Colorado criminal charge
Embezzlement of public property in Colorado
Embezzlement of public property is a class 5 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-8-407. 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. § 18-8-407.
What is the penalty for embezzlement of public property 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 embezzlement of public property in Colorado
Is embezzlement of public property a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for embezzlement of public property in Colorado?
As a class 5 felony, embezzlement of public property 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 embezzlement of public property?
Embezzlement of public property is governed by C.R.S. § 18-8-407 (Embezzlement of public property).
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.