Colorado criminal charge
Sexual assault on a child in Colorado
Sexual assault on a child is a criminal offense under Colorado law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-3-405. Its classification is not fixed: Colorado assigns a different penalty class depending on the circumstances of the offense. The class that applies — and the sentencing range that follows from it — depends on which statutory variant fits the facts.
Defined by C.R.S. § 18-3-405.
What is the penalty for sexual assault on a child in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jail / prison | 2 years to 6 years (Sexual assault on a child — base offense — Applies when the actor commits sexual assault on a child as defined in subsection (1) and none of the aggravating factors in subsection (2)(a)-(d) are present.) | presumptive | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Fine | 2000 usd to 500000 usd (Sexual assault on a child — base offense — Applies when the actor commits sexual assault on a child as defined in subsection (1) and none of the aggravating factors in subsection (2)(a)-(d) are present.) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
| Parole / supervision | 3 years to 3 years (Sexual assault on a child — base offense — Applies when the actor commits sexual assault on a child as defined in subsection (1) and none of the aggravating factors in subsection (2)(a)-(d) are present.; mandatory parole) | mandatory | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2018-07-01.
How is sexual assault on a child classified in Colorado?
The classification depends on the circumstances:
| Variant | Classification | When it applies | Statute |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sexual assault on a child — base offense | class 4 felony | Applies when the actor commits sexual assault on a child as defined in subsection (1) and none of the aggravating factors in subsection (2)(a)-(d) are present. | 18-3-405(2) |
Common questions about sexual assault on a child in Colorado
Is sexual assault on a child a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
What are the penalties for sexual assault on a child in Colorado?
Penalties for sexual assault on a child in Colorado depend on how it is classified — from a class 4 felony up to a class 4 felony — with the ranges set by C.R.S. § 18-1.3-401; the full table of ranges by variant is published on this page.
Which Colorado statute covers sexual assault on a child?
Sexual assault on a child is governed by C.R.S. § 18-3-405 (Sexual assault on a child).
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.