Colorado State Sign Regulations

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Our Colorado State-Specific Signs Compliance – Resource Bulletin will help you understand a variety of signage rules, regulations and requirements enacted in the state. Topics include:

  • No smoking signs
  • Swimming pool signs
  • Concealed weapon signs
  • Cell phone signs
  • Baby surrender signs

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Bulletin Overview

No Smoking Signs

The State of Colorado prohibits smoking in indoor public places and places of employment, including restaurants and bars. Exemptions to the statewide ban are granted to designated hotel/motel rooms, cigar-tobacco bars, designated areas in airports, and designated areas in nursing homes. The Colorado Clean Air Act became law on 7/1/2006 and requires posting of signs enforcing the law. (25-14-204, 205)

Swimming Pool Signs

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment stipulates the rules governing the use of public swimming pools and spas. Regulation 5 CCR 1003-5 became effective on 4/30/98 and requires the posting of signs at public swimming pools and spas.

Concealed Weapon Signs

Colorado allows residents of the state to carry a concealed firearm (CCW) provided they have been issued a permit granted by the local county sheriff in which they reside. The applicant must be at least 21 years old, has not been convicted of a felony, does not have a documented addiction to alcohol or a controlled substance, and has demonstrated competence with a firearm through proof of participation in an organized shooting competition or current military service. There are certain places such as schools and public buildings with weapons screening devices, etc. where CCW is forbidden even with a permit. Colorado honors the CCW permits of various other states. (18-12-203) (18-12-214)

Cell Phone Signs

The State of Colorado bans the use of hand-held cell phones for texting communications by all drivers of motorized vehicles. Drivers under the age of 18 are forbidden from using cell phones for both voice and texting communications. The law, HB-1094, became effective on 5/4/2009.

Baby Surrender Signs

Since the first baby surrender (safe-haven) law was enacted in Texas in 1999, all U.S. states, as well as the District of Columbia, have passed safe-haven legislation. The laws allow an unharmed infant to be relinquished to the proper authorities.