State

Colorado

HIV Specific “Prosecuting” Statute(s)?

Yes

Number of PLWHA in the state

10,700

# Times Charges Filed under HIV-specific statutes

3

# Different Individuals Convicted

1

Can HIV be an aggravating factor when charged with other crimes?

Yes

Statute Number

Col. Rev. Stat. 18-7-205.7

Maximum Penalty Per Charge

18 months

Statute Title

Patronizing a prostitute with knowledge of being infected with AIDS

Statute Number

C.R.S.A. § 18-7-201.7

Statute Title

Prostitution with knowledge of being infected with AIDS

Maximum Penalty Per Charge

3 years