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The document provides detailed instructions for filing a Replevin action in Colorado, which allows a plaintiff to recover personal property wrongfully taken or detained by a defendant. It outlines the general information about the process, common legal terms, required forms, filing steps, associated fees, and what to expect during court hearings. The document emphasizes that it is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.

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Complete the appropriate forms as listed. Ensure you fill in the caption area on all forms filed, including your name as Plaintiff and the Defendant's name.
In the Verified Complaint, detail why you believe you are entitled to possession of the property and list all items on Exhibit A with their approximate values.
File your completed documents with the Court and pay the required filing fee. If not notarized, sign in front of the Clerk.
Arrange for service of process on each Defendant at least 7 days before their appearance date. Provide necessary documents to your process server.
Attend your Show Cause Hearing prepared with relevant forms and evidence. Be ready for any outcome based on the Judge's ruling.

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What did Abraham Lincoln say about representing yourself in court?

Abraham Lincoln once said, He who represents himself has a fool for a client. President Lincoln was an attorney first, and felt no one (including an attorney) should represent themselves in a court case.

Whats the saying about representing yourself in court?

It is an old law adage, copied from the Italian proverb of Che sinsegna, c. that the man who is his own lawyer has a fool for a client. If he undertakes, of choice, to become so in making his will, he seems to us to verify the proverb in the most obvious and striking instance.

What is it called when you want to represent yourself?

A person who goes to court without being represented by a lawyer is called self-represented or pro se. Pro se is a Latin term that means for oneself.

Has anyone ever won a court case representing themselves?

Many people have successfully represented themselves. Others have gone to court and found that their case was more complicated or that the court process was more difficult than they expected. These are some things to consider when deciding whether to represent yourself: Are you good at completing paperwork?