Lakewood Criminal Defense Law Blog
What does Colorado consider domestic violence?
Domestic violence has been in the news a lot lately. Reports suggest it has risen considerably in the last few months -- but that doesn't mean you're "guilty as charged" just because your partner makes an allegation. If your relationship can get heated at times, you...
Why did Nixon start the ‘War on Drugs?’
The last few years have seen a major change in drug laws in the United States. While the push for marijuana to be legalized for medicinal purchases has a fairly long history, it has just recently become legal for recreational use. Colorado was one of the first states...
What is the importance of an acquittal, and how do you get one?
If you are facing a DUI, one thing your attorney can try to do is to achieve an acquittal. An acquittal is when the case against you is dismissed as a result of the prosecution not having enough evidence to continue pursing charges. While going through a trial and...
What’s the best theft defense strategy?
If you’re charged with any type of theft-related crime, even one that doesn’t appear serious on the surface, it’s critical that you take the appropriate steps to protect your legal rights. Neglecting to do so puts your future at risk. Here are a few of the many theft...
Protect yourself with a strong defense if you face weapons charges
Being charged with a weapons offense can be a surprise, but if you are, you need to take it very seriously. There are dozens of crimes that can involve weapons, and there are many charges that could be filed against you. Some of the most common include: The unlawful...
Facing a DUI charge? Make sure you defend yourself
If you’re facing a DUI, you probably know that you need a defense against the criminal charges. If you don’t defend yourself, you could face significant financial penalties, time in jail and other punishments. What you may not realize is that you could end up facing...
Money laundering comes with a paper trail
The act of taking "dirty" money -- money that's been obtained illegally -- and trying to "clean it" so that it appears to be the proceeds of legitimate investments or legitimate income is called money laundering. It's illegal, even if you aren't involved in the...
Do these things if you’re pulled over for suspicion of DUI
Maybe you have alcohol in your system. Or maybe you can’t remember the last time you had a drink. Either way, there’s always the possibility a police officer could pull you over for suspicion of driving under the influence (DUI). If that happens, your immediate...
If you hit someone with alcohol in your system, you need a defense
When you were driving home, you were a little drowsy from drinking, but you didn’t feel like you were over the limit. You felt instead like you hadn’t gotten much sleep since you had trouble the night before. In a moment of exhaustion, you fell asleep behind the...
Alcohol addiction and drug courts
Many DUI arrests actually happen because of alcohol addiction. The driver knows that he or she should not drive while intoxicated, but alcohol use is so frequent and difficult to control that it is inevitable that it will happen at some point. The person may even...
