Colorado criminal charge
Mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content in Colorado
Mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 42-2-129. As a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense, 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. § 42-2-129.
What is the penalty for mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 10 days to 90 days | discretionary | C.R.S. § 42-4-1701 |
| Fine | 150 usd to 300 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 42-4-1701 |
Applies to current.
Common questions about mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content in Colorado
Is mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content in Colorado?
As a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense, mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content carries 10 days to 90 days of incarceration and a fine of $150 to $300 under C.R.S. § 42-4-1701 (current).
Which Colorado statute covers mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content?
Mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content is governed by C.R.S. § 42-2-129 (Mandatory surrender of license or permit for driving under the influence or with excessive alcoholic content).
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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.