Colorado criminal charge
False or misleading information in Colorado
False or misleading information is a class 5 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-20-114. As a class 5 felony, 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. § 18-20-114.
What is the penalty for false or misleading information in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 3 years | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 1000 usd to 100000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 2 years to 2 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
Common questions about false or misleading information in Colorado
Is false or misleading information a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
False or misleading information is a class 5 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-20-114.
What are the penalties for false or misleading information in Colorado?
As a class 5 felony, false or misleading information carries 1 years to 3 years of incarceration and a fine of $1,000 to $100,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers false or misleading information?
False or misleading information is governed by C.R.S. § 18-20-114 (False or misleading information - unlawful).
Legal terms used in this law
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.