Colorado criminal charge
Waiting period for firearms sales in Colorado
Waiting period for firearms sales is a civil infraction under Colorado criminal law, defined by C.R.S. § 18-12-115. 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. § 18-12-115.
What is the penalty for waiting period for firearms sales 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 waiting period for firearms sales in Colorado
Is waiting period for firearms sales a felony or a misdemeanor in Colorado?
Waiting period for firearms sales is a civil infraction in Colorado under C.R.S. § 18-12-115.
What are the penalties for waiting period for firearms sales in Colorado?
As a civil infraction, waiting period for firearms sales carries a fine of up to $100 (no mandatory minimum) under C.R.S. § 18-1.3-503.
Which Colorado statute covers waiting period for firearms sales?
Waiting period for firearms sales is governed by C.R.S. § 18-12-115 (Waiting period for firearms sales - background check required - penalty - exceptions).
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.