Colorado criminal charge
Unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft in Colorado
Unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft is a class 6 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-3-210. 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. § 18-3-210.
What is the penalty for unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft 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 unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft in Colorado
Is unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft in Colorado?
As a class 6 felony, unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft 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 unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft?
Unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft is governed by C.R.S. § 18-3-210 (Unlawfully aiming a laser device at an aircraft - definitions).
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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.