People v. Herrera

In these eight cases, consolidated for appeal, appellants seek post-conviction review of their sentences, under 1971 Perm. Supp., C.R.S. 1963, 40-1-101 et seq. Section 40-1-510(1 )(f), as amended, authorizes post-conviction review where it is alleged:

“That there has been a significant change in the law, applied to applicant’s conviction or sentence, allowing in the interest of justice retroactive application of the changed legal standards.” (Emphasis added.)

The Colorado Criminal Code, effective July 1, 1972, redefined many offenses and completely revamped the penalty provisions. Sentences…