Colorado · Colorado Revised Statutes — Title 18, Criminal Code
C.R.S. Title 18 § 18-12-108.5: Possession of handguns by juveniles - prohibited - exceptions - penalty
What this law says, in plain English
Colorado law prohibits anyone under 18 from possessing a handgun, with exceptions for safety courses, hunting, target shooting, and parental permission at home. First offense is a class 2 misdemeanor; repeat offenses are class 5 felonies.
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