Colorado criminal charge
Incest in Colorado
Incest is a class 4 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-6-301. As a class 4 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. § 18-6-301.
What is the penalty for incest in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 2 years to 6 years | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 2000 usd to 500000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 3 years to 3 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
Common questions about incest in Colorado
Is incest a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Incest is a class 4 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-6-301.
What are the penalties for incest in Colorado?
As a class 4 felony, incest carries 2 years to 6 years of incarceration and a fine of $2,000 to $500,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers incest?
Incest is governed by C.R.S. § 18-6-301 (Incest).
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.