DEPARTMENT OF REGULATORY AUTHORITIES (DORA) OVERVIEW

The Department of Regulatory Authorities (DORA) is responsible for oversight of more than 40 Boards, Commissions and Advisory Committees administering over 50 regulatory programs that govern industries, professions and businesses which represent over 700,000 individual licensees and some 40,000 business entities. When complaints with DORA against licensees individuals and businesses face the threat of punitive action including having licenses revoked or suspended.  

DORA under state law is empowered to promulgate rules that regulate  professions and occupations within the State. The rule making process includes public hearings that allow for input into the process. DORA Divisions also create representative groups consisting of stakeholders for a given industry. These stakeholder groups participate informally in the discussions regarding new rule promulgation, submit comments during the process and pursuant to recent efforts to bolster early engagement have also been invited to provide input prior to the start of the formal rule making process.

The iiLaw Firm defends individual licensees and businesses against investigations and subsequent punitive actions under DORA's purview that may impact the ability for individuals to earn a living and for business entities to conduct business as usual. If a complaint has been filed or you are currently under investigation for conduct related to a license issued by or regulated under DORA please contact our office for immediate help. 

COLORADO CIVIL RIGHTS DIVISION

DORA's Civil Rights Division has as its goal the elimination of discrimination in employment, housing and places of public accommodation. While our firm appreciates the virtue of these goals we represent clients facing investigations, disciplinary actions or litigation. 

DIVISION OF BANKING

DORA's Division of Banking seeks to protect the public by regulating state-chartered banks and trust companies, state-licensed money transmitters, and enforcement of the Public Deposit Protection Act. 

DIVISION OF FINANCIAL SERVICES

DORA's Division of Financial Services aims to protect the public by regulating state-chartered credit unions, savings and loan associations, and the financial activities of various life care institutions organized under the State. 

DIVISION OF INSURANCE

DORA's Division of Insurance regulates the insurance industry in the State and facilitates consumers with resolving matters related tot eh insurance industry. 

DIVISION OF PROFESSIONS AND OCCUPATIONS

DORA's Division of Professions and Occupations licenses numerous professions, occupations and business in Colorado. 

DIVISION OF REAL ESTATE

DORA's Division of Real Estate regulates the industry by licensing and enforcing laws for real estate brokers, mortgage brokers and real estate appraisers. 

DIVISION OF SECURITIES

DORA's Securities Division seeks to protect investors by maintaining the public confidence in the markets and avoiding unreasonable burdens on market participants. 

OFFICE OF CONSUMER COUNSEL

DORA's Office of Consumer Counsel protects the interests of residential, small business and agricultural consumers before the Public Utilities Commission. 

OFFICE OF POLICY, RESEARCH & REG. REFORM

The Colorado Office of Policy, Research & Regulatory Reform seeks to sure up consumer protection by reviewing regulation and policy throughout state government to ensure it is necessary, effective, consistent, flexible and fair. 

DIVISION OF CONSERVATION

Colorado's Division of Conservation is a newly created division and seeks to protect the public by ensuring the soundness of state income tax credits for conservation easements, determining the credibility of appraisals, and assessing the qualifications for deeds of conservation easements.  

PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION

Colorado's Public Utilities Commission protects the public by ensuring seeking to effectively regulate utilities and facilities to ensure Coloradans receive safe, reliable, and reasonably-priced services consistent with the economic, environmental and social values of our State. 

DORA RELATED BOARDS, COMMITTEES & COMMISSIONS

DORA's Divisions are assisted by some 40 Boards, Committees and Commissions that assist in the oversight of numerous professions and industries within the state. If you have been contacted by any of the Boards in connection with a complaint filed against you or your business or if you would like to gain a better understanding of the rules promulgated that impact your profession please do not hesitate to contact our firm. 

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Accountancy Board
Addiction Counselor Examiner, Board of
Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors, State Board of Licensure for
Banking Board
Barber and Cosmetology Advisory Committee
Boxing Commission
Chiropractic Board
Civil Rights Commission
Conservation Easement Oversight Commission
Consumer Insurance Council
Dental Board
Electrical Board
Financial Services Board
Landscape Architect Board
Licensed Professional Counselor Examiners, Board of
Marriage and Family Therapist Examiners, Board of
Medical Board
Mortgage Loan Originators, Board of
Nurse Aide Advisory Committee
Nurse-Physician Advisory Task Force for Colorado Healthcare (NPATCH)
Nursing Board
Nursing Home Administrators Board
Optometry Board
Outfitters Advisory Committee
Passenger Tramway Safety Board
Pharmacy Board
Physical Therapy Board, State
Plumbing Board
Podiatry Board
Producer Advisory Council
Psychologist Examiners Board
Public Utilities Commission (PUC)
Real Estate Appraisers, Board of
Real Estate Commission (Real Estate Brokers)
Registered Psychotherapist Board
Securities Board
Social Work Examiners Board
Title Insurance Advisory Council
Utility Consumers' Board
Veterinary Board

DORA REGULATED PROFESSIONS

DORA through its various Divisions and Boards, Committees and Commissions that assist it regulate numerous professions throughout the State. If a complaint has been filed against you and you hold a license under any of the professions listed below, please do not hesitate to contact our firm for assistance. 

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Accounting Firms, Public  
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Acupuncturists
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Addiction Counselors
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Advanced Practice Nurses
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Anesthesiologist Assistants
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Appraisal Management Companies
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Architects
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Athletic Trainers
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Audiologists
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Bail Bonding Agents
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Banks
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Barber Shops
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Barbers
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Boxers
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Boxing Officials
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Boxing Promoters
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Certified Nurse Aides
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Certified Public Accountants
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Charter Scenic Buses
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Children's Activity Buses
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Chiropractors
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Civil Rights
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Combative Sports
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Common Carriers
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Community Association Managers
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Conservation Easement Holders
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Contract Carriers
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Cosmetologists
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Cosmetology Salons
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Credit Unions
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Crematories
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Dental Hygienists
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Dentists
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Doctors
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Electric Utilities
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Electrical Apprentices
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Electrical Contractors
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Electricians
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Employment Discrimination
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Engineer Interns
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Engineers
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Estheticians
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Fantasy Contests
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Funeral Homes
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Gas Pipeline Safety
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Hairstylists
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Hazardous Materials
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Hearing Aid Providers
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Homeowners Associations
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Household Goods Movers
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Housing Discrimination
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Insurance Agents (Producers)
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Insurance Companies
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Insurance Intermediaries (Public Adjusters)
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Investment Adviser Representatives
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Investment Advisers
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Kickboxers
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Kickboxing Officials
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Kickboxing Promoters
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Land Surveyor Interns
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Land Surveyors
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Landscape Architects
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Licensed Practical Nurses
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Licensed Professional Counselors
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Life Care Institutions
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Luxury Limousines
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Marriage and Family Therapists
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Massage Therapists
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Master Meter Distribution Operations
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​Midwives, Direct Entry
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Mixed Martial Arts Contestants
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Mixed Martial Arts Officials
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Money Transmitters
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Mortgage Broker-Dealers
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Mortgage Loan Originators
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Motor Carriers / Vehicles for Hire
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Nail Technicians
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Natural Gas
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Naturopathic Doctors
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Nurse Aides
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Nurses
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Nursing Home Administrators
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Occupational Therapists
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Occupational Therapy Assistants
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Off-Road Charters
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Optometrists
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Osteopaths
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Outfitters (Guides, Hunting, Fishing)
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Passenger Tramways
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Pharmacies
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Pharmacist Interns
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Pharmacists
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Physical Therapists
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Physician Assistants
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Physicians
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Plumber Apprentices
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Plumbers
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Plumbing Contractors
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Podiatrists
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Pre-need Contract Sellers (Funeral)
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Private Investigators
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Professional Counselors
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Property Carriers
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Psychiatric Technicians
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Psychologists
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Psychotherapists
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Public Accommodation Discrimination
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Public Adjusters
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Rail
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Real Estate Appraisers
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Real Estate Brokers
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Registered Nurses
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Respiratory Therapists
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Savings and Loan Associations
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Securities Brokerage Firms
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Securities Brokers
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Securities Dealers
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Securities Sales Representatives
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Single Trip Hazmat
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Social Workers
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Speech-Language Pathologists
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Steam
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Subdivision Developers
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Surgical Assistants
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Surgical Technologists
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Taxis
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Telecommunications
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Title Insurance
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Tow Trucks
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Towing Carriers
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Transportation Network Companies
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Trust Companies
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Veterinarians
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Viatical Settlement Investments
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Viatical Settlement Producers
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Water Conditioning Contractors, Installers and Principals
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Water Utilities
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Wholesale Drug Outlets
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