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Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation - Colorado Sexual Assault Laws
In Colorado, the criminal charge of Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation is classified as a Statutory Class 3 felony.
In Colorado, the criminal charge of Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation is classified as a Statutory Class 3 felony.
Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation Crime & Punishment in Colorado :
The Colorado code § 18-6-403 defines one degrees of the crime procurement of a child for sexual exploitation, each with associated punishments. The degree of the crime depends on the specifics of the crime committed, with higher degrees of the charge generally receiving harsher punishments.
| Severity | Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation - Charge Description | Punishment |
|---|---|---|
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Class 3 felony STATUTORY |
2-24 years in prison and/or a $3000-$750,000 fine. |
Colorado law allows procurement of a child for sexual exploitation to be enforced as a statutory charge. This means that this charge can be applied to cases in which the victim is younger than the Colorado Age of Consent, even if the victim willingly engages in sexual relations with the defendant.
Procurement of a child for sexual exploitation is a charge that is unique to Colorado. Crimes that would be prosecuted as procurement of a child for sexual exploitation in Colorado will be prosecuted under a different statute depending on the state in which the crime takes place.