Police officers in Denver and across Colorado must follow the law when using force. Most officers act within their duties, but cases of misconduct and excessive force still occur. Victims often face confusion about their rights and the steps they should take after an assault. Acting quickly is important to
The impulse to display a weapon might seem justified when emotions run high. Still, the law takes a dim view of such actions, which could be misconstrued as a threat. This can lead to charges with significant jail time and other life-altering repercussions. Brandishing a weapon is a crime Colorado
Riding in a car with someone who has been drinking can be a risky proposition when the police get involved. As a passenger, you might think you are in the clear, as DUI charges generally target drivers who operate a vehicle while impaired. Still, this does not mean passengers are
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you had to defend yourself only to end up facing misdemeanor assault charges? In Denver, self-defense claims can serve as a powerful tool in your legal arsenal. Under certain circumstances, self-defense justifies using force against another person. In Colorado, you have the right to defend
Online platforms have become a hotbed tool for law enforcement investigations into internet sex crimes. While many tactics are legal, some might cross into entrapment territory. Entrapment happens when officials push someone to commit a crime they wouldn’t have otherwise done. Knowing about entrapment can help you spot potentially unlawful
Revenge porn, the sharing of someone’s intimate images without consent, can leave victims deeply hurt and violated. But what about the accused? False accusations of revenge porn can be equally damaging. Someone convicted of revenge porn may face many months of jail time and significant fines. For a class 1
One interesting thing that researchers have found is that crime – and particularly violent crime – is more common in the summer months than it is during the winter. Some researchers claim that criminal trends, therefore, have a seasonal influence. Crimes quite literally are more likely at specific times of
A plea deal may seem a quick and easy way to resolve your criminal charges. However, rushing into such an agreement without careful consideration can result in serious and long-lasting consequences. If you are offered a plea deal, take your time to understand what you are getting yourself into before
In recent years an increasing amount of daily activities have been conducted online. Examples include shopping, business transactions and banking. Importantly, the way we communicate has largely shifted online. Both positive and negative communications can be sent online. The legislature in Colorado understands this, which is why the law on
When you’re talking to the police, don’t assume that they’re telling the truth. It may feel like the police should be honest with you during an interrogation or when they are questioning you – even if it is as simple as asking questions during a traffic stop – but that’s
