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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 3, 2026Hillsborough

Colorado Senate Bill 11 requires social media companies to respond to search warrants within 72 hours

Starting August 12, 2026, social media platforms operating in Colorado must respond to law enforcement search warrants within 72 hours. The law also mandates that these companies maintain a dedicated phone line for direct communication with security agencies regarding pending legal orders.

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Why It Matters

This law changes the timeline for digital evidence collection in criminal investigations, requiring tech companies to prioritize and expedite responses to Colorado law enforcement requests.

Key Facts

  • Social media companies must respond to search warrants within 72 hours starting August 12, 2026.
  • Companies are required to establish a dedicated phone line for law enforcement to discuss pending warrants.
  • The law aims to accelerate criminal investigations that rely on digital evidence.
  • This legislation is a scaled-back version of a 2025 proposal that included content moderation and child protection provisions.
  • Governor Jared Polis vetoed the 2025 version due to concerns over data collection requirements and state-level enforcement mandates.
  • The 2025 attempt to override the Governor's veto failed in the House of Representatives.

Who's Mentioned

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