If you are charged with domestic violence, arguing self-defense is one of the potential defense strategies you can use to push back against your charges. This is because you have a right to protect yourself from harm when facing an immediate threat to your life or...
If your teen has been charged with DUI, you’ve likely got a lot of fears and concerns. One may be how it will affect their ability to get into college. Whether they’re in high school and applying to colleges now or in the near future or they’re already in college and...
Traveling along the scenic roadways here in Colorado is a pleasure, but straying from the rules can land you in hot water. Of course, any traffic ticket has the potential to sting a bit, but some traffic violations pack a much heavier punch. Here is a brief look on...
Most Colorado traffic offenses are relatively minor. Drivers don't notice a change in the speed limit as they travel and end up ticketed for going too fast. Police officers also issue citations for infractions ranging from improper merging to conducting a rolling stop...
In some ways, people in Colorado tend to think about marijuana the same way they think about alcohol. In both cases, there are limits to who can make purchases and how the substances can be used. But it’s also possible just to go to the store and purchase them without...
A first DUI (Driving Under the Influence) offense in Colorado carries significant legal consequences. Individuals can face jail time ranging from five days to one year. This sentence can be longer if aggravating factors are present, such as a high blood alcohol...
There are some misconceptions about when police can enter a person’s home. Some people believe that they have a right to privacy in their home and they never have to let the police inside. Others believe that the police are in authority and that they have to do as...
When you hear the phrase “kidnapping,” what probably comes to mind is holding another person hostage until you’re paid some kind of ransom or some other demand is met. While that’s certainly one definition, Colorado makes a distinction between kidnapping someone for...
Marijuana is decriminalized in Colorado, but that doesn’t mean that anyone can do whatever they want with it in this state. Anyone who’s interested in using marijuana should ensure they understand exactly what’s allowed and what’s not. One specific point to remember...
College students often have intense class schedules. Add in the need to work to earn money and the desire to live the social life of a college student and things can become overwhelming. This stress can lead to trouble with their academics. For some college students,...