Colorado’s habitual criminal law allows prosecutors to triple or quadruple the maximum sentence on a new felony when a defendant has prior felony convictions, and in some scenarios it mandates life in prison with no parole for 40 years. Two prior felonies within ten years can turn a class 4 felony with a six-year maximum into an 18-year sentence. The Law Office of Kimberly Diego has defended Colorado criminal charges
Contributing to the delinquency of a minor is a class 4 felony offense. A person commits the act of contributing to the delinquency of a minor when they induce, aid, or encourage a minor to violate any federal or state law, municipal ordinance, or court order. It is not a defense that the adult did not know the other party was underage, or that the minor lied about being underage.
Charges of contributing to the delinquency of a minor are serious and can impact your ability to secure and maintain employment, particularly if you work or have worked in education. Contact Denver criminal defense attorney Kimberly Diego now to discuss your charges.
