You just received a notice from the court in your mailbox. You open it up, only to find out that there is a bench warrant out for your arrest. You try to think of a reason for the warrant, but you don’t come up with anything. Your heart begins to race, Chances are if...
You and your spouse are having a rather loud argument. Your neighbor calls the police to complain and the police show up at your door. They charge you with disturbing the peace. Then, one of the detectives speaks to your spouse because he notices their black eye. The...
It is against the law to possess stolen property, but not everyone knows that they are in possession of something that someone else is looking for. Unfortunately, the penalties for possessing something that has been stolen could be as serious as 15 years of probation...
It is important to tackle any misconceptions about DUI charges not being serious. The reality is that the state of Colorado takes impaired driving very seriously. A DUI conviction could see you facing hefty fines and even prison sentences in extreme cases or after...
At the end of a hard week, everyone likes to let their hair down. For some people, this involves hanging out with friends and hitting nightclubs. Others enjoy a quiet drink at home or at a friend's house. The common denominator in both instances is alcohol. If you’re...
Those facing accusations of domestic violence may find themselves involved in the legal system for one of three reasons. The state may prosecute them, they may need to fight for custody of their children, or they may face a restraining order request. Of those three...
Law enforcement officers are trained to do just that: enforce the law. And part of this involves keeping drunk drivers out of Colorado roads. However, while performing their duties, it is not uncommon for the police to make certain mistakes. If you have been arrested...
You want to carry a gun for your protection, and it makes you feel safe. However, you also don't want to get yourself into any situations where you accidentally break the law in the way that you transport this firearm. Specifically, what you're wondering about is if...
Perhaps you’ve heard the term “I plead the fifth” in passing and gone on not to give it a second thought. You would not be alone in this instance. But what does this term mean and does it apply to real criminal cases? In a criminal case, it is up to the prosecution to...
After the police broke up a party that involved your child, you learned they were arrested for underage drinking. Other people at the party identified your child, so it will be difficult to get the charges dismissed. Your child is a young teenager, which means they...
