Colorado § 40-7.5-101 - Definitions.
Full text of Colorado Colorado Revised Statutes § 40-7.5-101 — Definitions., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 40-7.5-101. Definitions.
As used in this article, unless the context otherwise requires:
(1) "Bypassing" means the act of attaching, connecting, or in any manner affixing any wire, cord, socket, motor, pipe, or other instrument, device, or contrivance to the utility supply system or any part thereof in such a manner as to transmit, supply, or use any utility service without passing through an authorized meter or other device provided for measuring, registering, determining, or limiting the amount of electricity, gas, or water consumed.
(2) "Customer" means the person responsible for payment for utility services for the premises, and such term includes employees and agents of the customer.
(3) "Person" means any individual, firm, partnership, corporation, company, association, joint-stock association, or other legal entity.
(4) "Tampering" means the act of damaging, altering, adjusting, or in any manner interfering with or obstructing the action or operation of any meter or other device provided for measuring, registering, determining, or limiting the amount of electricity, gas, or water consumed.
(5) "Unauthorized metering" means the act of removing, moving, installing, connecting, reconnecting, or disconnecting any meter or metering device for utility service by a person other than an authorized contractor, employee, or agent of such utility.
(6) "Utility" means any pipeline corporation, gas corporation, electrical corporation, water corporation, irrigation system, cooperative association, nonprofit corporation, nonprofit association, municipality, or person operating in whole or in part for the purpose of supplying electricity, gas, steam, or water, or any combination thereof, to the public or to any person.
(7) "Utility service" means the provision of electricity, gas, steam, water, or any other service or commodity furnished by the utility for compensation.
(8) "Utility supply system" includes all wires, conduits, pipes, cords, sockets, motors, meters, instruments, and other devices whatsoever used by the utility for the purpose of providing utility services.
Source: L. 83: Entire article added, p. 1564, § 1, effective July 1.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorado § 40-7.5-101
What does Colorado Revised Statutes § 40-7.5-101 cover?
Section 40-7.5-101 ("Definitions.") is part of the Colorado Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Colorado. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Colorado § 40-7.5-101?
A common citation format is "Colorado Revised Statutes § 40-7.5-101" (Colorado). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Colorado law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Colorado official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Colorado attorney.
How does Colorado § 40-7.5-101 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Colorado can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Colorado.