Evidence forms a vital part of any trial. Given that the prosecution needs to prove your guilt beyond a reasonable doubt, the evidence brought against you may make the difference between an acquittal or conviction. If such evidence is inadmissible, you can file a...
A 19-year-old lineman for the University of Colorado (CU) Boulder Buffaloes is facing two assault charges for an altercation in the early morning hours of Oct. 3. According to the arrest affidavit, the man punched his victim some 30 times. Police first went to the...
Finding a good-paying job often requires developing your professional qualifications first. You may need to apprentice in a skilled trade or obtain a four-year degree from school. Often, the highest-paying jobs offer competitive compensation because they are not only...
Eyewitnesses have played a vital role in prosecuting many criminals. Yet, they have also helped condemn many innocent people to lengthy sentences. You are right to be concerned if the prosecution tells you they intend to call on an eyewitness. Yet, you should not give...
Those closest to us tend to be the ones who can inflict the greatest amount of harm. This is the case for laws relating to domestic abuse in the state of Colorado. What is domestic violence? More specifically, what is emotional abuse and is it penalized like domestic...
You’ve probably seen numerous examples of plea bargaining on shows like Law & Order. The real-life process typically isn’t as dramatic as depicted on television. However, when it’s your future on the line, it can feel that way. The prosecution and defense know...
Most people know that .08% is the "per se" blood alcohol content (BAC) level that makes you legally "drunk." But people can exhibit signs of impairment even while they're well below that limit. According to the United States Department of Transportation, one person...
Theft and other property crimes have financial consequences for the victim. Theft could involve someone slipping a package of batteries in their pocket at a store, or it might involve someone stealing thousands of dollars in personal property from a single individual....
You do have a right to defend yourself in Colorado. If someone attacks you in a bar fight, for instance, or tries to break into your house, you can do what you must to keep yourself safe. You are also allowed to use force if you’re defending others, such as your loved...
Most driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in Colorado are misdemeanors. While they can result in jail time and the loss of your driver’s license, most people arrested for DUI aren’t dealing with a felony charge. Still, there are two different situations in which...
