People v. Gallegos

1 1 This sexual assault case requires us to interpret the phrases "established a relationship" and "promoted a relationship" in the relationship criterion of the sexually violent predator ("SVP") statute, section 18-3-414.5(1)(a)(III), C.R.S. (2012). We hold that an offender "established a relationship" with his victim primarily for the purpose of sexual victimization where he created, started, or began a relationship primarily for that purpose. Applying the definition of "established a relationship" to the record in this case, we affirm the court of appeals' decision reversing Respondent…