful for any individual to practice professional land surveying in Colorado …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-302 Definitions
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As used in this part 3, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) Basic control for engineering projects means survey markers set on or in the vicinity of a construction project to enable all components of the project to be built in compliance with plans and specifications with …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-303 Exemptions
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(1) This part 3 shall not be construed to prevent or to affect: (a) The work of an employee or subordinate of a professional land surveyor if the work is performed under the responsible charge of the professional land surveyor; (b) The practice of employees of the federal governm…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-304 Forms of organizations permitted to practice
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(1) A partnership, corporation, limited liability company, joint stock association, or other entity is not eligible for licensure under this part 3. (2) An entity may practice or offer to practice land surveying in this state only if the individual in responsible charge of the en…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-305 Unlawful practice - penalties - enforcement
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(1) It is unlawful for any individual to practice or offer to practice professional land surveying in Colorado without being licensed in accordance with the provisions of this part 3, or for any individual or entity to use or employ the words land surveyor, land surveying, or pro…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-306 Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline
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(1) The board may take disciplinary or other action as authorized by section 12-20-404 against, limit the scope of practice of, or require additional training of any professional land surveyor or land surveyor-intern for: (a) Engaging in fraud, misrepresentation, or deceit in obt…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-307 Disciplinary proceedings - injunctive relief procedure
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(1) Section 12-20-403 applies to investigations and hearings under this section. (2) The board upon its own motion may, and upon the receipt of a signed complaint in writing from any person shall, investigate the activities of any professional land surveyor, land surveyor-intern,…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-308 Reconsideration and review of board actions
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The board, on its own motion or upon application, at any time after the imposition of any discipline as provided in section 12-120-307, may reconsider its prior action and reinstate or restore the license or terminate probation or reduce the severity of its prior disciplinary act…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-309 Application for licensing
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(1) Each application for licensing shall be in a form specified by the board and shall contain statements made under oath showing the applicant's education and showing a detailed summary of the applicant's surveying experience. Each application must contain a statement indicating…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-310 Eligibility for land surveyor-intern
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To be eligible for enrollment as a land surveyor-intern, an applicant shall provide documentation of the applicant's technical competence. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 900, � 1, effective October 1. Editor's note: This section is …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-311 Qualifications for land surveyor-interns
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(1) Repealed. (2) (a) An applicant may qualify for enrollment as a land surveyor-intern by graduation and examination if the applicant passes the appropriate examination as adopted by the board in accordance with section 12-120-104 (2)(b). (b) In order to be admitted to the exami…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-312 Eligibility for professional land surveyor
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To be eligible for licensing as a professional land surveyor, an applicant shall provide documentation of technical competence. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 901, � 1, effective October 1. Editor's note: This section is similar to …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-313 Qualifications for professional land surveyor
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(1) Repealed. (2) (a) An applicant may qualify for licensing as a professional land surveyor by education, experience, and examination if the applicant passes the appropriate examination as adopted by the board in accordance with section 12-120-104 (2)(b) and the examination pert…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-314 Licenses
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(1) The board, upon acceptance of an applicant who has demonstrated competence in professional land surveying and upon receipt of payment of the required fee, shall license and issue a unique license number to the applicant. (2) The board, upon acceptance of a qualified land surv…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-315 Fees - disposition
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(1) Pursuant to section 12-20-105, the board shall charge and collect fees for the following: (a) With respect to professional land surveyors: (I) Renewal of a license; (II) Replacement of a paper certificate or renewal card, if requested by the licensee; (III) Repealed. (IV) App…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-316 Professional land surveyor's seal - rules
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(1) Upon receiving a license from the board, a professional land surveyor may obtain a crimp type seal, a rubber stamp type seal, or an electronic type seal of a design approved by the board. The seal must contain the licensed professional land surveyor's name and license number …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-401 General provisions
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The regulatory authority established by this part 4 is necessary to safeguard the life, health, property, and public welfare of the people of this state and to protect them against unauthorized, unqualified, and improper practice of architecture. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&R…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-402 Definitions
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As used in this part 4, unless the context otherwise requires: (1) Architect means a person licensed under this part 4 and entitled thereby to conduct a practice of architecture in the state of Colorado. (2) Buildings means buildings of any type for public or private use, includi…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-403 Exemptions - definitions
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(1) Nothing in this part 4 shall prevent any person, firm, corporation, or association from preparing plans and specifications for, designing, planning, or administering the construction contracts for construction, alterations, remodeling, additions to, or repair of, any of the f…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-404 Forms of organizations permitted to practice - requirements
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(1) Except as otherwise provided in this section, no firm, partnership, entity, or group of persons shall be licensed to practice architecture; except that a partnership, entity, or group of persons may use the term architects in its business name if a majority of the individual …
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-405 Unauthorized practice - penalties - enforcement
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(1) Unless exempted under section 12-120-403 (7), any person who practices or offers or attempts to practice architecture without an active license issued under this part 4 is subject to penalties as specified in section 12-20-407 (1)(a). (2) (a) It is unlawful for any individual…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-406 Disciplinary actions - grounds for discipline
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(1) The board may take disciplinary or other action as authorized by section 12-20-404 against, or limit the scope of practice of, a licensee for the following: (a) Fraud, misrepresentation, deceit, or material misstatement of fact in procuring or attempting to procure a license;…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-407 Disciplinary proceedings - injunctions
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(1) Section 12-20-403 applies to investigations and hearings under this section. (2) The board upon its own motion may, and upon the receipt of a signed complaint in writing from any person shall, investigate the activities of any licensee or other person that present grounds for…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-408 Reconsideration and review of board actions
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The board, on its own motion or upon application, at any time after the imposition of any discipline as provided in this part 4, may reconsider its prior action and reinstate or restore the license or terminate probation or reduce the severity of its prior disciplinary action. Th…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-409 Application for licensing
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(1) An applicant shall submit an application that includes evidence of education and practical experience as required by section 12-120-413 and the rules of the board. The application shall also include a statement that the applicant has never been denied licensure as an architec…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-410 Professional liability - insurance
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(1) The shareholders, members, or partners of an entity that practices architecture are liable for the acts, errors, and omissions of the employees, members, and partners of the entity except when the entity maintains a qualifying policy of professional liability insurance as set…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-411 Notification to board
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Each architect shall report to the board any malpractice claim against the architect, or against any entity of which the architect is a member, that is settled or in which judgment is rendered, within sixty days after the effective date of the settlement or judgment, if the claim…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-412 Eligibility for architect
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To be eligible for licensing as an architect, an applicant shall provide documentation of technical competence. Source: L. 2019: Entire title R&RE with relocations, (HB 19-1172), ch. 136, p. 917, � 1, effective October 1. Editor's note: This section is similar to former � 12-25-3…
Colo. Rev. Stat. § 12-120-413 Qualifications for architect licensure
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(1) The board shall set minimum educational and experience requirements for applicants within the following guidelines: (a) The board may require: (I) No more than three years of practical experience under the direct supervision of a licensed architect or an architect exempt unde…