Colorado criminal charge
Holding hostages in Colorado
Holding hostages is a class 2 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-8-207. As a class 2 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. § 18-8-207.
What is the penalty for holding hostages in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 8 years to 24 years | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 5000 usd to 1000000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 3 years to 3 years (mandatory parole (5 years if crime of violence)) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
Common questions about holding hostages in Colorado
Is holding hostages a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Holding hostages is a class 2 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-8-207.
What are the penalties for holding hostages in Colorado?
As a class 2 felony, holding hostages carries 8 years to 24 years of incarceration and a fine of $5,000 to $1,000,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers holding hostages?
Holding hostages is governed by C.R.S. § 18-8-207 (Holding hostages).
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.