(720) 863-7755Sexual Assault Classifications in Colorado
Sexual assault charges are among the most serious types of sex crime charges people can face, and having a strong defense against these charges will be critical to:
- Minimizing the damage they cause to the accused, as people charged with sexual assault can be forced to endure public humiliation, emotional and professional impacts, etc. even if they are eventually acquitted (or the charges are later dropped)
- Resolving these cases as favorably as possible.
At Peter Loyd Weber & Associates, our Broomfield and Boulder sex crimes defense lawyers are fully aware of how sensitive sexual assault cases can be and how the presumption of innocence can be elusive for the accused in these cases. That is why we are here to provide people accused of sexual assault with aggressive legal advocacy to help them bring these cases to the best possible resolutions.
An Overview of Sexual Assault Classifications in Colorado
The following table provides an overview of the various sexual assault classifications in Colorado:
| Sexual Assault Charge | Nature of the Alleged Offense | Potential Imprisonment upon Conviction* |
| Class 4 Felony | Forcing sexual intrusion or sexual penetration on another individual against his will | Up to 16 years in prison |
| Class 3 Felony | Using physical violence or threatening violence in the commission of a sexual assault; or incapacitating the victim (with drugs, for instance) in the commission of the sexual assault | Up to 32 years in prison |
| Class 2 Felony | Using a deadly weapon in the commission of a sexual assault; causing serious bodily injury in the commission of the sexual assault; Receiving help from another person in the commission of the sexual assault | Up to 48 years in prison |
*Note that sexual assault is considered to be an “extraordinary risk crime” per Colorado law and is, therefore, subject to harsher penalties upon conviction (when compared to other offenses classified at the same felony level).
Broomfield and Boulder Sex Crimes Defense Attorneys at Peter Loyd Weber & Associates
Have you or a loved one been charged with sexual assault or any sex offense? If so, you can turn to the Broomfield and Boulder sex crimes defense attorneys at the Peter Loyd Weber & Associates for the strongest possible defense. Our primary concern is protecting your constitutional rights throughout the criminal process while helping you obtain the best possible outcome to your case.
When you trust us to oversee your defense, you can count on the facts that our Broomfield and Boulder sex crimes defense attorneys will:
- Guide you through complexities of the criminal justice system
- Provide you with personalized care and cost-effective representation, as well as effective, aggressive legal advocacy.
We have a proven record of success and excellence in helping our clients favorably resolve their sex crimes cases, and we are ready to put our experience, knowledge and skills to work for you.
Let’s Discuss Your Defense – Contact Us Today
To talk about your defense and learn more about how we can help you, contact us today by calling (720) 863-7755 or by emailing us using the contact form on this page. We offer complimentary consultations, and we take pride in always being available to our clients – 24 hours per day, 7 days per week – so that they have the personal attention their case deserves.
From our offices based in Northglenn, Broomfield and Boulder, we provide the strongest defense and highest quality legal services to our clients throughout Weld County, Adams County and the state of Colorado.
