Colorado court throws out whistleblower's bid to force AG to defend state auditor

In Denver, a Colorado judge rejected a lawsuit filed by the former executive director of the Colorado Commission on Judicial Discipline. The complaint aimed to force Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser to accept service of process and serve as counsel for the state auditor in a separate federal whistleblower action against the state. The court concluded that the plaintiff failed to show any necessity or legal duty for the auditor to obtain such representation, leading to dismissal of the case.

The ruling also noted that certain exhibits linked to the lawsuit are kept confidential, as a federal court has barred public access to them. This decision adds to a pattern of litigation involving the former top watchdog, who has previously pursued multiple legal challenges. Links to the court's opinion and the original complaint were provided for reference.