Colorado POST CRS Exam Secrets 2026 – Most Tested Law
Questions & Verified Answers
1. A drug that has a high probability for abuse, lacks safety controls, and has no
established therapeutic use, such as heroin or LSD, is classified by the FDA as
a
Schedule V drug.
Schedule III drug.
Placebo.
Schedule I drug.
2. A robbery is:
the taking of personal property from the presence of the victim by
use of force or fear
the wrongful or fraudulent taking of personal property
the willful and malicious burning of another's dwelling
breaking and entering a dwelling during the night
3. Which of the below is NOT a justification for the use of deadly force under
Colorado law?
Leaving scene in motor vehicle at high rate of speed
Attempt to escape by use of a deadly weapon
Subject committed a felony use of a deadly weapon
4. In Colorado, is it considered a crime to refuse to assist a peace officer?
Only under certain circumstances
True
, It depends on the officer's request
False
5. Discuss the implications of cocaine being classified as a Schedule II drug in
Colorado.
Cocaine being classified as a Schedule II drug indicates that it has a
high potential for abuse but also has accepted medical uses under
strict regulations.
Cocaine is classified as a Schedule IV drug, indicating low potential
for abuse.
Cocaine is classified as a Schedule I drug, meaning it has no accepted
medical uses.
Cocaine is completely illegal in Colorado with no medical uses.
6. Describe the significance of the dollar amount in determining whether a theft
is classified as a felony or misdemeanor.
All thefts are felonies regardless of the dollar amount.
The dollar amount is irrelevant to the classification of theft.
The dollar amount determines the severity of the crime, with
amounts over $1,000 typically classified as a felony.
The dollar amount only affects sentencing, not classification.
7. Describe the legal implications of taking an iPad from a vehicle without the
owner's consent.
Taking an iPad from a vehicle without consent constitutes theft,
which is a criminal offense.
Taking an iPad is only a civil matter.
, Taking an iPad can only be charged as vandalism.
Taking an iPad is legal if the car is unlocked.
8. The elements of 1st degree assault are:
The injury must have resulted in a high probability of death or
serious bodily injury.
Must utilize a weapon considered to by an illegal weapon.
Need only prove bodily injury.
Must be done with criminal negligence in a manner that is likely to
result in bodily injury.
9. The transfer of not more than one ounce of marijuana, or not more than half
an ounce of marijuana concentrate to a minor by an adult who is two years
older than the minor is a level 4 drug felony (18-18-406(d)).
level 2 drug felony
level 1 drug felony
level 3 drug felony
level 4 drug felony
10. If a person accidentally exposes their buttocks while changing clothes in a
public restroom, how would Colorado law classify this action?
A public indecency offense
A felony
A misdemeanor
Not a crime
, 11. If an adult transfers one ounce of marijuana to a minor and is later found to
be only one year older than the minor, what legal consequences might they
face?
They will not face any legal consequences.
They may face legal consequences for transferring marijuana to a
minor.
They will be fined but not face criminal charges.
They can legally transfer marijuana since it is under the limit.
12. If Colorado were to amend its drug laws, how might the Uniformed
Controlled Substances Act influence this process?
It would allow Colorado to create laws that contradict federal
regulations.
It would require Colorado to eliminate all controlled substances.
It would have no influence since state laws are independent of
federal guidelines.
It would provide a legal framework that Colorado must consider
when making amendments.
13. Which of the below is the period of time from the entry of not guilty plea to
trial in order to have a speedy trial under Colorado law (18-1-405)?
Three years
Ninety days
Eighteen months
Six months
Questions & Verified Answers
1. A drug that has a high probability for abuse, lacks safety controls, and has no
established therapeutic use, such as heroin or LSD, is classified by the FDA as
a
Schedule V drug.
Schedule III drug.
Placebo.
Schedule I drug.
2. A robbery is:
the taking of personal property from the presence of the victim by
use of force or fear
the wrongful or fraudulent taking of personal property
the willful and malicious burning of another's dwelling
breaking and entering a dwelling during the night
3. Which of the below is NOT a justification for the use of deadly force under
Colorado law?
Leaving scene in motor vehicle at high rate of speed
Attempt to escape by use of a deadly weapon
Subject committed a felony use of a deadly weapon
4. In Colorado, is it considered a crime to refuse to assist a peace officer?
Only under certain circumstances
True
, It depends on the officer's request
False
5. Discuss the implications of cocaine being classified as a Schedule II drug in
Colorado.
Cocaine being classified as a Schedule II drug indicates that it has a
high potential for abuse but also has accepted medical uses under
strict regulations.
Cocaine is classified as a Schedule IV drug, indicating low potential
for abuse.
Cocaine is classified as a Schedule I drug, meaning it has no accepted
medical uses.
Cocaine is completely illegal in Colorado with no medical uses.
6. Describe the significance of the dollar amount in determining whether a theft
is classified as a felony or misdemeanor.
All thefts are felonies regardless of the dollar amount.
The dollar amount is irrelevant to the classification of theft.
The dollar amount determines the severity of the crime, with
amounts over $1,000 typically classified as a felony.
The dollar amount only affects sentencing, not classification.
7. Describe the legal implications of taking an iPad from a vehicle without the
owner's consent.
Taking an iPad from a vehicle without consent constitutes theft,
which is a criminal offense.
Taking an iPad is only a civil matter.
, Taking an iPad can only be charged as vandalism.
Taking an iPad is legal if the car is unlocked.
8. The elements of 1st degree assault are:
The injury must have resulted in a high probability of death or
serious bodily injury.
Must utilize a weapon considered to by an illegal weapon.
Need only prove bodily injury.
Must be done with criminal negligence in a manner that is likely to
result in bodily injury.
9. The transfer of not more than one ounce of marijuana, or not more than half
an ounce of marijuana concentrate to a minor by an adult who is two years
older than the minor is a level 4 drug felony (18-18-406(d)).
level 2 drug felony
level 1 drug felony
level 3 drug felony
level 4 drug felony
10. If a person accidentally exposes their buttocks while changing clothes in a
public restroom, how would Colorado law classify this action?
A public indecency offense
A felony
A misdemeanor
Not a crime
, 11. If an adult transfers one ounce of marijuana to a minor and is later found to
be only one year older than the minor, what legal consequences might they
face?
They will not face any legal consequences.
They may face legal consequences for transferring marijuana to a
minor.
They will be fined but not face criminal charges.
They can legally transfer marijuana since it is under the limit.
12. If Colorado were to amend its drug laws, how might the Uniformed
Controlled Substances Act influence this process?
It would allow Colorado to create laws that contradict federal
regulations.
It would require Colorado to eliminate all controlled substances.
It would have no influence since state laws are independent of
federal guidelines.
It would provide a legal framework that Colorado must consider
when making amendments.
13. Which of the below is the period of time from the entry of not guilty plea to
trial in order to have a speedy trial under Colorado law (18-1-405)?
Three years
Ninety days
Eighteen months
Six months
