A deputy with the Boulder County Sheriff’s Office arrived on the University of Colorado campus in Boulder at 10:22 a.m. on Aug. 11 to serve civil papers to Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders. The coach was holding an open practice that day, and university staff informed the officer that Sanders was unavailable to receive the documents.
Reason for the service
According to a statement from the sheriff’s office, Sanders has been subpoenaed to testify in a bankruptcy trial involving his son, Shilo Sanders. The trial is scheduled to begin on Aug. 31, and the subpoena is part of the court’s effort to secure his testimony.
Deputy’s attempts and coordination with legal counsel
Senior communications specialist Carrie Haverfield wrote to the Associated Press that it is not unusual for civil papers to require multiple attempts before successful service. After learning that Sanders was not on site, the deputy worked with university staff to find a more convenient time. Haverfield noted that Sanders’ legal counsel later indicated they could accept receipt of the papers on his behalf, but the counsel was not located in Boulder County. Consequently, the paperwork was transferred to Denver for service.
Haverfield emphasized that university personnel were not trying to block the service; rather, they assisted the deputy in locating a better time for delivery. The sheriff’s office did not disclose the specific contents of the civil papers.
Background on the underlying lawsuit
The civil action stems from a separate lawsuit involving Shilo Sanders and a security guard from his high‑school years. The guard filed a suit against Shilo, and a default judgment was entered when Shilo failed to appear for a court date. The bankruptcy case now involves the father, Deion Sanders, as a potential witness.
Impact on the football program
The Buffaloes are preparing for their season opener on Sept. 3 against Georgia Tech. The open practice on Aug. 11 was conducted under rules that prohibited any observation, reporting, publishing, or sharing of the session’s details. No further comment was provided by the Colorado athletic department regarding the legal service attempt.
Recent developments for Deion Sanders
In addition to the civil papers matter, Deion Sanders continues to manage his coaching responsibilities at Colorado while his son, Shilo, remains involved in ongoing litigation. Earlier this year, Shilo, a former Colorado defensive player, was waived by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
The incident underscores the intersection of legal obligations and the demanding schedule of a high‑profile college football coach. While the deputy’s attempt did not result in immediate service, the sheriff’s office indicated that further efforts will be made to complete the process.
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