Reckless Endangerment, C.R.S. 18-3-208, is charged in Greeley and Weld County when a person engages in behavior that could likely result in serious bodily injury to another person. In other words, just creating a risk of seriously injury – even if the injury doesn’t actually happen – will likely result in criminal charges in Colorado. To make matters worse, Reckless Endangerment is seldom ever charged on its own. It’s frequently charged along with other crimes, such as Child Abuse or Prohibited Use of Weapons. If you’ve been charged with Reckless Endangerment, time is of the essence – contact our top Greeley Reckless Endangerment lawyers today to protect your future.
Colorado’s Law on Reckless Endangerment, C.R.S. 18-3-208 in Greeley
In Greeley, Colorado’s law on Reckless Endangerment, C.R.S. 18-3-208, is as follows:
Serious bodily injury, defined under C.R.S. 18-1-901 (3) (p), includes any injury that could likely result in death, bone breaks or fractures, second or third degree burns, penetrating stab or gunshot wounds, etc.
What Other Crimes are Charged with Reckless Endangerment in Weld County?
Reckless Endangerment is frequently charged with other crimes in Weld County. One offense is Child Abuse, C.R.S. 18-6-401, which is sometimes charged for putting a child in a situation that creates a threat to the child’s life or health. So, if a person commits an act of Reckless Endangerment against a child, that person would also be charged with Child Abuse.
Reckless Endangerment is also often tacked onto weapons offenses. As an example, Prohibited Use of Weapons, C.R.S. 18-12-106, is sometimes charged for recklessly discharging a firearm. If someone recklessly shoots a gun while another person is around, there’s a good chance the person with the gun would be charged with both Prohibited Use and Reckless Endangerment.
Weld County Jail Time and Other Penalties for Reckless Endangerment in Fort Lupton and Ault
In Fort Lupton and Ault, Reckless Endangerment is a class 2 misdemeanor. Penalties can include up to 120 days of Weld County Jail time and/or a fine of up to $750. However, these penalties could increase if you are also charged with another crime. If, for instance, you were also charged with and subsequently convicted of Prohibited Use of Weapons – a class 1 misdemeanor – you could face additional jail time and fines. You could then also face additional consequences for the Prohibited Use charge, such as revocation of your concealed handgun permit / concealed carry permit.
If you have been charged with Reckless Endangerment, don’t wait to contact a top Greeley Reckless Endangerment lawyer today. Misdemeanor charges can have a major impact on your life, especially when you are facing multiple charges simultaneously. Only by contacting the best Weld County criminal defense attorneys can you successfully protect your future.
If you’ve been charged with Reckless Endangerment, remember to be smart, and exercise your right to stay silent. Then call 970-616-6009 to discuss your case with a top Greeley and Weld County criminal defense lawyer from the O’Malley Law Office today. Together, we can protect your future.
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