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Raising children is often one of the most rewarding yet challenging jobs one has in life. Parents want happy children that grow into responsible, trustworthy and successful (in the broadest sense of the term) adults. There are, however, many distractions and...
Since the early 1990s, DNA testing cleared hundreds of innocent people wrongfully convicted and brought guilty people to justice after decades where their cases went unsolved. Colorado has allowed postconviction DNA testing for over 20 years, but just three people...
Many understand enough about the law to know that an occupant or resident is not required to allow entry to law enforcement unless there is a search warrant. Still, many will oblige an officer who asks to enter a home. Those living with college roommates, family...
Even an offhand accusation of crimes can affect a person’s reputation, career, relationships and even where the accused lives. Therefore, it is essential to note that the justice system has checks and balances that give the defendant charged with any crime the right...
Anyone whose been to college knows that binge drinking and prolonged drinking events are part of campus life. Still, this behavior can continue into adulthood in any of our communities, having a long-term negative effect. Here is a list of crimes often involving...
Those who take valuable property without the owner's consent can result in criminal charges. Prosecutors will likely choose between burglary, robbery or theft charges. They all involve stealing property, but they are distinct criminal offenses with different levels of...
There is a short answer to this question. Sealing criminal records means they still exist but are confidential, and most people can’t see them. Only law enforcement and criminal courts can open sealed criminal records. Expungement, on the other hand, means that the...
A Fort Collins officer was caught on video in 2017 using a “rowing arm takedown” on unarmed woman Michaella Lynn Surat. In doing so, he smashed the 22-year-old female college student face-first into the concrete outside a bar. Officer Randall Klamser maintains his...
The death of 22-year-old Christian Glass in Silver Plume on June 11 made national news. Glass called 911 for roadside assistance, but the situation went from bad to absolute worst when Clear Creek County Sheriff's deputies showed up. Instead of helping the stranded...
The penalties surrounding a DUI will vary, depending on the circumstances. Repeat offenders will see increasingly severe charges. Harm to others or their property while driving intoxicated could be a felony charge. A mitigating issue for those with a previous felony...