Colorado conviction for attempted sexual assault of child is crime of violence for sentencing purposes
SENTENCING United States v. Austin, No. 04-1387, ___ F.3d ___ (10th Cir. Oct. 14, 2005)(Colorado). Appeal of sentence for being prohibited person in possession of firearm in violation of 18 U.S.C. § 922(g)(1). HELD: Defendant’s prior conviction under Colorado statute for attempted sexual assault of child constitutes “crime of violence” for purpose of increasing sentence under U.S.S.G. §§ 2K2.1 and 4B1.2. Read the opinion here. |
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