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Petty Offense

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In Colorado, misdemeanors are considered mid-level crimes. They're more serious than petty offenses and traffic infractions, but they're less serious than felony charges.
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When you're charged with a criminal offense it can be either a misdemeanor charge, a felony charge, or a petty offense. Petty offenses are things like jaywalking, minor traffic tickets, even urinating in public is a petty offense, which is great. If you're charged with a petty offense the question of whether or not you're entitled to a jury trial relates to whether or not that potential offense carries the possibility of jail time. If you are facing a potential jail sentence, then you qualify for a jury trail.
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A bench trial you can actually have at any level of any criminal offense. So, misdemeanors, petty offenses, felonies, you can always just have the judge sit and listen to your case instead of having a whole jury. That's really a question that you and your attorney need to flush out and decide strategically what the best option is for you.
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When you're charged with a criminal offense it can be either a misdemeanor charge, a felony charge, or a petty offense.
Alexis Austin Litle · Right Law Group's Criminal Defense Attorney, Alexis Austin, Explains the Jury Trial ProcessWatch clip ↗

Frequently asked questions

How serious is a misdemeanor in Colorado compared to other offenses?

Alexis explains: "In Colorado, misdemeanors are considered mid-level crimes. They're more serious than petty offenses and traffic infractions, but they're less serious than felony charges."

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What is a bench trial, and can I choose one instead of a jury for my case?

Alexis explains: "A bench trial you can actually have at any level of any criminal offense. So, misdemeanors, petty offenses, felonies, you can always just have the judge sit and listen to your case instead of having a whole jury. That's really a question that you and your attorney need to flush out and decide strategically what the best option is for you."

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What law covers disorderly conduct, and what penalties could I face even as a petty offense?

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Disorderly conduct charges in Aurora are governed by Colorado Revised Statutes §18-9-106 . While typically classified as a petty offense , a conviction can still result in fines, possible jail time, and a permanent criminal record."

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What types of criminal charges are there, and when does an offense qualify me for a jury trial?

Alexis explains: "When you're charged with a criminal offense it can be either a misdemeanor charge, a felony charge, or a petty offense. Petty offenses are things like jaywalking, minor traffic tickets, even urinating in public is a petty offense, which is great. If you're charged with a petty offense the question of whether or not you're entitled to a jury trial relates to whether or not that potential offense carries the possibility of jail time. If you are facing a potential jail sentence, then you qualify for a jury trail."

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Which Colorado statute governs my disorderly conduct charge?

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Disorderly Conduct Charges in Centennial Disorderly conduct charges in Centennial are governed by Colorado Revised Statutes §18-9-106 ."

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Which Colorado statute governs my disorderly conduct charge in Greenwood Village?

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Disorderly Conduct Charges in Greenwood Village Disorderly conduct charges in Greenwood Village are governed by Colorado Revised Statutes §18-9-106 ."

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