Colorado Legislature The Bully Pulpit

House Bill 25-1062: Penalty for Theft of Firearms

Written by Scott James

House Bill 25-1062 makes firearm theft a felony, ensuring real consequences for criminals. No more weak penalties, no more excuses. Each stolen gun is a separate charge, stopping repeat offenders in their tracks. Tell your legislators to VOTE YES on HB 25-1062 and protect Colorado from rising crime!

House Bill 25-1062 is a common-sense, tough-on-crime measure that makes firearm theft a serious felony offense, regardless of the gun’s value.

This bill:

  • Classifies the theft of a firearm as a Class 6 felony, ensuring criminals face real consequences for stealing guns.
  • Imposes a Class 5 felony charge for repeat offenses, deterring career criminals from reoffending.
  • Prevents firearm theft from being lumped into general property crime statutes, which often result in weak penalties.
  • Holds criminals accountable for every gun stolen in a single crime spree, treating each stolen firearm as a separate offense.

Right now, firearm theft is treated like stealing a bicycle or a laptop. That’s unacceptable. HB 25-1062 ensures criminals face real penalties for gun theft and helps keep firearms out of the wrong hands.

My Thoughts on the Bill

Crime in Colorado is out of control, and it’s time to get serious about holding criminals accountable.

The left loves to talk about “gun control,” but the real problem isn’t law-abiding gun owners—it’s criminals stealing firearms with little to no consequences. HB 25-1062 is Colorado common sense: punish criminals, deter crime, and protect law-abiding citizens.

Why HB 25-1062 is Critical for Colorado

Ends the slap-on-the-wrist penalties – Stealing a firearm should NEVER be treated like petty theft.

Holds criminals accountable – Each stolen gun = a separate felony charge. No more easy plea deals.

Targets actual criminals, not law-abiding gun owners – This bill goes after thieves, not responsible citizens.

Helps keep guns out of the wrong handsStopping firearm theft is real gun safety.

Enough is Enough: Get Tough on Crime!

Colorado’s soft-on-crime policies have failed. HB 25-1062 is a real solution that cracks down on criminals instead of punishing responsible gun owners.

📢 Tell your legislators to VOTE YES on HB 25-1062! Let’s get serious about crime and protect Coloradans!

Track the progress of HB25-1062 HERE.

About the author

Scott James

A 4th generation Northern Colorado native, Scott K. James is a veteran broadcaster, professional communicator, and principled leader. Widely recognized for his thoughtful, common-sense approach to addressing issues that affect families, businesses, and communities, Scott, his wife, Julie, and son, Jack, call Johnstown, Colorado, home. A former mayor of Johnstown, James is a staunch defender of the Constitution and the rule of law, the free market, and the power of the individual. Scott has delighted in a lifetime of public service and continues that service as a Weld County Commissioner representing District 2.