For many college students, a "Minor in Possession" charge is their first- and hopefully only- foray into the world of a criminal defendant. While a first offense often has limited repercussions, it is important to know the laws surrounding underage alcohol and...
Exclusive Criminal
Defense Representation
For Over 42 Years
Marijuana Charges
New drug policies heavily affect local college students
Parents in Colorado have a reason to rejoice as Gov. Pollis signed a new bill into law which "de-felonizes" possession of several common drugs and reduces sentencing for drug misdemeanor charges in 2020. Why does this new law appeal to parents? The primary purpose of...
Marijuana Enforcement on 420
The morning news today featured the picture of a large, beautiful green marijuana leaf shining in the sunlight. Tomorrow is 420 and colorful banners were flying in advance to commemorate the celebration. Even Carl's Junior is getting into the act with their new 420...
Colorado pot users not protected from workplace discrimination?
According to a recent ruling handed down by the Colorado Court of Appeals, employers can legally fire private or public employees for marijuana use either on or off the clock. Since the legalization of both medical and restricted recreational use, marijuana-related...
When marijuana issues affect your parenting situation
Colorado has legalized personal, private use and individual possession of marijuana in certain amounts. This measure practically allows adults over the age of 21 to use marijuana in their homes without becoming subject to marijuana-related charges, provided that they...
California marijuana case: State law v. federal law
The clash between California law and federal law on one particular subject is creating an unstable reality for many California residents. Though medical marijuana is legal in California, the federal government refuses to recognize this particular state law. As a...
Debate over driving legally after marijuana use continues
Now that Colorado voters have legalized the recreational use of marijuana in certain amounts and in certain contexts, safety advocates have voiced concern that individuals will endanger fellow motorists by driving high. Drugged driving and other marijuana-related...
State and federal law clash on Colorado marijuana legalization
Many Americans applauded voters in Colorado and Washington this past Election Day, when residents decided to legalize the recreational use of marijuana in certain circumstances. However, possession of marijuana remains a federal drug crime, even though it has been...
Colorado Drug Checkpoints and Constitutional Rights
In nearby Westminster, police recently stopped 23 cars at a high-profile drug checkpoint. All of the cars stopped had violated minor traffic laws while travelling toward Boulder on U.S. 36. Three traffic citations were issued and one man was arrested on the suspicion...
Former Colorado Medical Marijuana Dispensary Owner Arrested
A Colorado woman was arrested by the Boulder County Drug Task Force this month after she was caught selling marijuana to a confidential police informant. The woman, who had owned a Colorado medical marijuana dispensary, unfortunately chose the wrong method of...