Enticement of a Child occurs in Greeley when someone tries to isolate a minor to commit sex crimes against that child. Recently, a man was arrested for Attempted Enticement of a Child. He had attempted to lure the boy away from others by asking where his “favorite hiding spot” was. After the child told him, he tried to bribe the young boy with money to go there with him. Luckily, the boy said no and rode home to his family. Later that day, the man actually turned himself in to police.
What is Enticement of a Child in Boulder County and Weld County?
In Boulder County and Weld County, it is considered Enticement of a Child, C.R.S 18-3-305, under Colorado law when:
It is important to also note, that the child’s knowledge of the accused’s supposed intentions are irrelevant. The child does not need to know or understand the potential intentions of the accused for the accused to be charged with this crime. And, Boulder police will be trying hard to get the accused to admit their intent. This is why you should never speak to police when you are under investigation.
How is Enticement of a Child Punished or Sentenced in Greeley?
When someone is accused of Enticement of a Child in Greeley, they potentially face a class 3 or class 4 felony depending on the circumstances. Generally, it is a class 4 felony sentence. But if there are aggravating factors present then it becomes a class 3 felony sentence. It is grounds for a class 3 felony punishment when the child suffered bodily injury, or someone has been previously convicted for: Enticement of a Child, Sexual Assault on a Child, conspiracy or attempt to commit either of those crimes.
If someone is convicted of a class 4 felony, they will face a 2 – 6 year sentence in the Department of Corrections. They will also have a fine between $2,000 and $500,000 and a Mandatory Parole Period of 3 years.
When someone is convicted of a class 3 felony, they will face 4 – 12 years in DOC. Additionally, they will get a fine between $3,000 and $750,000, and a parole period of 3 years as well.
ARE YOU ACCUSED OF ENTICEMENT OF A CHILD IN GREELEY OR BOULDER COUNTY?
If so, be smart and exercise your right to remain silent. Never help police convict you by answering their questions. Instead, call the aggressive Sex Crimes lawyers at the O’Malley Law Office.
Call 970-616-6009 or fill out the Get Help Now form to meet with an experienced criminal defense lawyer in Weld County and the Greeley area for a free consultation.
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