Colorado criminal charge
Illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person in Colorado
Illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person is a petty offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-13-122. 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. § 18-13-122.
What is the penalty for illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person 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 illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person in Colorado
Is illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person is a petty offense in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-13-122.
What are the penalties for illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person in Colorado?
As a petty offense, illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person 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 illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person?
Illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person is governed by C.R.S. § 18-13-122 (Illegal possession or consumption of ethyl alcohol or marijuana by an underage person - illegal possession of marijuana paraphernalia by an underage person - adolescent substance abuse prevention and treatment fund - legislative declaration - definitions).
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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.