Colorado criminal charge
Littering of public or private property in Colorado
Littering of public or private property is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-4-511. As a civil infraction, 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. § 18-4-511.
What is the penalty for littering of public or private property in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | up to 100 usd (no statutory minimum) (civil matter, no jail; individual statutes may set a different fine) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about littering of public or private property in Colorado
Is littering of public or private property a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Littering of public or private property is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-4-511.
What are the penalties for littering of public or private property in Colorado?
As a civil infraction, littering of public or private property carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.
Which Colorado statute covers littering of public or private property?
Littering of public or private property is governed by C.R.S. § 18-4-511 (Littering of public or private property - repeal).
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.