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Interference with lawful distribution of newspapers in Colorado

civil infractionCurrent through 2026 Colorado legislative session

Interference with lawful distribution of newspapers is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-9-314. 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. § 18-9-314.

What is the penalty for interference with lawful distribution of newspapers in Colorado?

Penalties for Interference with lawful distribution of newspapers
PenaltyRangeBasisAuthority
Fineup to 100 usd (no statutory minimum) (civil matter, no jail; individual statutes may set a different fine)discretionaryC.R.S. § 18-1.3-503

Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).

Common questions about interference with lawful distribution of newspapers in Colorado

Is interference with lawful distribution of newspapers a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?

Interference with lawful distribution of newspapers is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-9-314.

What are the penalties for interference with lawful distribution of newspapers in Colorado?

As a civil infraction, interference with lawful distribution of newspapers carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.

Which Colorado statute covers interference with lawful distribution of newspapers?

Interference with lawful distribution of newspapers is governed by C.R.S. § 18-9-314 (Interference with lawful distribution of newspapers - 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.