The rise of smartphones and instant messaging apps has brought the ease of sharing pictures and videos with just a tap. While this technology fosters connectivity and instant sharing of memories, it has paved the way for dangerous practices, especially among young...
You’ve probably seen it dozens of times on television or in the movies: A police officer dramatically pulls out a pair of handcuffs and starts reciting that familiar Miranda Warning that begins, “You have the right to remain silent…” Unfortunately, pop culture has led...
The police could charge someone with driving under the influence (DUI) on any day of the year at any time of day. Yet, they make far more arrests at certain times of year. Why is this? Colorado law enforcement runs campaigns to catch drunk drivers on certain dates....
Shoplifting costs U.S. retailers billions every year. Reports put their losses for 2021 at $95 billion. So it is understandable that stores want to do all they can to prevent people from walking out of their stores with goods they have not bought. Yet, sometimes, they...
The police are not permitted to lie to a court. If discovered they could face serious disciplinary action. Yet that does not mean they cannot use lies to secure a conviction. Lying to a suspect they are questioning is a common police tactic and it’s one that the law...
If the police charge you with a crime, someone’s memory may have contributed toward their decision. Someone told an officer that they recall seeing you, or someone matching your description doing something that links you to the crime. The problem is that most people’s...
Colorado Traffic Stops typically begin with a police officer requesting the driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance. While motorists must generally comply with this request, they can remain silent and refuse to answer any additional questions. However,...
The term "honest services" describes what is commonly called bribery or embezzlement. An extension of mail or wire fraud, it was initially created in 1988 to hold public officials and public servants accountable for their actions. In this case, it could be politicians...
Social media lets users share big and small details of their lives with friends, families and followers. In turn, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other popular platforms also enable users to keep track of people. This is how it works in the modern era. Those charged...
Credit and debit cards have become increasingly common and are now the rule more than the exception when paying for goods or services. So, it is no surprise that credit card and debit card fraud are among the most common examples of white-collar crime. It generally...
