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In Colorado, there are three classes of misdemeanor offenses. The table below shows the possible sentence for each class:

Class Possible Penalty
Class One Misdemeanor (M1) Up to 18 Months Jail*
Class Two Misdemeanor (M2) Up to 12 Months Jail
Class Three Misdemeanor (M3) Up to 6 months Jail
* If your charge is designated as an "Extraordinary Risk Crime," then this will increase the maximum sentence from 18 months jail to 24 months jail for a Class One Misdemeanor.

Extraordinary Risk Crimes

Some Class One Misdemeanors are labeled as “Extraordinary Risk Crimes,” which increases the maximum sentence the judge may give you. Extraordinary Risk Crimes include, but are not limited to, Child Abuse, Third Degree Assault, Unlawful Sexual Contact, and Violation of Restraining Order (only for second or subsequent offenses).

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