The flashing lights from a police car are the first indication of trouble. A law enforcement official pulls you over as you anticipate the consequences during that slow walk to your vehicle. You provide your license and registration as another slow walk occurs, and...
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Colorado’s continuing crime problem
Historically, Colorado has been well known for crime statistics far below national averages. However, crimes of all types have increased over the last several years. While many will cite the pandemic as a significant factor, criminal activity was on the increase well...
Colorado Criminal Justice Reform: A New Sentencing Scheme for Misdemeanor and Petty Offense
Starting March 1, 2022, a major overhaul of Colorado’s sentencing scheme for the lower categories of offense- misdemeanor and petty offenses- goes into effect. The new scheme only applies to offenses committed after the enactment date, so the old scheme will still...
A successful clemency plea brings justice
The 110-year prison sentence of truck driver Rogel Aguilera-Mederos for a 2019 explosive brake failure crash that left four people dead and countless others injured shocked relatives, Colorado lawmakers, and members of the tight-knit truck driving community. Then 23,...
What is behind Denver’s spike in violent crimes?
A pandemic-driven year fueled an uptick in crime not only in Denver but throughout the country. Last year saw the capital city record the most homicides in nearly 20 years. With 95 killings, a fifteen percent increase, Denver has not seen such deadly activity since...
What challenges do college students face after a drug conviction?
Young people make mistakes, but some of the youthful mistakes they make could lead to serious consequences. For college students, those penalties could be even steeper. Not only can a conviction impact their job prospects in the future, but it can also limit their...
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...
What can happen if I drive without insurance?
If you’re a college student, chances are you’re on a tight budget. Insurance can be expensive, and it can be tempting to forego it in order to save some money. But if you get pulled over or get into a crash, and you’re underinsured or uninsured, there could be serious...
The hazards of providing alcohol to a minor
When your children become young adults, it may feel tempting to allow them to drink alcohol in your presence. Many parents reason that young people will inevitably drink, so they may as well oversee the situation and prevent any harm. However, this can have serious...
Federal vs. state crimes: What’s the difference?
In the moments following an arrest, you face uncertainty as to what will happen next. Going through booking and spending any amount of time in jail before you are released on bond are unsettling experiences, particularly if you face federal charges. How is that...