Our Mission

Our History

  • SLS helps CSU students resolve their legal issues with as little disruption as possible to their educational endeavors. SLS focuses on educating students on the law and enabling them to help themselves resolve legal issues.
  • Colorado State University Student Legal Services is proud to be one of the oldest SLS offices in the country! We were created as a service of student government in 1971 to provide advice to CSU students on a broad range of issues. In 1978, a student referendum made the office independent of student government and funded by general student fees. We’ve been funded that way ever since, allowing us to provide most of our services free of charge to students. Over four decades and tens of thousands of students helped, we are going as strong as ever!

Timely Topics

  • Lease Tips

    Signing a lease is a big deal! Use these tips to make sure you do it right! Read more

  • Interacting with the Police

    Do you know what to do if you are stopped by the police? How about if you receive a phone call from the police asking you questions? Read more

  • New Criminal Record Sealing Options

    Applying for a job and/or graduate school often results in a criminal background check being run on the applicant. Colorado law allows for the sealing of certain felony, misdemeanor and/or petty offense criminal charges that were dismissed, deferred or even resulted in a conviction under some circumstances. Read more

  • Immigration

    Immigration consultations available on campus one day per month with immigration attorney specialists Read more

  • Tips for International Students

    Are you going to buy a car or sign a lease? What will you do if you have to talk to a police officer? Read more

  • Security Deposit Disputes

    Haven’t heard from your landlord about refunding your security deposit?–OR—Disagree with the charges your landlord has made? Know your rights! Read more