Colorado criminal charge
Disarming a peace officer in Colorado
Disarming a peace officer is a class 5 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-8-116. As a class 5 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. § 18-8-116.
What is the penalty for disarming a peace officer in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 1 years to 3 years | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 1000 usd to 100000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 2 years to 2 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
Common questions about disarming a peace officer in Colorado
Is disarming a peace officer a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Disarming a peace officer is a class 5 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-8-116.
What are the penalties for disarming a peace officer in Colorado?
As a class 5 felony, disarming a peace officer carries 1 years to 3 years of incarceration and a fine of $1,000 to $100,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers disarming a peace officer?
Disarming a peace officer is governed by C.R.S. § 18-8-116 (Disarming a peace officer).
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.