It’s not uncommon for people to apply for a job, loan, or even a travel visa in Colorado and receive a surprise denial due to their criminal record. Perhaps you have never been convicted of a crime, so how is it possible that a criminal record would impact your life now? Well, it is possible…
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Children grow up now with more access to technology and information than any previous generation. The presence of smartphones has drastically altered how kids experience peer pressure. This extends into early sexual experiences as well. A 2019 study showed that about 10% of children have been exposed to an explicit image by age 8, while…
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Being accused of shoplifting can be an embarrassing and confusing experience. People do shoplift, and stores have prevention tactics in place to help reduce the occurrence. Even with all the loss prevention tactics in place in stores, mistakes happen. A store may suspect you’ve stolen when you haven’t, so it’s important to understand your rights…
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In most states, being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense – and Colorado is no different. There have been changes to the DUI laws in the state over the years, but the outcome remains as harsh as ever if you are found guilty. It is completely understandable why. According to…
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Being charged with domestic violence signals the start of a long criminal case ahead. Often, it coincides with the dissolving of a relationship as well. Even if your spouse doesn’t pursue charges or testify, it is possible to undergo simultaneous state criminal prosecution for domestic violence and civil proceedings for divorce. To put it in…
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Even though Colorado has legalized marijuana, that shouldn’t be taken as a pass for other drugs in the state. In Colorado, if you are caught with illegal drugs or even quantities of marijuana that exceed the legal limits, you can face drug charges. When this happens, you need an experienced attorney to help you navigate…
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Most states take the crime of burglary seriously. In Fort Collins, Colorado, law enforcement were led to crack a larger case when burglaries seemed to be linked to race. Deemed “Operation Daylight”, this investigation uncovered a string of burglary crimes that appeared to target Asian American business owners. When police dug deeper, they discovered a…
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You may face situations in life where you have no idea how you will react until it happens. Often, situations involving self-defense and potentially violent acts fall into this category. A woman in Colorado Springs recently faced such a choice. She ended up shooting a man in the head after he made threats to kill…
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The consequences for felony murder in Colorado are about to change. Senate Bill 21-124 is headed to the desk of Governor Jared Polis. If he signs it, life sentences will no longer be mandatory for felony murder starting September 15, 2021. This would mark quite a departure from the old rules surrounding felony murder in…
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Assault can happen to anyone anywhere. Think about it: you’re at a party, enjoying yourself, when another party-goer infringes on your space; things flare out of control. The next day, you’re deep in serious criminal charges. In fact, that’s exactly what happened at a party in Pueblo, Colorado in July 2020. An exchange of words…
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