Colorado criminal charge
Preventing passage to and from a health-care facility in Colorado
Preventing passage to and from a health-care facility is a petty offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-9-122. 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. § 18-9-122.
What is the penalty for preventing passage to and from a health-care facility 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 preventing passage to and from a health-care facility in Colorado
Is preventing passage to and from a health-care facility a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for preventing passage to and from a health-care facility in Colorado?
As a petty offense, preventing passage to and from a health-care facility 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 preventing passage to and from a health-care facility?
Preventing passage to and from a health-care facility is governed by C.R.S. § 18-9-122 (Preventing passage to and from a health-care facility - engaging in prohibited activities near facility).
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.