Colorado legal term
Monetary instrument in Colorado Criminal Law
Current through 2026 Colorado legislative session
In Colorado criminal law, “Monetary instrument” is a term defined by statute rather than by its everyday meaning. Its statutory definition — quoted verbatim below — controls how the term is applied throughout the Colorado criminal code.
What does “Monetary instrument” mean in Colorado criminal law?
"Monetary instrument" means: (I) Coin or currency of the United States or any other country; a traveler's check; a personal check; a bank check; a cashier's check; a money order; a bank draft of any country; or gold, silver, or platinum bullion or coins; (II) An investment security or negotiable instrument in bearer form or in other form such that title passes upon delivery; or (III) A gift card or other device that is the equivalent of money and can be used to obtain cash, property, or services. (C.R.S. § 18-5-309)
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