Menacing is charged in Fort Collins and Larimer County when a person uses a threat or physical action that puts another in fear of serious injury. We often see Menacing allegations related to neighbor disputes or road rage incidents. Usually, someone alleges that a gun was pulled, which meets the elements of the crime. However, this crime can also be charged when there is no weapon involved – which means it is charged as a misdemeanor. Let’s take a closer look at misdemeanor Menacing.
Larimer County Menacing Lawyer: Definition of Misdemeanor Menacing in Colorado
The Larimer County, Colorado law definition of Menacing – C.R.S. 18-3-206 – is:
As you can see, when a gun or knife (or something that looks like a gun or knife) is involved, it is automatically charged as a felony. However, if there is no weapon, then it is the class 1 misdemeanor Menacing. This would likely be charged in a situation where someone makes a threat like “I’m going to smash this beer bottle over your head.” Obviously, getting a glass bottle smashed on your head could cause serious bodily injury – but making the threat without actually completely the action would be misdemeanor menacing.
Sentence for Misdemeanor Menacing in Loveland and Estes Park
In Fort Collins, Loveland, and Estes Park, misdemeanor Menacing is a class 1 misdemeanor. This level misdemeanor is punishable by up to 364 days in the Larimer County Jail and up to $1,000 in fines.
If you or someone you love has been charged with misdemeanor Menacing, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the best criminal defense attorneys from the O’Malley Law Office at 970-658-0007 to schedule your free initial consultation today. Together, we can protect your future.
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