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So, You're 18 Now - A Survival Guide for Young Adults

This booklet (2005), designed for young adults who are turning 18 years old, provides basic information on the new rights and responsibilities they have upon becoming an adult in the eyes of the law. It provides brief answers to some of the questions that young adults may have about their rights and responsibilities and additional resource information. 

Schools are eligible for free copies.  Anyone from the public may purchase a copy $2 each.  To place an order, please contact Carolyn Gravit at 303-824-5323 or email cgravit@cobar.org.

For a summary of the topics covered in each section and to download the information in pdf format, please click on the section title.

  • Citizenship
    Military Service, Voting, Jury Duty, Taxation, Immigration and The Patriot Act
  • Family Law
    Marriage, Annulment, Dissolution of Marriage or Legal Separation, Paternity, Adoption and Domestic Violence

  • On the Job
    Employment and Benefits, Benefits, Contracts, Pay, Discrimination, Sexual Harrassment, Unemployment Compensation and Workers' Compensation

  • On the Road (Motor Vehicles)
    Buying a Car and Car Repair Work, The Colorado Point System, Automobile Insurance, Automobile Registration, Mechanic's Liens, Accidents and DUI/DWAI 

  • At the Store
    Consumer Credit and Protection, Discrimination, High Pressure Sales at Your Home and Collection Practices