Colorado criminal charge
Special offender in Colorado
Special offender is a level 1 drug felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-18-407. As a level 1 drug 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. § 18-18-407.
What is the penalty for special offender in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 8 years to 32 years (aggravating circumstances raise the minimum to 12 years) | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 |
| Fine | 5000 usd to 1000000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 |
| Parole / supervision | 3 years to 3 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2013-10-01.
Common questions about special offender in Colorado
Is special offender a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for special offender in Colorado?
As a level 1 drug felony, special offender carries 8 years to 32 years of incarceration and a fine of $5,000 to $1,000,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 (offenses on/after 2013-10-01).
Which Colorado statute covers special offender?
Special offender is governed by C.R.S. § 18-18-407 (Special offender - definitions).
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.