Eligible felony convictions can be sealed after:
10 years
Misdemeanor convictions can be sealed after:
7 years
Most felony and misdemeanor offenses in these categories can be sealed:
Drug crimes
Theft crimes, including Retail Theft and Receiving Stolen Property
Trespass
Forgery & Fraud crimes, incl. Access/Devise Fraud, Bad Checks, ID Theft, and Welfare Fraud
Criminal Mischief
Petty offenses can be sealed after:
7 years
Civil infractions can be sealed after:
4 years
Most misdemeanors can be sealed, including:
Simple Assault
Disorderly Conduct
Harassment
Terroristic threats
Recklessly Endangering Another Person
Resisting Arrest
Possession of an Instrument of a Crime
Prostitution
This tool can help you estimate your eligibility for automated sealing for a single conviction in a Colorado case.
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