Colorado criminal charge
Mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD in Colorado
Mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD is a class 2 misdemeanor under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-6.5-108. As a class 2 misdemeanor, 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. § 18-6.5-108.
What is the penalty for mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with idd in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | up to 120 days (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-501 |
| Fine | up to 750 usd (no statutory minimum) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-501 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with idd in Colorado
Is mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD is a class 2 misdemeanor in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-6.5-108.
What are the penalties for mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD in Colorado?
As a class 2 misdemeanor, mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD carries up to 120 days (no mandatory minimum) of incarceration and a fine of up to $750 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-501 (offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271)).
Which Colorado statute covers mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD?
Mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD is governed by C.R.S. § 18-6.5-108 (Mandatory reports of mistreatment of at-risk elders and at-risk adults with IDD - list of reporters - penalties).
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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.