Colorado criminal charge
Defacing posted notice in Colorado
Defacing posted notice is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-4-510. As a civil infraction, 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. § 18-4-510.
What is the penalty for defacing posted notice in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | up to 100 usd (no statutory minimum) (civil matter, no jail; individual statutes may set a different fine) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about defacing posted notice in Colorado
Is defacing posted notice a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Defacing posted notice is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-4-510.
What are the penalties for defacing posted notice in Colorado?
As a civil infraction, defacing posted notice carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.
Which Colorado statute covers defacing posted notice?
Defacing posted notice is governed by C.R.S. § 18-4-510 (Defacing posted notice).
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.