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What Is the Difference Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor in Colorado?

Jun 30
2026

When someone is charged with a crime in Colorado, one of the first questions that matters is whether the offense is a felony or a misdemeanor. The difference affects where the case is handled, the possible jail or prison sentence, the amount of fines, and the long-term consequences of a conviction.

In general, misdemeanors are less serious offenses that are usually punishable by county jail time, probation, fines, or other

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Everything You Need to Know About Felonies in Colorado

Jun 27
2016

Posted By: Kimberly Diego

Categories: Felonies | Felons

Have you been charged with a felony? You may feel confused, nervous, or unsure of your next steps. What consequences do you face? Should you look for a lawyer? What even is a felony?

A felony is the most serious type of crime in the state of Colorado, above misdemeanors or petty offenses. Being charged or convicted of a felony has serious, lifelong, public consequences, but it does not

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Petty Offense, Misdemeanor, and Felony Differences in Colorado

Aug 10
2015

Posted By: Kimberly Diego

Categories: Felonies

As far as Colorado law officials and prosecutors are concerned, any type of criminal offense is a serious matter. However, different levels of criminal offenses are handled in different ways, and are subject to different penalties.

In Colorado, there are eleven different classes of criminal offenses: two classes of petty offenses, three classes of misdemeanors, and six classes of felonies. Typically, petty offenses are considered to be the

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Timeline of a Felony Case in Colorado

Nov 3
2014

Posted By: Kimberly Diego

Categories: Felonies

As a Colorado defense attorney, I am often asked about the timeline and procedure of a felony case. Most people know from pop culture portrayals of the legal system that a defendant who pleads not guilty in a felony case will typically go to trial, but there are actually several other important steps that may be less familiar.

To help defendants, their families, and other interested parties better understand

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Intervening Causation Defense in Vehicular Assault and Homicide Cases

Apr 5
2014

Posted By: Kimberly Diego

Categories: Criminal Defense | DUI | Felonies | Traffic Violations

A DUI case can easily become something much more serious if there is a serious injury or even a death involved. In those cases, a DUI charge is elevated to a charge of Vehicular Assault or Vehicular Homicide.

Any time a DUI or DUID is elevated to a charge of Vehicular Assault or Vehicular Homicide, the legal standard that applies is one of strict liability. What that means is

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Nov 12, 2015

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What Is the Difference Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor in Colorado?

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Intervening Causation Defense in Vehicular Assault and Homicide Cases

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