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Lacks a fixed residence in Colorado Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Colorado legislative session

In Colorado criminal law, “Lacks a fixed residence” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Colorado criminal code.

What does “Lacks a fixed residence” mean in Colorado criminal law?

"Lacks a fixed residence" means that a person does not have a living situation that meets the definition of "residence" pursuant to subsection (5.7) of this section. (C.R.S. § 16-22-102)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.