If you're accused of drinking and driving or being under the influence of drugs behind the wheel, your freedom can be put at risk in Colorado. In fact, if you've been convicted previously, you could be looking at time in prison or hefty fines.The state of Colorado...
Month: May 2016
Drinking and boating can lead to DUI charges
The Memorial Day holiday is nearly upon us. The long weekend is the traditional kickoff to what most everyone hopes will be a long, enjoyable period of summer recreation. But just as Colorado and the other states have laws against driving under the influence, it also...
The texts you send might land you in legal trouble
Texting is quickly becoming one of the most common forms of communicating. While most people send texts that are harmless, others send texts that are sexual in nature. Those sexual texts have been termed sexts. What some people might not realize is that sexting can...
Summit discusses ways to recognize intoxication by marijuana
Marijuana use is legal in Colorado, but it's important to understand that you could be accused of a drug crime in the state if you are driving while under the influence. How can it be proven, though? The tests aren't the same as for alcohol, and it can be hard to...
Why you should protect your child from an underage DUI conviction
In Colorado, the age at which a person is legally allowed to consume alcohol is 21 years. Unfortunately, many people ignore this law and drink at least once before that age. It is when a youth decides to drive while drinking that the real problems can begin. Along...
Decriminalzation of marijuana doesn’t mean there aren’t rules
While it is true that Colorado has decriminalized marijuana for personal use, there are still some laws that apply to the possession, distribution, and cultivation of marijuana. This means that even though you can legally grow and use marijuana, you need to be aware...
Drug charge penalties are tiered in Colorado
The drug laws in Colorado are a bit different from other places, which can make them a bit more difficult to understand. Generally, the penalties for drug convictions are more severe for people who are charged with higher level crimes and those who meet certain...
A question about driving high in Colorado
We all know that in Colorado, adults may possess and consume marijuana under certain conditions. We might not all know the parameters of laws regulating its use, however; most importantly, laws regarding the use of marijuana and driving.One overarching message...
Defending yourself against charges of domestic violence
The most important thing to understand about domestic violence allegations is that they are often far more serious than many Colorado residents imagine. In most cases, the charges against you will not just go away no matter how much you wish them to. Colorado law...
Officer falsely accused of sexual assault speaks out
Sexual assault is a serious charge, and when someone is faced with it, the stories can quickly begin to build against them. When an alleged victim comes forward, it's typically required that the police look into the allegations, but this can mean painting a person's...