Legal Question in Criminal Law in Colorado

In Colorado, most convictions must stay on your record forever. This is a creature of statute and can change. BUT, if you were offered a deferred sentence and were not convicted of anything in the case, you could have it SEALED from public view.

Under state law, the conviction for misdemeanor theft is permanent. A deferred judgment and sentence is not technically a conviction, that is why deferreds are attractive.

If you plead guilty and a conviction is entered, convictions stay on your record for the rest of your life. If you have no previous criminal history, there is a good chance a plea bargain that will not result in a conviction and which could eventually be dismissed and sealed could be negotiated for you. If you like, please feel free to give me a call to discuss your options. Good luck.