Many assume they are guilty as soon as they fail a breathalyzer test on the roadside. While the prosecution can use the results against the defendant in court, these devices are not 100% accurate. Several factors can cause a false reading. Poor calibration: These...
Year: 2021
What are stalking or harassment charges?
Some relationships do not work out. Ideally, the two people involved can be civil about the split and move on. However, the reality of the situation may be quite different and much more confusing. It could be a situation where the relationship or acquaintance becomes...
Reasonable suspicion vs. probable cause
Sometimes it seems that law enforcement can stop someone for any reason. However, the Fourth Amendment says that officers must have reasonable suspicion to legally stop and probable cause to search someone. While the two terms seem to mean the same thing, they apply...
The holidays mean more DUI enforcement
The holiday season is once again here. Unlike last year, more friends and family will be getting together for the celebrations. They may also be work parties to attend as well. Colorado law enforcement is also gearing up for their holiday tradition called "The Heat Is...
New federal bill seeks to prevent car spying
Nearly every vehicle manufactured over the last decade has relied upon an onboard computer. This technology enables drivers to sync smartphones, use a navigation function and engage the self-driving function. Still, computers also monitor vehicle performance, operate...
Will new lie detectors return to the courts?
Technology is an increasingly important part of our lives. In the era of smartphones, toasters with microchips and computers in every workspace, it is unavoidable, even in law enforcement. While Colorado has a ban on polygraph tests because they were deemed...
Common examples of computer crimes
People use computers for practically anything these days. It ranges from ordering a meal, sending an email, watching YouTube, researching, or booking plane tickets. So it should not be surprising that computers also lead to accusations of committing crimes. There are...
Castle Rock burglar gets 20 years
Michael Loupe, 47, posed as a fire inspector and burgled several businesses in Castle Rock before getting caught in February 2020. He initially posed as the inspector and would then disable the security. He would later return after closing to steal from safes. He was...
Off-duty cop makes classic DUI mistakes
The police are here to protect and serve their community. Their job involves many vital tasks, including keeping citizens safe, arresting criminals and issuing traffic citations. One thing that we tend to forget is that they are human and make mistakes. Some mistakes...
Aurora officer suspended after cursing at a young driver
An Aurora police sergeant was suspended for yelling and cursing at a teen driver who was allegedly speeding. Captured June 29 on a body camera, the footage showed the sergeant yelling and cursing, then putting her in handcuffs after the driver’s male passenger dropped...