Colorado criminal charge
Gathering identity information by deception in Colorado
Gathering identity information by deception is a class 5 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-5-904. 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. § 18-5-904.
What is the penalty for gathering identity information by deception 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 gathering identity information by deception in Colorado
Is gathering identity information by deception a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Gathering identity information by deception is a class 5 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-5-904.
What are the penalties for gathering identity information by deception in Colorado?
As a class 5 felony, gathering identity information by deception 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 gathering identity information by deception?
Gathering identity information by deception is governed by C.R.S. § 18-5-904 (Gathering identity information by deception).
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.