If you are facing criminal charges, you may feel overwhelmed or pressured to resolve the situation quickly. It’s understandable, given how unpleasant it is to deal with the criminal justice system. This urgency can lead you to hastily accept a plea agreement without...
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Criminal conspiracy: What does it involve?
You can be charged with conspiracy to commit a crime in Colorado even if you did not directly participate in the actual crime. In fact, you can be charged with criminal conspiracy for a crime that never happened. Criminal conspiracy occurs when two or more people...
What constitutes a hate crime?
The recent Club Q mass shooting resulted in 305 criminal charges against the alleged perpetrator, including first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and assault at the LGBTQ nightclub. Additional charges include bias-motivated crimes causing bodily injury....
An alarming increase in homicides
Homicides in the United States continue an alarming growth, with some seen increases not seen in six decades. Both large and small cities throughout the country have seen tragic upticks in murders. Some cite the pandemic. Others note the increase in gun purchases to...
What makes a domestic violence charge aggravated?
You may have heard the term “aggravated” in the context of criminal charges such as battery, assault and domestic violence. If you or someone you know is facing the prospect of domestic violence charges, you might be curious about how Colorado law defines an...
Pandemic-driven increases in crime
Many types of activities decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Shopping at a store represented a certain level of risk. Countless restaurants embraced delivery and curbside pick-up options. One activity, in particular, represented a respite of sorts for those...
Types of theft charges in Colorado
Colorado defines theft as a defendant who “knowingly obtains, retains or controls” an item “without authorization or by threat or deception.” Crimes are charged based on the type of property stolen, its value, and other factors. Individuals who face theft charges...
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...
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...
Alternatives to criminal arrests offer long-term benefits
When a high-profile, news-making arrest occurs, many of those hearing or reading about the story presumes guilt. The act of the police taking anyone - famous or not - into custody carries the assumption that the individual is responsible for a criminal act based on...