Hearing sirens behind your vehicle can be both frustrating and terrifying. Even if you know you did not do anything wrong, you may worry that if the police search your car, an officer will find something you did not intend in your car—like something illegal that...
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Can I request to call my parents if I am arrested?
Unfortunately for many people, when they are arrested, most of their information about the criminal justice system is based on TV, movies and news headlines. Although some of this information has some basis in reality, it can make figuring out how to handle an arrest...
Are defendants punished for taking a criminal case to trial?
The right to a trial by a jury is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution. It is intended to make prosecutors prove guilt in a public and transparent manner and to allow defendants to face their accusers and have their guilt or innocence assessed by impartial jurors. The...
Pardons for Outdated and Low-Level Marijuana Crimes
When it comes to legalized marijuana, Colorado helped blaze the trail in decriminalizing both medicinal and recreational uses of cannabis. State residents passed the Colorado Amendment 64 in November of 2012. In January of 2014, it became the law of the land. However,...
Marijuana conviction pardons being fast tracked
Pardon the interruption, but there is more good news regarding House Bill 20-1424, signed in law by Gov. Pollis this July creating a “fast track” for pardons of convictions for marijuana possession of 2 oz or less. To follow up on the bill, Gov. Pollis has signed an...
What are your Miranda rights?
Of the many things that popular TV crime shows get wrong about the justice system, perhaps the most pervasive is the Miranda warning. We’ve all seen it a million times—the moment the handcuffs click, the warning begins: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything...
A Police Chief Speeds Into Retirement
The Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Morrison, Colorado, is a 17-mile drive from Denver. The historic venue is famous for hosting the Beatles in one of their first performances in the United States. Its iconic status has drawn fans from around the country. George Mumma was...
What are the consequences for harassment in Colorado?
Many people make the mistake of assuming that harassment accusations are benign. If you are facing them, you might believe that their impact will be minimal, so long as you apologize to your accuser. In Colorado, their allegations could lead to charges and serious...
The Clash Between Coronavirus and Campus Life
As summer turns to fall, colleges in Colorado and throughout the country are preparing for perhaps the most unique semesters in their respective histories. The previous academic year was cut short by coronavirus, ending in-person classroom teaching and denying seniors...
Practice restraint if you’re the subject of a restraining order
If someone has taken out a restraining order against you, you may be struggling to contain your emotions. However, you must follow the restraining order to the letter of the law. If you violate the terms of the order, even if you’re merely attempting to explain...
