The first thing most people think of when you mention the holidays are the all too fun holiday parties that are lined up with food and drink to spare. This is a chance for you and your friends to unwind get some stress out and maybe have a few Christmas Ales, perhaps...
Year: 2008
Domestic Violence and the Holidays
While the holidays generally seem like a time to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family, too often the stress of jam-packed and busy days like these can lead to household tensions that can have disastrous consequences. Too often we see a spike in Domestic...
Sealing Criminal Records
"I'm sorry Mr. Jones but we are unable to hire you because you have a criminal record." Have you ever been told this or something similar? The National Bureau of Economic Research announced December 1st that the U.S. economy is officially in a recession. Undoubtedly,...
District Attorneys Get Tough on Economic Crimes
With the state of the economy as it is and people getting laid off or losing their jobs, it is no surprise that economic crimes are on the rise. What is important to know however is that District Attorneys and Judges are aware of this and are handing out tough...
What are the hidden costs of taking a Felony Conviction?
What are the hidden costs of taking a felony conviction? When criminal defendants are deciding how to best handle their case, oftentimes there are a number of collateral consequences nobody tells them about. A court and a district attorney aren't under any obligation...
DUI and How It Will Affect Your Driver’s License in 2009
Drivers accused of Driving Under the Influence in Colorado will face stiffer consequences come January 1, 2009. Currently adult drivers who are enduring their first DUI accusation (called a "per se revocation") face the possibility of losing their privilege to drive...
Domestic Violence – Why Was There an Arrest When Nobody “Pressed Charges”?
Something that everyone seems to always wonder is why someone accused of domestic violence always ends up in jail. It seems that this fact is never fully explained by police officers when they make contact with the defendant and their family. Often times, it is not...
Welcome to the Denver Criminal Defense Attorney Blog
Hello and welcome to the official blog of Shazam Kianpour & Associates, P.C., -- a Denver County criminal defense law firm. Here you'll find breaking news, information on changes in law and other updates affecting our clients -- those in Colorado who have been...