Colorado criminal charge
Immunity for reporting cruelty to animals in Colorado
Immunity for reporting cruelty to animals is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-9-209. 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. § 18-9-209.
What is the penalty for immunity for reporting cruelty to animals 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 immunity for reporting cruelty to animals in Colorado
Is immunity for reporting cruelty to animals a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Immunity for reporting cruelty to animals is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-9-209.
What are the penalties for immunity for reporting cruelty to animals in Colorado?
As a civil infraction, immunity for reporting cruelty to animals carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.
Which Colorado statute covers immunity for reporting cruelty to animals?
Immunity for reporting cruelty to animals is governed by C.R.S. § 18-9-209 (Immunity for reporting cruelty to animals - false report - penalty).
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.