If you’ve been charged with Reckless Endangerment, C.R.S. 18-3-208, you need to contact the best Fort Collins criminal defense lawyers – fast. On its own, Reckless Endangerment is a class 2 misdemeanor in Larimer County. However, Reckless Endangerment is often charged with other crimes like Child Abuse, Prohibited Use of Weapons, and even Driving Under the Influence or Driving While Ability Impaired. If you are convicted of Reckless Endangerment and another charge, you could face several different penalties. The good news is that a criminal defense attorney with over 30 years of experience can ensure the best possible outcome in your case. This could mean a sentencing alternative like probation or even total dismissal of your charges. Don’t wait – give us a call today so that we can help you protect your future.
Colorado’s Law on Reckless Endangerment, C.R.S. 18-3-208 in Fort Collins
As it is applied in Fort Collins, Colorado’s law on Reckless Endangerment, C.R.S. 18-3-208, is as follows:
Because many other crimes are also charged for endangering other people, Reckless Endangerment is rarely ever charged by itself in Colorado.
Larimer County Jail Time for Reckless Endangerment
Reckless Endangerment is a class 2 misdemeanor, meaning that conviction can result in up to 120 days of Larimer County Jail time and/or a maximum $750 fine. Important to remember, however, is that if you have been charged with other crimes, you could face even greater penalties. You could face a longer sentence to the Larimer County Jail or even the Colorado Department of Corrections / DOC. Additionally, you could be ordered to pay restitution, attend classes and treatment, and relinquish your firearms, depending on your charges.
What Other Crimes are Charged with Reckless Endangerment in Loveland and Estes Park?
There are several other crimes that are frequently charged along with Reckless Endangerment in Loveland and Estes Park. These include:
- Child Abuse, C.R.S. 18-6-401 – Child Abuse is often charged for “unreasonably” putting a child in a situation that could result in a threat of injury to the child’s life or health. This definition goes hand-in-hand with Reckless Endangerment.
- Driving Under the Influence, C.R.S. 42-4-1401 (1) (a) or Driving While Ability Impaired, C.R.S. 42-4-1401 (1) (b) – Drinking and driving often presents a danger of seriously injuring other people. If you had other people in your car, or you almost crashed into another driver, there’s a good chance you’ll be charged with both DUI / DWAI and Reckless Endangerment.
- Prohibited Use of Weapons, C.R.S. 18-12-106 – Prohibited Use is usually charged when a person has a gun on them when they are under the influence of alcohol, but it can also be charged for recklessly aiming or shooting a gun. Given that other people could be seriously injured or killed, Prohibited Use of Weapons is also often charged with Reckless Endangerment.
If you’ve been charged with Reckless Endangerment, remember to always be smart, and exercise your right to stay silent. Never talk about your case with law enforcement, including the Larimer County Sheriff, Fort Collins Police, or the Loveland Police. Instead, call 970-658-0007 to discuss your case with one of our top Fort Collins and Loveland criminal defense lawyers today. Together, we can protect your future.
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