C.R.S. Section 16-13-502
Definitions

As used in this part 5, unless the context otherwise requires:

(1)

“Contraband article” means any controlled substance, as defined in section 18-18-102 (5), C.R.S., any other drug the possession of which is an offense under the laws of this state, any imitation controlled substance, as defined in section 18-18-420 (3), C.R.S., or any drug paraphernalia, as defined in section 18-18-426, C.R.S.

(1.5)

“Conviction” means a verdict of guilty by a judge or jury or a plea of guilty or nolo contendere that is accepted by the court or adjudication for an offense that would constitute a criminal offense if committed by an adult.

(1.7)

“Instrumental” means a substantial connection exists between the property and the unlawful use of the property.

(1.8)

“Proceeds traceable” or “traceable proceeds” means all property, real and personal, corporeal and incorporeal, which is proceeds attributable to, derived from, or realized through, directly or indirectly, a subject act described in section 16-13-503, whether proved by direct, circumstantial, or documentary evidence. There shall be no requirement of showing of a trail of documentary evidence to trace proceeds if the standard of proof by clear and convincing evidence is met.

(2)

“Seizing agency” means any agency that is charged with the enforcement of the laws of this state, of any other state, or of the United States relating to controlled substances and that has participated in a seizure or has been substantially involved in effecting a forfeiture through legal representation pursuant to this part 5; except that the filing of any lien against property forfeited under this part 5 by the governing body or agency thereof of any seizing agency after the date of seizure shall preclude such agency from participating pursuant to this part 5 as a seizing agency and shall deny any such agency from receiving any proceeds under this part 5. The department of corrections and a multijurisdictional task force shall be deemed to be included under this definition.

(3)

“Vehicle” means any device of conveyance capable of moving itself or of being moved from place to place upon wheels, tracks, or water or through the air, whether or not intended for the transport of persons or property, and includes any place therein adapted for overnight accommodation of persons or animals or for the carrying on of business.

Source: Section 16-13-502 — Definitions, https://leg.­colorado.­gov/sites/default/files/images/olls/crs2023-title-16.­pdf (accessed Oct. 20, 2023).

16‑13‑216
Powers and duties of the board 16‑13‑301
Definitions 16‑13‑302
Public nuisances - policy 16‑13‑303
Class 1 public nuisance 16‑13‑304
Class 2 public nuisance 16‑13‑305
Class 3 public nuisance 16‑13‑306
Class 4 public nuisance 16‑13‑306.5
Limitations on receipt of forfeiture payments from federal agencies 16‑13‑307
Jurisdiction - venue - parties - process 16‑13‑308
Temporary restraining order - preliminary injunction - when to issue 16‑13‑309
Judgment - relief 16‑13‑310
Redelivery of seized premises 16‑13‑311
Disposition of seized personal property 16‑13‑312
Violation of injunction 16‑13‑313
Fees - costs and fines - lien and collection 16‑13‑314
Disposition of forfeited real property 16‑13‑315
Seizure of personal property 16‑13‑316
Prior liens not subject to forfeiture - vesting of title 16‑13‑501
Short title 16‑13‑501.5
Legislative declaration 16‑13‑502
Definitions 16‑13‑503
Subject acts 16‑13‑504
Forfeiture of vehicle, fixtures and contents of building, personal property, or contraband article - exceptions 16‑13‑504.5
Limitations on receipt of forfeiture payments from federal agencies 16‑13‑505
Forfeiture proceedings 16‑13‑506
Final order - disposition of property 16‑13‑507
Disposition of contraband article or property 16‑13‑508
Forfeitures 16‑13‑509
Evidentiary presumption 16‑13‑510
Money placed in account 16‑13‑511
Severability 16‑13‑601
Receipt of federally forfeited property 16‑13‑701
Reports related to seizures and forfeitures - legislative declaration - definitions 16‑13‑702
Disposition of forfeited property 16‑13‑901
Legislative declaration 16‑13‑902
Definitions 16‑13‑903
Sexually violent predator subject to community notification - determination - implementation 16‑13‑904
Sex offender management board - duties 16‑13‑905
Local law enforcement - duties - immunity 16‑13‑906
Division of criminal justice - technical assistance team 16‑13‑1001
Legislative declaration 16‑13‑1002
Resentencing hearing for persons serving life sentences without the possibility of parole as the result of a direct file or transfer
Green check means up to date. Up to date

Current through Fall 2024

§ 16-13-502’s source at colorado​.gov