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...
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...
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...
Buried under pandemic-related news is the recent vote by Colorado legislators to close a legal loophole for convicted sex offenders. Early release from prison before finishing their required treatment and subsequent transfer to community corrections is no longer an...
Colorado Supreme Court Justice Nathan B. Coats suspended all jury trials in April due to the coronavirus pandemic. The courts intended the move to help reduce the risk of spreading the virus. Although wise at the time, it comes with a cost. The constitution protects...
Like many other Colorado residents, you may be thinking about buying a motorcycle or looking to license yours here in the state. When doing so, you not only agree to abide by all current traffic laws but some additional ones as well that only apply to motorcycles such...
When the push for recreational marijuana legalization in Colorado was gaining momentum, opponents revved up their rhetoric to put a stop to the historic effort. They warned of increases in criminal activity. They predicted neighborhoods, where cannabis stores set up...
On June 15, 2020, the Colorado legislature took another important step towards reducing the life-long consequences of minor drug convictions by passing House Bill 1424. The bill, among other reforms for those working in the legal marijuana industry, has simplified the...
All around the country, people are being exonerated after having fallen prey to flawed drug field tests. These tests have been in use for decades without any upgrades, and they have been shown to be prone to false positive results. The problem was revealed by the...
The coronavirus pandemic forced the closure of many businesses in Colorado and throughout the nation. Add to that shelter-in-place orders forcing families to remain isolated in their homes. Many feared that the combination of jobless Colorado residents, combined with...