Summary
In Colorado, theft of property valued between $20,000-$100,000 is a Class 4 Felony, punishable by 2-6 years imprisonment and fines up to $500,000. Habitual offender laws can increase penalties for repeat offenders. A fourth felony conviction can trigger habitual offender status, leading to enhanced penalties. Consult with your public defender for personalized advice.Full Conversation
I'm going to court right now on a F4 that the daa has told me that I have to take an open 3 year sentence and if I don't they will file the habitual against me if I try and take it to trial is that legal
What state are you in, Mike? This will help me provide the most accurate information.
Colorado
What is the specific charge for the F4 felony you're facing?
Theft
What is the value of the property you're accused of stealing? In Colorado, theft can range from a class * petty offense to a class * felony, depending on the value.
*,* to100,* theft of a backhoe
What is your court's location? In Colorado, theft of property valued between $*,*-$*,* is a Class * Felony, punishable by *-6 years imprisonment and fines up to $*,*.
Montrose 7th judicial district
What is your legal representation situation? Do you have a lawyer or are you representing yourself?
In Colorado, habitual offender laws can increase penalties for repeat offenders. It's important to have legal representation.
Public defender
What is your public defender's advice on this matter?
General Information:
- In Colorado, habitual offender laws can increase penalties.
- Montrose County Court: * N Grand Ave, Montrose, CO *, Phone: (*) *-*.
That I should take the * because if we go to trial and loose they will give me *
What is your criminal history? This can impact the potential sentence if you're considered a habitual offender.
* prior felonies two doc times
What were the charges for your previous felonies? This will help determine if the habitual offender law applies to your case.
Trespassing and theft
What were the outcomes of your previous trespassing and theft charges?
General Information:
- In Colorado, a fourth felony conviction can trigger habitual offender status, leading to enhanced penalties.