When the push for recreational marijuana legalization in Colorado was gaining momentum, opponents revved up their rhetoric to put a stop to the historic effort. They warned of increases in criminal activity. They predicted neighborhoods, where cannabis stores set up...
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HB 1424 will make marijuana pardons more obtainable
On June 15, 2020, the Colorado legislature took another important step towards reducing the life-long consequences of minor drug convictions by passing House Bill 1424. The bill, among other reforms for those working in the legal marijuana industry, has simplified the...
Caution: Roadside drug field tests are prone to false positives
All around the country, people are being exonerated after having fallen prey to flawed drug field tests. These tests have been in use for decades without any upgrades, and they have been shown to be prone to false positive results. The problem was revealed by the...
Domestic Violence Allegations During a Pandemic
The coronavirus pandemic forced the closure of many businesses in Colorado and throughout the nation. Add to that shelter-in-place orders forcing families to remain isolated in their homes. Many feared that the combination of jobless Colorado residents, combined with...
When is video evidence not reliable?
Imagine this scenario: A man headed toward divorce is caught on tape threatening to beat his wife and children. The wife plays the tape in court, demanding sole custody. The man argues he never said those things. But they’re on tape, right? He must have said them....
Does a criminal conviction prevent you from receiving student aid?
When the authorities charge a young person with a crime, it can have a long-lasting impact on their future. For both current and prospective college students, a guilty verdict could also limit their ability to receive financial aid. Which crimes impact federal student...
Common Traffic Violations: Minor Infractions to Felony Charges
A traffic violation is a crime that has no specific demographic. Simply put, it can happen to anyone. Infractions can take various forms and include running a red light, failing to signal, crossing the median, not using a seat belt and driving on the shoulder....
Is a global pandemic fanning the flames of domestic violence?
Stay at home orders have governed Colorado since the end of March. Gov. Jared Polis recently changed the mandate to the less restrictive “safer at home.” However, the state’s capital of Denver and other cities are reluctant to ease the earlier requirements that...
College consequences for underage drinking
When a minor in college is caught by law enforcement for drinking, they have to face the consequences that the law sees fit for them. From license suspension to fines, a minor student needs to prepare themselves for the results. Local law enforcement has its...
Understanding the latest Title IX Regulations
When a college student faces accusations of sexual misconduct, they face the possibility of both criminal charges and discipline under Title IX by their school. School disciplinary processes under Title IX have life-changing consequences in and of themselves, such as...
