Colorado criminal charge
Manslaughter in Colorado
Manslaughter is a class 4 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-3-104. As a class 4 felony, 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. § 18-3-104.
What is the penalty for manslaughter in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 2 years to 6 years | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 2000 usd to 500000 usd | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 3 years to 3 years (mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
Common questions about manslaughter in Colorado
Is manslaughter a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Manslaughter is a class 4 felony in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-3-104.
What are the penalties for manslaughter in Colorado?
As a class 4 felony, manslaughter carries 2 years to 6 years of incarceration and a fine of $2,000 to $500,000 under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 (offenses on/after 2018-07-01).
Which Colorado statute covers manslaughter?
Manslaughter is governed by C.R.S. § 18-3-104 (Manslaughter).
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.