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Key Facts: CO POST Exam
~75%
Pass Rate
Estimated
70%
Passing Score
CO POST
100
Practice Questions
OpenExamPrep
2 hrs
Exam Duration
CO POST
The CO POST exam has 100 questions in 2 hours, requiring 70% to pass. Covers Colorado criminal law under CRS Title 18, constitutional law, patrol operations, Colorado-specific use of force standards under SB 20-217, and professional policing standards.
About the CO POST Exam
The Colorado POST exam is required for all peace officer candidates in Colorado. It covers Colorado criminal law under the Colorado Revised Statutes (CRS Title 18), constitutional procedures, patrol operations, use of force under Colorado's enhanced accountability standards, and professional standards as mandated by CO POST.
Questions
100 scored questions
Time Limit
2 hours
Passing Score
70%
Exam Fee
$50 (Colorado Peace Officer Standards and Training (CO POST))
CO POST Exam Content Outline
Colorado Criminal Law
Colorado Revised Statutes Title 18, elements of crimes, felony and misdemeanor classifications, defenses, and sentencing under Colorado law
Constitutional Law & Procedure
Search and seizure, Miranda, arrest procedures, warrants, and due process as applied in Colorado courts
Patrol & Traffic Operations
Traffic stops, DUI enforcement under CRS 42-4-1301, accident investigation, Express Consent law, and patrol techniques
Use of Force & Accountability
Force continuum, de-escalation requirements under SB 20-217, duty to intervene, deadly force standards, and body camera mandates
Professional Standards
Ethics, community policing, report writing, cultural awareness, and officer conduct per CO POST standards
How to Pass the CO POST Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 70%
- Exam length: 100 questions
- Time limit: 2 hours
- Exam fee: $50
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CO POST passing score?
The Colorado POST exam requires a minimum score of 70% to pass. Candidates must demonstrate competency across all tested subject areas including Colorado criminal law and patrol procedures.
How hard is the Colorado peace officer exam?
The CO POST exam is considered moderately difficult. It requires thorough knowledge of Colorado Revised Statutes, particularly Title 18 covering criminal offenses, as well as Colorado-specific accountability standards under SB 20-217. Most candidates who complete academy training pass on their first attempt.
What are the prerequisites for the CO POST exam?
Candidates must complete a Colorado POST-approved basic law enforcement training academy. Additional requirements include being at least 21 years old, having a high school diploma or GED, passing a background check, medical examination, psychological evaluation, and physical fitness test.
What is SB 20-217 and how does it affect the exam?
SB 20-217 (Enhance Law Enforcement Integrity Act) is Colorado's police accountability law requiring duty to intervene, mandatory body cameras, restrictions on use of force, and elimination of qualified immunity for state claims. These topics are tested on the CO POST exam.