Colorado criminal charge
Defacing a firearm in Colorado
Defacing a firearm is a class 1 misdemeanor under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-12-104. As a class 1 misdemeanor, 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. § 18-12-104.
What is the penalty for defacing a firearm in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 364 days (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-501 |
| Fine | up to 1000 usd (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-501 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about defacing a firearm in Colorado
Is defacing a firearm a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for defacing a firearm in Colorado?
As a class 1 misdemeanor, defacing a firearm carries up to 364 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $1,000 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-501 (offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271)).
Which Colorado statute covers defacing a firearm?
Defacing a firearm is governed by C.R.S. § 18-12-104 (Defacing a firearm).
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.