According to the most recent data from the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), approximately 60 people are arrested for impaired driving in our state every single day. Colorado takes intoxicated driving charges very seriously. If you were arrested for drunk driving, it is imperative that… Read More
Colorado’s drug laws are among the most complicated in the entire country. While the state was at the forefront of decriminalizing, permitting, and regulating the recreational use of marijuana, Colorado also has many strict drug laws on the books. In this post, our experienced Colorado… Read More
Expungement is the legal process by which a criminal record is ‘erased’ in the eyes of the law. A record that has been expunged should not show up in background checks. Unfortunately, not all criminal records can be expunged. In fact, Colorado has very tight… Read More
What does it mean to ‘possess’ drugs? Can you be arrested if police find drugs in your shared apartment? If drugs are found in car who gets charged with the crime? These are complicated questions. Though, as a general rule, if a police officer believes… 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
Charged with Vehicular Homicide in CO? Learn what you’re facing. If you or someone you love is facing vehicular homicide charges in Colorado, it is extremely important to work with an experienced criminal defense attorney. Read on to learn about the Colorado laws and penaltiest… Read More
In basic terms, criminal mischief is the wanton and willful destruction of property. Movies like Fight Club glamorize this type of behavior and in many circles, it has become a rite of passage. Usually committed by teenagers and college students who want to do something… Read More
Colorado has very stiff DUI laws. Licenses can be revoked even after a first offense. The revocation period of a first offense is 9 months. If you are caught driving under the influence again within a five-year period, your license will be revoked for a… Read More
Getting assault charges dismissed isn’t exactly easy, but it can be done under the right conditions. The courts must consider not only the fact that an assault occurred, but how it occurred, the reliability of the individual alleging assault, and what the circumstances behind the… Read More
The “make my day” law isn’t quite what it sounds like. Nearly every state allows some form of “castle doctrine” that allows homeowners or renters to use deadly force against an intruder. Other states, like Florida, have “stand your ground” laws that allow citizens to… Read More