On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Aug 25, 2020 | criminal defense
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...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Aug 17, 2020 | criminal defense
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...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Aug 1, 2020 | criminal defense
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...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Jul 7, 2020 | criminal defense
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...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | May 7, 2020 | criminal defense
People buy items secondhand for all kinds of reasons. Frugality is a common reason, as everything from a motor vehicle to a designer handbag will carry a significantly lower price tag once someone has used the item, however briefly. For other people, buying...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Mar 6, 2020 | criminal defense
In Colorado and across the country, children grow up differently than they did in the past. Nowadays, kids have access to the internet, electronic devices and social media. If your son or daughter engages in cyberbullying, however, he or she may end up with a criminal...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Feb 12, 2020 | criminal defense
Colorado takes stalking extremely seriously, and if you are currently facing stalking charges, you may have valid concerns about the penalties you could potentially face if convicted. While a stalking charge could lead to a felony conviction that could impact numerous...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Jan 14, 2020 | criminal defense
Colorado’s new HB19-1267 law went into effect on January 1, 2020, making it a felony offense to engage in wage theft. Before the law’s passage, employers alleged to have paid workers less than the federal minimum wage per hour faced a misdemeanor charge....
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Nov 19, 2019 | criminal defense
The Securities Exchange Commission charged a Colorado businessman and six of his companies with orchestrating an allegedly fraudulent investment scheme. According to the SEC’s website, the Denver resident promised several individuals a high return on investment...
On behalf of The Law Offices of Elaine E. Lukic, JD, LLM, LLM | Oct 9, 2019 | criminal defense
Due to a medical or health complication, you have to take medication prescribed by your Colorado physician. You finished your required dosage to put yourself on the mend, and you have some pills left over. Your friend has a similar health complication. Is it illegal...
