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Title 16. CRIMES AND OFFENSES

Chapter 1. GENERAL PROVISIONS

12 sections · 16-1-1 to 16-1-12

  1. 16-1-1Short title.
  2. 16-1-2Purposes of title.
  3. 16-1-3Definitions.
  4. 16-1-4When conduct constitutes a crime; power of court to punish contempt or enforce orders, civil judgments, and decrees.
  5. 16-1-5Presumption of innocence; standard of proof for conviction.
  6. 16-1-6Conviction for lesser included offenses.
  7. 16-1-7Multiple prosecutions for same conduct.
  8. 16-1-8When prosecution barred by former prosecution.
  9. 16-1-9Application of title to crimes committed prior to enactment.
  10. 16-1-10Punishment for crimes for which punishment not otherwise provided.
  11. 16-1-11Effect of repeal or amendment of criminal law on prosecution of prior violations.
  12. 16-1-12Restrictions on contingency fee compensation of attorney appointed to represent state in forfeiture action.