College is an exciting time for students. Gaining independence, finding their way in being an adult, and making important decisions on their own can be a lot to take on. Unfortunately, an estimated 30% of college students decide to drive while impaired by alcohol. Not...
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A new type of fake ID
Fake IDs remain a common form of deception for college students under 21 years old to get past the front door of a bar. For those caught, criminal consequences are often the result. During a worldwide pandemic where COVID-19 vaccines provide access where the...
A new program to handle on-campus crimes
Without much fanfare, the University of Colorado Police Department made a significant change in handling low-level and first-time criminal offenses on campus approximately one year ago. Instead of a court summons and the potential for a substantial fine, a more...
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...
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...
Using a fake ID can come with serious penalties in Colorado
As a parent, when you sent your child off to the University of Colorado, you likely hoped that they would stay out of trouble—but you also knew that college students tend to have some fun, and you might well have assumed that your child would party sometimes. What you...
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...
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...
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...
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...
