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Indecent exposure laws in Colorado are severe

The state has been a leading force in the legalization and decriminalization of psychedelic mushrooms. Still, there are many other areas where Colorado is in lockstep with the rest of the country. It includes sexual offenses, such as indecent exposure. Generally speaking, indecent exposure involves an individual knowingly exposing their

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 punishment if there is a conviction. Determining the charge or charges

Is it better to plea bargain or go to court?

Many do not realize that about 95% of criminal cases do not go to trial, even if they are felonies. The prosecution will likely approach the defense attorney to negotiate a plea bargain, whether before the trial gets underway or sometime later in the adjudication process. Regardless of how the

Was that evidence in plain sight?

Law enforcement has broad leeway during a traffic stop to determine probable cause or secure a piece of evidence. Generally speaking, the officer can seize anything in plain view, whether the interview takes place in a vehicle, a home or even a place of employment. The prosecution may then use

New college students sometimes land in legal trouble

Going away to college is a massive adjustment for students, but your student starts college classes with 12-plus years in school as experience. While new courses may be more demanding, they more or less know how to take notes, study, write papers, and take tests. Living on their own without

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 could be used against them in court. And for the record,

Colorado law enforcement ramps up for Sturgis rally

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota draws hundreds of thousands of riders from around the world. Bikers often make the pilgrimage by riding hundreds of miles to attend, and some will pass through Colorado. This fact prompts the Colorado Department of Transportation (CODOT), Colorado State Patrol (CSP) and local

Was your traffic stop justified?

People in the United States are innocent until proven guilty, but that doesn’t change the fact that it is stressful getting pulled over by an officer. The Fourth Amendment is an important protection, stating that law enforcement must have an articulable suspicion for stopping someone in public or pulling them

Road rage rates skyrocket

It has been a tense couple of years as Coloradans deal with unprecedented challenges. One notable impact has been the increasing number of reckless drivers on the road, which led to a much higher rate of injuries and deaths. This is due to drivers speeding, doing unsafe lane changes and

Can You Be Arrested for Talking About Committing a Crime in Colorado?

What You Say Can Get You Charged. Here’s What the Law Actually Says. You didn’t hurt anyone. You didn’t break into a house. You didn’t pull a weapon. You were just talking. Maybe you were venting. Maybe you were joking. Maybe you said something out of frustration or adrenaline. Then

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