Colorado criminal charge
Second degree official misconduct in Colorado
Second degree official misconduct is a petty offense under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-8-405. 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. § 18-8-405.
What is the penalty for second degree official misconduct 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 second degree official misconduct in Colorado
Is second degree official misconduct a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Second degree official misconduct is a petty offense in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-8-405.
What are the penalties for second degree official misconduct in Colorado?
As a petty offense, second degree official misconduct 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 second degree official misconduct?
Second degree official misconduct is governed by C.R.S. § 18-8-405 (Second degree official misconduct).
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.