C.R.S. Section 18-4-701
Theft of cable service

  • definitions

(1)

As used in this part 7, unless the context otherwise requires:

(a)

“Cable operator” means any person who:

(I)

Provides cable service over a cable system in which such person directly or through one or more affiliates owns a significant interest; or

(II)

Controls or is responsible for the management and operation of such cable system through any arrangement.

(b)

“Cable service” means:

(I)

The one-way transmission to subscribers of a video programming service;

(II)

Two-way interactive services delivered over a cable system;

(III)

Subscriber interaction, if any, that is required for the selection or use of such video programming or interactive service.

(c)

“Cable system” means a facility consisting of a set of closed transmission paths and associated signal operation, reception, and control equipment that is designed to provide cable service.

(2)

A person commits theft of cable service if such person knowingly:

(a)

Obtains cable service from a cable operator by trick, artifice, deception, use of an unauthorized device or decoder, or other means without authorization or with the intent to deprive such cable operator of lawful compensation for the services rendered;

(b)

Intentionally left blank —Ed.

(I)

Makes or maintains, without authority from or payment to a cable operator, a connection or connections, whether physical, electrical, mechanical, acoustical, or otherwise with any cable, wire, component, or other device used for the distribution of cable services.

(II)

Notwithstanding subparagraph (I) of this paragraph (b), this paragraph (b) shall not include circumstances where a person has attached a wire or cable to extend service that the person has paid for or that has been authorized to an additional outlet, or where the cable operator has failed to disconnect a previously authorized cable service.

(c)

Modifies, alters, or maintains a modification or alteration to a device installed or capable of being installed with the authorization of a cable operator, which modification or alteration is for the purpose of intercepting or receiving cable service carried by such cable operator without authority from or payment to such cable operator;

(d)

Possesses without authority, with the intent to receive cable operator services without authorization from or payment to a cable operator, a device or printed circuit board designed in whole or in part to facilitate the following acts:

(I)

To receive cable services offered for sale over a cable system; or

(II)

To perform or facilitate the performance of any act set forth in paragraphs (a) to (c) of this subsection (2).

(e)

Manufactures, imports into this state, distributes, sells, leases, or offers or advertises for sale or lease, with the intent to receive cable services or with the intent to promote the reception of cable services without payment or authorization from a cable operator, any device, printed circuit board, or plan or kit for a device or printed circuit board designed in whole or in part to facilitate the following acts:

(I)

To receive any cable services offered for sale over a cable system; or

(II)

To perform or facilitate the performance of any act set forth in paragraphs (a) to (c) of this subsection (2).

(f)

Fails to return or surrender equipment used to receive cable service and provided by a cable operator, after such service has been terminated for any reason.

(3)

This section does not apply to satellite dishes.

(4)

Any person who violates this section commits a petty offense.

Source: Section 18-4-701 — Theft of cable service - definitions, https://leg.­colorado.­gov/sites/default/files/images/olls/crs2023-title-18.­pdf (accessed Oct. 20, 2023).

18‑4‑101
Definitions 18‑4‑102
First degree arson 18‑4‑103
Second degree arson 18‑4‑104
Third degree arson 18‑4‑105
Fourth degree arson 18‑4‑201
Definitions 18‑4‑202
First degree burglary 18‑4‑203
Second degree burglary 18‑4‑204
Third degree burglary 18‑4‑205
Possession of burglary tools 18‑4‑301
Robbery 18‑4‑302
Aggravated robbery 18‑4‑305
Use of photographs, video tapes, or films of property 18‑4‑401
Theft 18‑4‑403
Statutory intent 18‑4‑404
Obtaining control over any stolen thing of value - conviction 18‑4‑405
Rights in stolen property 18‑4‑406
Concealment of goods 18‑4‑407
Questioning of person suspected of theft without liability 18‑4‑408
Theft of trade secrets - penalty 18‑4‑409
Motor vehicle theft - definitions 18‑4‑409.5
Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle - definition 18‑4‑411
Transactions for profit in stolen goods 18‑4‑412
Theft of medical records or medical information - penalty - definitions 18‑4‑413
Mandatory sentencing for repeated felony theft from a store - store defined 18‑4‑414
Evidence of value 18‑4‑415
Use of photographs, video tapes, or films of property 18‑4‑416
Theft by resale of a lift ticket or coupon 18‑4‑417
Unlawful acts - theft detection devices 18‑4‑420
Chop shop activity - ownership or operation of a chop shop - altered or removed identification number - penalties - definitions 18‑4‑501
Criminal mischief 18‑4‑502
First degree criminal trespass 18‑4‑503
Second degree criminal trespass 18‑4‑504
Third degree criminal trespass 18‑4‑504.5
Definition of premises 18‑4‑505
First degree criminal tampering 18‑4‑506
Second degree criminal tampering 18‑4‑506.3
Tampering with equipment associated with oil or gas gathering operations - penalty 18‑4‑506.5
Tampering with a utility meter - penalty 18‑4‑507
Defacing or destruction of written instruments 18‑4‑508
Defacing, destroying, or removing landmarks, monuments, or accessories 18‑4‑509
Defacing a cave - definitions 18‑4‑510
Defacing posted notice 18‑4‑511
Littering of public or private property - repeal 18‑4‑512
Abandonment of a motor vehicle 18‑4‑513
Criminal use of a noxious substance 18‑4‑514
Use of photographs, video tapes, or films of property 18‑4‑515
Entry to survey property - exception to criminal trespass 18‑4‑516
Criminal operation of a device in motion picture theater 18‑4‑601
Definitions 18‑4‑602
Unlawful transfer for sale 18‑4‑603
Unlawful trafficking in unlawfully transferred articles 18‑4‑604
Dealing in unlawfully packaged recorded articles 18‑4‑604.3
Unlawful recording of a live performance 18‑4‑604.7
Trafficking in unlawfully recorded live performance 18‑4‑605
Applicability 18‑4‑606
Confiscation and disposition of items 18‑4‑607
Restitution 18‑4‑701
Theft of cable service - definitions 18‑4‑702
Civil action - damages 18‑4‑703
Severability
Green check means up to date. Up to date

Current through Fall 2024

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