Third Degree Criminal Trespass Lawyer in Greeley
A Third Degree Criminal Trespass or Trespassing charge in Greeley, Evans, Fort Lupton, and Sterling can be charged and sentenced anywhere between a petty offense and a felony charge. It depends largely on intent and if the premises are considered agricultural land by the county assessor. Trespassing cases can be extremely complex, so it is best to arm yourself with an experienced Trespass defense attorney.
Definition of 3rd Degree Trespass in Weld County
The definition of 3rd Degree Criminal Trespass under Colorado law - C.R.S. 18-4-504- is:
Sentence for Greeley Third Degree Criminal Trespassing
In Weld, Morgan, and Logan County, the sentence for Third Degree Trespass / Trespassing generally starts out light, but can quickly become more serious depending on the details of the trespass.
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Sentence Type |
Crime Description |
Punishment |
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Class 1 petty offense |
Third Degree Criminal Trespass |
Up to 6 months in the Weld County Jail and a $500 fine
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Class 3 misdemeanor |
Third Degree Trespass on agricultural land |
Up to 6 months in the Morgan County Jail and a $750 fine
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Class 5 felony |
Third Degree Criminal Trespass on agricultural land with the intent to commit a felony there |
Maximum of 3 years in the Department of Corrections and up to $100,00 fine
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Examples of Trespass in Weld County
- Refusing to leave the dwelling or land of another
- Loitering
- Entering dwellings, premises, and/or land without the owner's permission
Colorado law dictates that when asked to leave, you must do so immediately following the request. Most often, these cases are involved with loitering, alcohol consumption, and even past relationships. The consequences for a Trespass / Trespassing charge in Weld County can vary greatly, so it is important to have our experienced criminal defense attorneys on your side