Colorado criminal charge
Controlled substances in Colorado
Controlled substances is a level 3 drug felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-18-416. As a level 3 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. § 18-18-416.
What is the penalty for controlled substances in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 2 years to 4 years (aggravated range 4-6 years) | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 |
| Fine | 2000 usd to 500000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 |
| Parole / supervision | 1 years to 1 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2013-10-01.
Common questions about controlled substances in Colorado
Is controlled substances a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Controlled substances is a level 3 drug felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-18-416.
What are the penalties for controlled substances in Colorado?
As a level 3 drug felony, controlled substances carries 2 years to 4 years of incarceration and a fine of $2,000 to $500,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401.5 (offenses on/after 2013-10-01).
Which Colorado statute covers controlled substances?
Controlled substances is governed by C.R.S. § 18-18-416 (Controlled substances - inducing consumption by fraudulent means).
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.