States throughout the country require the use of ignition interlock devices (IIDs) for certain drunk driving offenses. The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) notes that this is one of few proven forms of intervention for drunk driving offenses. The group...
Criminal Defense Articles
Can I go to jail for public urination?
Although there is no federal law against public urination, state and local rules and regulations address this issue. These types of rules are beneficial for the public. No one wants to walk through a puddle of urine or have their communities smell like a public...
What happens if I get a traffic ticket?
Your odds of getting a traffic ticket may be higher now than ever before. The National Highway Traffic Administration reports that the rate of serious traffic accidents due to unsafe driving rose dramatically in the past two years. This has led local officials to...
What do I need to know about use of psychedelic mushrooms in Colorado?
Colorado voters passed Colorado Proposition 122 to decriminalize and regulate access to certain psychedelic plants and fungi. The initiative works to establish a regulated system for the possession and use of certain magic mushrooms. These fungi include those that...
What happens after I am charged with a DUI in Colorado?
Those who are pulled over and accused of driving under the influence (DUI) likely have a lot of questions. What happens next, what options are available and will it just go away are some common thoughts when in this situation. This piece will dive into these questions...
What should I do if the police accuse my child of stealing?
We all made mistakes as children and teenagers. The mistakes are part of growing up. But what happens when a mistake or poor choice comes with serious consequences? One common example is that of stealing. It is not uncommon for kids to steal. Child psychologist...
Is CO cracking down on identity theft?
Colorado officials recently put together a task force to investigate claims that individuals were using identity theft to defraud the state of hundreds of thousands in unemployment benefits. The initial results led to enough evidence to pursue several cases. Attorney...
Supreme Court provides guidance on use of computers and fraud
The Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (CFAA), a federal law, makes it illegal to use a computer in a way that “exceeds authorized use.” But what does that mean? A recent case provides some guidance. In the case, Van Buren v. United States, a Georgia police officer took a...
Public health emergency brings explosion of vehicle theft in Denver
If you are swept up in the law enforcement effort to clamp down on car theft in Colorado, consult with a criminal defense attorney as early as possible. Colorado, but especially Denver, has seen a sharp increase in car theft during the current health emergency – and...
The Fourth Amendment and GPS Surveillance
What were you doing a year ago today at 3 pm? Where did you go Saturday after dinner? If you're like most people, you have no idea how to answer this question. You could have been anywhere, doing any number of things, with any number of people. Why would anyone need...