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Illegal Discharge Of A Firearm Definition

Illegal Discharge Of A Firearm- Penalty, C.R.S. 18-12-107.5

(1) Any person who knowingly or recklessly discharges a firearm into any dwelling or any other building or occupied structure, or into any motor vehicle occupied by any person, commits the offense of illegal discharge of a firearm.

(2) It shall not be an offense under this section if the person who discharges a firearm in violation of subsection (1) of this section is a peace officer as described in section 16-2.5-101, C.R.S., acting within the scope of such officer’s authority and in the performance of such officer’s duties.

(3) Illegal discharge of a firearm is a class 5 felony.

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