Definitions of Conviction

Colorado Law – “Conviction” as Defined by the Colorado DMV
“Convicted” or “conviction” means: (a) A plea of guilty or nolo contendere; (b) A verdict of guilty; (c) An adjudication of delinquency under title 19, C.R.S.; (d) The payment of a penalty assessment under section 42-4-1701 if the summons states clearly the points to be assessed for the offense; and (e) As to a holder of a commercial driver’s license as defined in section 42-2-402 or the operator of a commercial motor vehicle as defined in section 42-2-402: (I) An unvacated adjudication of guilt or a determination by an authorized administrative hearing that a person has violated or failed to comply with the law; (II) An unvacated forfeiture of bail or collateral deposited to secure the person’s appearance in court; (III) The payment of a fine or court cost or violation of a condition of release without bail, regardless of whether or not the penalty is rebated, suspended, or probated; or (IV) A deferred sentence.
“Conviction” as Defined by the Commercial Drivers License CDL Program
“Conviction means an unvacated adjudication of guilt, or a determination that a person has violated or failed to comply with the law in a court of original jurisdiction or by an authorized administrative tribunal, an unvacated forfeiture of bail or collateral deposited to secure the person’s appearance in court, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere accepted by the court, the payment of a fine or court cost, or violation of a condition of release without bail, regardless of whether or not the penalty is rebated, suspended, or probated.”
Next: Read How Many Points am I Allowed?
You Might Also Want to Read…

Colorado Drivers License & Traffic Ticket Attorney – Call Us Today To Discuss Your Case!