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...
Criminal Law
What’s the difference between burglary, robbery or theft?
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...
What’s the difference between sealing and expunging your record?
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...
Fort Collins officer claims he is not accountable for excessive force
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...
Glass’s family asks for officer accountability
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...
DUI and gun possession don’t mix
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...
What does it mean to “take the 5th”?
We often hear characters in police shows or courtroom dramas discussing pleading the 5th. It is generally understood as protection where an individual under oath chooses to invoke their Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination rather than say something that...
What to know about expungement in Colorado
Expungement is a life-changing legal process for someone previously involved in a crime. Also known as expunction, it usually means that a court here in Colorado erases or seals a person’s court arrest and conviction from a court’s files. While this information may...
Answers to common questions asked by those arrested or detained by police
Getting arrested is a serious matter. It is also a situation where many do not know what to do or expect. The first thing to do is contact an attorney. These legal professionals can answer many initial questions a client or their loved ones may have. Of course, they...
Essential questions to ask your criminal defense lawyer
Facing criminal charges in Colorado is a serious matter, so working with the right criminal defense attorney is essential. Relying on an inexperienced lawyer who does not focus on criminal law in the Colorado court system can negatively impact the defendant's life for...