Protection orders, also known as restraining orders, prevent alleged abusers from contacting or interacting with an alleged victim protected by the order. The most common situation where someone gets a protection order is when they are the victim of domestic violence and they file a… Read More
Yes. Under Colorado open carry laws, most adults will be able to openly carry a firearm in the state. Colorado’s constitution has explicit protection for owning firearms, and only limited classes of people will not be able to either possess a firearm or openly carry… Read More
Many parents are startled when they receive a phone call or a knock on the door from police. Especially when they inform them that their teen has been found in possession of drugs or alcohol, called “minor in possession” or MIP. Possessing or consuming alcohol… Read More
A significant number of Americans rely on their cell phones for personal and professional reasons. So, it’s inevitable that the information contained on these devices could have implications in a criminal case. However, can police take your phone without a warrant? The question is a… Read More
If you are under arrest for criminal charges, you probably assume that you’ll have to accept the consequences. However, there may be alternatives to incarceration and hefty fines. You should discuss your situation with an experienced Colorado criminal defense lawyer, but read on for some… Read More
Your emotions may be running high if you’re charged with a crime you didn’t commit, but it’s always important to remember that an arrest is not a conviction. Every person arrested for a crime is innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt. You’ll get… Read More
If you have been pulled over on the suspicion of intoxicated driving, you may be asked to take a breathalyzer test or another type of field sobriety test (FST). This raises an important question: Do you have the right to refuse a breath test in… Read More