C.R.S. § 17-20-117
17-20-117. Inmate rehabilitation and work
17-20-117. Inmate rehabilitation and work. Every inmate shall participate in the work most suitable to the inmate's capacity and that promotes the inmate's successful rehabilitation, reentry, and reintegration into the community. Inmates who work in the department are not entitled to any right, benefit, or privilege applicable to employees of the state of Colorado.