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Current as of January 01, 2022 | Updated by FindLaw Staff
(1) A person commits the crime of first degree criminal trespass if such person:
(a) Knowingly and unlawfully enters or remains in a dwelling of another; or
(b) Enters any motor vehicle with intent to commit a crime therein.
(2)(a) First degree criminal trespass committed pursuant to subsection (1)(a) of this section is a class 1 misdemeanor, but it is a class 6 felony if the dwelling is inhabited or occupied.
(b) First degree criminal trespass committed pursuant to subsection (1)(b) of this section is a class 1 misdemeanor.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Colorado Revised Statutes Title 18. Criminal Code § 18-4-502. First degree criminal trespass - last updated January 01, 2022 | https://codes.findlaw.com/co/title-18-criminal-code/co-rev-st-sect-18-4-502.html
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