Being accused of drug or marijuana related offenses can be overwhelming and frightening. These charges often carry serious consequences that may affect your freedom, reputation and future opportunities. Knowing the proper steps to take can help you protect your...
Physical altercations between spouses or other intimate partners can lead to criminal charges. If one party reaches out to law enforcement or neighbors call the police when they overhear an argument, criminal prosecution is possible. Factors, including who started the...
Drug possession charges can carry serious, long-lasting consequences. Depending on the circumstances, a defendant may face misdemeanor or felony charges, which can result in jail time, fines, probation and other penalties. Beyond the criminal sentence, a conviction...
Most drivers understand that they could receive a traffic ticket for violating the rules. People tend to think of traffic tickets as an inconvenience rather than a significant penalty. They may not recognize the long-term financial implications that even one serious...
People in the United States have very specific protections that are provided by the Constitution. One of these is protection against having to incriminate themselves, but not everyone is aware of this. In 1966, the U.S. Supreme Court issued an opinion in Miranda v....
Dorm life feels relaxed, and students rarely expect anything serious to happen inside a residence hall. But when controlled substances enter the picture, everything changes quickly. Colorado treats cocaine possession as a felony with even a small amount triggering a...
College life is often seen as a period of self-discovery, independence and new opportunities. For many students, it’s their first time living away from home, making their own decisions and building social networks. However, this newfound freedom can also inspire...
Interpersonal conflicts can spiral out of control. Intense emotions, alcohol impairment and other complicating factors can lead to people becoming very aggressive toward intimate partners or even spouses. Those arrested for allegedly becoming violent toward a person...
Many people assume that once charges are filed, the sentence or penalties are set in stone. However, sentencing isn’t always straightforward. Courts consider a wide range of circumstances beyond the basic offense, and certain factors can shape the length or severity...
Most people are familiar with sobriety checkpoints – sometimes known as DUI checkpoints. We’ll be seeing more of them now that football season has started, with the holidays not far behind. The U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) has ruled that they’re legal and not a...