Assault is a serious offense in Colorado. It occurs when an individual intentionally cause someone to fear they will be harmed or that the offender will engage in some type of offensive contact. To better grasp the concept of assault, it's essential to break down its...
Crimes of Violence
What do you need to prove self-defense in court?
If you are charged with an offense like assault or domestic violence, you may potentially defend against these charges successfully by claiming self-defense. This affirmative defense means that you don’t dispute that you used force or that your use of force harmed the...
When does a fight become assault?
Fights between two or more individuals can lead to a wide range of charges. Less severe incidents may be a Misdemeanor Assault in the Third Degree, which the courts define as a person knowingly, recklessly, or with criminal negligence causing bodily injury to another...
What does menacing mean?
Each state's laws are slightly different, with varying definitions meaning the same thing. For example, menacing is a term used in Colorado for those who attempt to strike the fear of imminent serious bodily injury, which many states refer to as battery. It may start...
Identifying and addressing cyberbullying crimes
It is no surprise that cyberbullying has become increasingly common as we spend more and more of our lives online. Indeed, what was once something that occurred on a playground or a place of employment is now online. In broad terms, it involves using the internet or...
What are the essentials regarding robbery in Colorado?
People hear the word “robbery” all the time. There was a robbery at the bank. He was a robbery victim. It seems clear enough, doesn’t it? A robbery conjures up images of violence and forceful taking. Is there anything more to it than the simple notion of a wrongdoer...
Issuance of a restraining order merits close attention
We note at the established Denver criminal defense law firm of Shazam Kianpour & Associate that, "A restraining order is frustrating, but violating it is not the solution." In fact, challenging a restraining order in any fashion without close input from proven...
Justin Bieber potentially charged with felony for egg-throwing case
The media reports that Justin Bieber is under investigation by the Los Angeles District Attorney's Office for vandalism and assault charges. The allegations stem from an incident occurring on or about Jan 9, 2014 where Justin Bieber is accused of hurling eggs at his...
Exonerated man awarded $10 million for wrongful conviction
Timothy Masters has lived every person's worst nightmare. Masters spent more than ten years in prison for a crime he did not commit. He was wrongfully convicted in 1999 of the 1987 murder of Peggy Hettrick. Now, the Colorado government seeks to make amends. They...
Investigation into Homeless Denver Inmate’s Death Drags On
On July 9, Marvin Booker, 56, homeless and the son of a Tennessee pastor, was booked in Denver's new downtown jail on drug charges, including possession. The booking process took place in the very early hours of the morning, but a jail doesn't sleep, and neither did...