Definitions of Conviction

Below is a breakdown of the Definitions of Conviction – the various criteria that can lead to a conviction. With 20+ years of experience and thousands of cases handled, our traffic lawyers have a thorough understanding of the definitions of conviction. We may be able to help fight your traffic ticket, court summons, or drivers license case. For more information or questions about the definitions of conviction, contact us today.

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What is a Conviction?

Below are the various Definitions of Conviction. “Convicted” or “conviction” means:

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(a) A plea of guilty or nolo contendere;

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(b) A verdict of guilty;

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(c) An adjudication of delinquency under title 19, C.R.S.;

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(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;

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(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.

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“Conviction” as Defined by the Commercial Drivers License CDL Program

The CDL program definition: 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 an appearance in court, a plea of guilty or nolo contendere accepted by the court, the payment of a fine, or violation of a condition of release without bail, regardless of the penalty being rebated, suspended, or probated.