Colorado Dissolution Without Children (2026)
A Colorado co-petition without children is one of the more streamlined DIY dissolution paths available. Both spouses file together, the 91-day clock starts on Day 1, and no service step is required.
The Fastest Path: Co-Petition
- Both spouses sign JDF 1000 (Petition for Dissolution — Co-Petitioners)
- Complete JDF 1115 (Separation Agreement) — or finalize it during the 91 days
- File at District Court — pay $230 filing fee
- 91-day clock starts on filing date
- Submit ISC Waiver (JDF 1100A) with complete paperwork
- After Day 91: submit Decree of Dissolution (JDF 1100)
- Magistrate signs — Decree entered
No service required. No response period. ISC typically waived. No hearing.
Step-by-Step: No-Children Colorado Dissolution
Step 1 — Confirm Residency
One spouse has lived in Colorado for at least 91 days.
Step 2 — Download JDF Forms
courts.state.co.us → Self Help → Divorce → download co-petition packet
Step 3 — Complete and Sign Forms
Both spouses complete JDF 1000 and JDF 1115. Sign before a notary.
Step 4 — File
File at the District Court in your county. Pay $230. Note the filing date (91-day clock starts).
Step 5 — Initial Status Conference
Court schedules ISC automatically. File ISC Waiver (JDF 1100A) with complete paperwork to cancel it.
Step 6 — Submit Final Papers After 91 Days
File JDF 1100 (Decree) and JDF 1115 (Separation Agreement). Magistrate reviews and signs.
Timeline
| Stage | Duration |
|---|---|
| JDF forms + Separation Agreement | 1–3 weeks |
| Filing (co-petition) | Day 1 |
| 91-day waiting period | 91 days |
| ISC waiver processing | Concurrent with waiting period |
| Final submission + signature | 1–4 weeks after Day 91 |
| Total | ~4–5 months |
Separation Agreement Summary (No Children)
| Asset | Typical Treatment |
|---|---|
| Home | Sell, one keeps (equity buyout + refinancing), or deferred |
| Bank accounts | Split by amount or assign by account |
| Retirement (401k) | QDRO after Decree |
| IRAs | Transfer incident to dissolution |
| Vehicles | Assign + refinance |
| Credit card debt | Assign; include indemnification |
| Maintenance | Per statutory formula or mutual written waiver |
Last reviewed: March 2026 | Colorado co-petition: JDF 1000 | 91-day period (not 90) | courts.state.co.us
Last reviewed: March 2026 · Verify current fees and forms with your local court before filing.