Criminal cases in Colorado can be difficult and complex to navigate. There are many variables and unknowns in the process. For this reason, some defendants are tempted to take deferred prosecution agreements, also known as pretrial diversions, when they are offered. These types of agreements mean that a defendant doesn’t need to plead guilty. Meeting…
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A criminal record can make different areas of your life challenging, even after you’ve paid your debt to society. The good news: in Colorado, you may be eligible to have your record sealed. If you’re not familiar with the sealing of criminal records and what it can do for you, read on to learn more…
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In Colorado, there are three degrees of assault. Each has different factors that determine what degree it is to be charged and the varying levels of punishment if convicted. Assault with a deadly weapon is the most serious type of assault charge a Coloradoan can face, and a felony conviction like this can result in…
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You have the right to remain silent. Almost everyone is familiar with that refrain – through television or movies if it’s not something experienced in real life. The right to remain silent is also known as Miranda rights and it’s key to your protections as a citizen when you’re arrested in the United States. While…
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Colorado has a group of crimes referred to as property crimes. It encompasses acts such as burglary, robbery, receiving stolen property, and theft. The penalties associated with these crimes can be quite severe and shoplifting falls under this list. In fact, a large percentage of the thefts committed in Colorado in any given year is…
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Domestic violence is a crime that has a farther-reaching impact than an offender may initially realize. Often they realize that those household members who are subjected to it, whether directly involved or simply as a witness, often deal with trauma for years. What doesn’t always register directly for those who become violent against their loved…
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In Colorado, legislation regarding the legalization and decriminalization of some drugs is picking up momentum. These days, it’s not just marijuana that is getting attention, but also psilocybin. This is the substance in psychedelic mushrooms that has a psychoactive effect on the user. In 2019, Denver voters made it clear they want to decriminalize psilocybin…
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You’ve probably heard the term “contempt of court” on television or in movies, but it’s important to know that it’s not simply something found in courtroom dramas. Contempt of court is a real-world action — and it’s not a good thing if it happens to you. Below, you’ll find what you need to know about…
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Sometimes, interactions between people escalate. Sometimes they become physical, and sometimes, getting into a physical confrontation with someone else results in criminal assault charges. Furthermore, who you assault often plays a big role in how you’re charged. Recently, KKTV’s “Monday’s Most Wanted” highlights several Coloradans facing a laundry list of charges, such as second-degree assault…
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The holidays are a special time of the year, but they’re also a time where law enforcement tends to crack down on crimes such as drinking and driving. This year, holiday enforcement of DUI laws was upped to help curb those drinking and driving while impaired. The Colorado Department of Transportation teamed up with the…
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