Colorado criminal charge
Violations in Colorado
Violations is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-14-104. As a civil infraction, 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. § 18-14-104.
What is the penalty for violations in Colorado?
| Penalty | Range | Basis | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fine | up to 100 usd (no statutory minimum) (civil matter, no jail; individual statutes may set a different fine) | discretionary | C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503 |
Applies to offenses on/after 2022-03-01 (SB21-271).
Common questions about violations in Colorado
Is violations a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Violations is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-14-104.
What are the penalties for violations in Colorado?
As a civil infraction, violations carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.
Which Colorado statute covers violations?
Violations is governed by C.R.S. § 18-14-104 (Violations - penalty).
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.