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§ 16-4-202. Appeal bond hearing - factors to be considered

CO Rev Stat § 16-4-202 (2018) (N/A)
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(1) The court shall consider the following factors in deciding whether or not an appeal bond should be granted and determining the type of bond and conditions of release required:

(a) The nature and circumstances of the offense before the court and the sentence imposed for that offense;

(b) The defendant's length of residence in the community;

(c) The defendant's employment, family ties, character, reputation, and mental condition;

(d) The defendant's past criminal record and record of appearance at court proceedings;

(e) Any showing of intimidation or harassment of witnesses or potential witnesses, or likelihood that the defendant will harm or threaten any person having a part in the trial resulting in conviction;

(f) Any other criminal charges pending against the defendant and the potential sentences should the defendant be convicted of those charges;

(g) The circumstances of, and sentences imposed in, any criminal case in which the defendant has been convicted but execution stayed pending appeal;

(h) The likelihood that the defendant will commit additional criminal offenses during the pendency of such defendant's appeal; and

(i) The defendant's likelihood of success on appeal.

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