Colorado criminal charge
Retaliation against a witness or victim in Colorado
Retaliation against a witness or victim is a class 4 felony under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-8-706. 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. § 18-8-706.
What is the penalty for retaliation against a witness or victim 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 retaliation against a witness or victim in Colorado
Is retaliation against a witness or victim a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for retaliation against a witness or victim in Colorado?
As a class 4 felony, retaliation against a witness or victim 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 retaliation against a witness or victim?
Retaliation against a witness or victim is governed by C.R.S. § 18-8-706 (Retaliation against a witness or victim).
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.