Colorado criminal charge
Offenses by persons controlling vehicles in Colorado
Offenses by persons controlling vehicles is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 42-4-1704. 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. § 42-4-1704.
What is the penalty for offenses by persons controlling vehicles 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 offenses by persons controlling vehicles in Colorado
Is offenses by persons controlling vehicles a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Offenses by persons controlling vehicles is a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense in Colorado under C.R.S. § 42-4-1704.
What are the penalties for offenses by persons controlling vehicles in Colorado?
As a class 2 misdemeanor traffic offense, offenses by persons controlling vehicles 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 offenses by persons controlling vehicles?
Offenses by persons controlling vehicles is governed by C.R.S. § 42-4-1704 (Offenses by persons controlling vehicles).
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.