A person is legally accountable as principal for the behavior of another constituting a criminal offense if, with the intent to promote or facilitate the commission of the offense, he or she aids, abets, advises, or encourages the other person in planning or committing the offense.
Source: L. 71: R&RE, p. 406, § 1. C.R.S. 1963: § 40-1-703. L. 97: Entire section amended, p. 1540, § 3, effective July 1.
Structure Colorado Code
Article 1 - Provisions Applicable to Offenses Generally
Part 6 - Parties to Offenses - Accountability
§ 18-1-601. Liability Based Upon Behavior
§ 18-1-602. Behavior of Another
§ 18-1-604. Exemptions From Liability Based Upon Behavior of Another
§ 18-1-605. Liability Based on Behavior of Another - No Defense
§ 18-1-606. Criminal Liability of Business Entities - Definitions
§ 18-1-607. Criminal Liability of an Individual for Corporate Conduct