Colorado criminal charge
Penalty in Colorado
Penalty is a class 6 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-16-108. As a class 6 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. § 18-16-108.
What is the penalty for penalty in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 12 months to 18 months | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 1000 usd to 100000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 1 years to 1 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
Common questions about penalty in Colorado
Is penalty a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Penalty is a class 6 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-16-108.
What are the penalties for penalty in Colorado?
As a class 6 felony, penalty carries 12 months to 18 months of incarceration and a fine of $1,000 to $100,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers penalty?
Penalty is governed by C.R.S. § 18-16-108 (Penalty).
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.