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This Is The Single Craziest Thing You Never Knew Happened In Colorado

Charles Abbott brought a stuffed owl named Soloman as his attorney in a Colorado court case.

Updated Jun 28, 2024

Written by 

Annie Sandmeier

Colorado has seen its fair share of crazy since becoming a state in 1876... but the craziest thing to happen in recent years might just be the story of Charles Abbott and his attorney, Soloman the Owl. What is so crazy about this case in particular? Well, for starters...

"Soloman" is a stuffed owl.

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An owl with "law degrees from Yale, Harvard and Stanford," to be exact.

Strange?

Two taxidermy owls displayed in a glass case, showcasing their detailed feathers and striking eyes.
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Maybe.

Unheard of?

A cute, fluffy owl plush toy with big eyes and a small beak, sitting on a wooden surface against a pink background.
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Nah.

Unfortunately for Abbott, the judge wasn't humored by Soloman or his supposed expertise and essentially ignored the well-educated bird. Abbott was in court for violating a protection order against his former roommate.

Folks; I am not making this up. Do you think this is one of the most funny things that happened in Colorado? Or do you have another bit of Colorado history in mind? Let us know!

If you're passionate about the wackier parts of Colorado's past and present, you can always unplug, grab your trusty road atlas, and get on the road to hunt down some of the most interesting roadside attractions in Colorado.

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