Having a criminal conviction on your record or pending domestic violence charges against you can impact your life on multiple levels. One way in which it can is limiting your ability to possess a firearm. The 1968 Gun Control Act codified at 18 U.S.C. § 921 et seq...
"The Highest Rate Of Acquittals and Dismissals"
— Equal Justice Foundation
"The Highest Rate Of Acquittals and Dismissals"
— Equal Justice Foundation
Young offenders must not be treated like adults
When young people are arrested, the results of that arrest can define the rest of their lives. They may not even grasp the gravity of the situation at the time, but anything they say and do can have a long-term impact on their future. For this reason, the courts have...
Break free from the cycle of crime
You've been in trouble with the law for minor things from time to time in your life, but right now you feel like things are only getting worse. You want to do better and stop taking drugs, getting into fights and engaging in theft, but you can't seem to break the...
Are there too many criminal laws?
Have you ever heard someone argue that everyone has broken the law? What they’re likely referring to is the fact that there are so many laws in the United States that everyone is bound to break them at some time -- whether they intend to or not. There are those who...
Borrowed a car? Make sure you have written permission
Did you know that taking someone else’s property without their consent could lead to serious charges in Colorado? You could face a misdemeanor if the property is valued between $50 and $2,000, or you could face a felony charge if it’s over that amount. If you ask a...
Avoiding self-incrimination before, during and after an arrest
Facing an investigation or an arrest is frightening, especially if it is your first time through the justice system. The things you say and do while under investigation or during an arrest can improve your situation or make it worse. As you may know, in the American...
Why does a minor crime suddenly result in a felony charge?
You might recognize that you made a bad decision prior to your arrest. Maybe you agreed to hold something for your friends and didn't realize that there were drugs inside. Perhaps you had too much to drink and let someone at the bar goad you into an argument. You know...
What is a defense strategy and how should you come up with one?
Most of us have heard the saying that someone is presumed innocent until they're proven guilty. Prosecutors have the burden of proving the charges beyond a reasonable doubt when trying a defendant for a crime. The defense's role is to disprove or cast doubt on the...
What to do if you’re accused of shoplifting
There could come a time in your life when you’re accused of shoplifting in a retail store. Regardless of your true intentions, you must know the steps you can take to protect your legal rights. Follow these tips There’s no exact strategy for facing a shoplifting...
Should I show remorse when accused of a crime?
When you are accused of a serious crime, it is difficult to know how you should react, both when you are taken in for questioning and when you are in the courtroom. Of cause, you should make sure that you only take the advice of legal professionals who are there to...
