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Precious or semiprecious metals or stones in Colorado Criminal Law

Current through 2026 Colorado legislative session

In Colorado criminal law, “Precious or semiprecious metals or stones” 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 “Precious or semiprecious metals or stones” mean in Colorado criminal law?

"Precious or semiprecious metals or stones" means such metals as, but not limited to, gold, silver, platinum, and pewter and such stones as, but not limited to, alexandrite, diamonds, emeralds, garnets, opals, rubies, sapphires, and topaz. (C.R.S. § 18-16-102)

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This reference is informational and is not legal advice.