Colorado criminal charge
Patronizing a prostituted child in Colorado
Patronizing a prostituted child is a class 3 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-7-406. As a class 3 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. § 18-7-406.
What is the penalty for patronizing a prostituted child in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 4 years to 12 years | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 3000 usd to 750000 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 patronizing a prostituted child in Colorado
Is patronizing a prostituted child a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for patronizing a prostituted child in Colorado?
As a class 3 felony, patronizing a prostituted child carries 4 years to 12 years of incarceration and a fine of $3,000 to $750,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers patronizing a prostituted child?
Patronizing a prostituted child is governed by C.R.S. § 18-7-406 (Patronizing a prostituted child).
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.