Michael McHenry at a glance
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Michael McHenry
Biography
Professional career
Education
- Michael P. McHenry earned his undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Electrical Engineering in 1983 from the University of Colorado, followed by a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from the University of Colorado School of Law in 1991.
Additional information
- After law school, he held the role of a Deputy Colorado State Public Defender
- representing indigent clients in serious criminal cases, including sex assault, murder, and death penalty trials.
- Beyond the courtroom, Judge McHenry has contributed to the community by serving on the board of directors for Interfaith Hospitality Network, a nonprofit providing shelter to homeless families, and as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Colorado.
Applicable Court Rules & Procedures
Expanded Media Coverage
Statewide
Colorado expanded media coverage requests must comply with Chapter 38, Rule 3 and are submitted to the court before the proceeding; authorization remains subject to court rules, orders, restrictions, and limitations.
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Expanded Media Notice
Statewide
Colorado expanded media coverage applications generally must be submitted at least twenty-four hours before the court proceeding, though judges may consider shorter-notice requests in some circumstances.
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Published courtroom rules
Shared court rules
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