Colorado criminal charge
Dispensing violent films to minors in Colorado
Dispensing violent films to minors is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-7-601. 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. § 18-7-601.
What is the penalty for dispensing violent films to minors 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 dispensing violent films to minors in Colorado
Is dispensing violent films to minors a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Dispensing violent films to minors is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-7-601.
What are the penalties for dispensing violent films to minors in Colorado?
As a civil infraction, dispensing violent films to minors carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.
Which Colorado statute covers dispensing violent films to minors?
Dispensing violent films to minors is governed by C.R.S. § 18-7-601 (Dispensing violent films to minors - misdemeanors).
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.