Supreme Court Overturns Colorado Man’s Conviction Under Habitual Offender Law

Troy Fields received lengthy sentences after being convicted of kidnapping, sexual assault, and multiple counts under a state habitual offender statute.

The U.S. Supreme Court in Washington on Jan. 15, 2025. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

The U.S. Supreme Court vacated a Colorado man’s conviction under a habitual criminal statute, directing a state appeals court to reconsider the case in light of a ruling the justices made last year.

A habitual criminal statute enhances the sentence for a person convicted of multiple crimes.