February 21, 2017: Oral Arguments

Presided over by Judges Fox, Vogt and Booras, the Colorado Court of Appeals heard oral arguments. Representing the youth plaintiffs, Julia Olson of Our Children’s Trust argued that the COGCC has a statutory and constitutional obligation to prioritize the protection of the environment and public health over oil and gas development. The Colorado anti-fracking community and other members of the public filled the courtroom and an overflow room. A recording of the hearing can be watched here.