Colorado criminal charge
Failure to obey a juror summons in Colorado
Failure to obey a juror summons is a petty offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-8-612. As a petty offense, 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. § 18-8-612.
What is the penalty for failure to obey a juror summons in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 10 days (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
| Fine | up to 300 usd (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about failure to obey a juror summons in Colorado
Is failure to obey a juror summons a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for failure to obey a juror summons in Colorado?
As a petty offense, failure to obey a juror summons carries up to 10 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $300 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 (offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271)).
Which Colorado statute covers failure to obey a juror summons?
Failure to obey a juror summons is governed by C.R.S. § 18-8-612 (Failure to obey a juror summons).
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.