Colorado criminal charge
Dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care in Colorado
Dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care is a petty offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-13-124. As a petty offense, it is punishable within the statutory sentencing range Colorado sets for that offense class. Colorado sorts criminal offenses into felonies, misdemeanors, and petty offenses, each carrying its own penalty range.
Defined by C.R.S. § 18-13-124.
What is the penalty for dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 10 days (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
| Fine | up to 300 usd (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care in Colorado
Is dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care is a petty offense in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-13-124.
What are the penalties for dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care in Colorado?
As a petty offense, dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care carries up to 10 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $300 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 (offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271)).
Which Colorado statute covers dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care?
Dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care is governed by C.R.S. § 18-13-124 (Dissemination of false information to obtain hospital admittance or care).
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This reference is informational and is not legal advice. Penalty ranges are the statutory classification ranges; sentencing in a specific case depends on its facts and history.