Federal Judge Upholds Colorado’s Decision to Use Jury Award for Restitution, Sparking Controversy Over Rights and Due Process
A federal judge in Colorado has upheld a decision allowing the state to redirect a multimillion-dollar jury award intended for a disabled man towards his outstanding restitution obligations, a ruling that has sparked debate over rights and compensation. U.S. District Judge S. Kato Crews confirmed that the Colorado Department of Corrections acted within its rights by applying more than $3.6 million awarded to Jason Brooks against his existing debt from a 2010 criminal conviction for securities fraud. The jury’s decision, which followed a finding that Brooks’ rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act were violated, … Read more