Colorado criminal charge
Abuse of property insurance in Colorado
Abuse of property insurance is a petty offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-13-119.5. As a petty offense, 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. § 18-13-119.5.
What is the penalty for abuse of property insurance in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 10 days (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
| Fine | up to 300 usd (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about abuse of property insurance in Colorado
Is abuse of property insurance a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Abuse of property insurance is a petty offense in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-13-119.5.
What are the penalties for abuse of property insurance in Colorado?
As a petty offense, abuse of property insurance carries up to 10 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $300 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 (offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271)).
Which Colorado statute covers abuse of property insurance?
Abuse of property insurance is governed by C.R.S. § 18-13-119.5 (Abuse of property insurance).
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.