Montes-Rodriguez v. People

I. Introduction

In this appeal, we review the court of appeals' decision to affirm Felix Montes-Rodriguez's conviction for criminal impersonation in violation of section 18-5-113(1)(e), C.R.S. (2010). People v. Montes-Rodrigues, 219 P.3d 840 (Colo.App.2009). In relevant part, this statute applies when one assumes a false identity or a false capacity with the intent to unlawfully gain a benefit for himself1 § 18-5-118(1)(e) Montes-Rodriguez was convicted of criminal impersonation based on his use of a false social security number on an application for an automobile loan. Montes-Rodriguez…