If you have been arrested, charged, or convicted of a crime in Colorado, one of the first practical concerns you may have is whether you must tell your employer. Many people assume they are legally required to report every criminal case, but the answer is often more complicated. In some situations, ...
If you’re facing criminal charges, one of the first questions that naturally comes to mind is: “What’s going to happen to me?” Closely behind it is an even more pressing concern: “Can you guarantee I’ll win?” It’s an understandable question. Criminal cases involve your...
If you’re facing criminal charges in Arapahoe County—whether in Centennial, Aurora, Englewood, Littleton, Sheridan, or anywhere in between—choosing the right criminal defense attorney can feel overwhelming. You’re not just hiring someone to show up in court. You’re hiring an advocate who w...
A criminal conviction can bring about negative consequences that last the rest of your life. It can lead to prison time, separation from your friends and family, lost job opportunities, difficulty finding housing, and permanent damage to your reputation. Choosing the right lawyer for your criminal c...
Many people who have never been in trouble with law enforcement are shocked to learn that Colorado has a mandatory arrest law for domestic violence (DV) cases. If officers respond to a domestic disturbance, and find probable cause that a domestic violence crime has been committed, one of the parties...
Colorado has some of the strictest laws in the United States when it comes to sex offender sentencing. If you do not have an experienced defense attorney who handles sexual assault cases to defend you, it could result in a lifetime prison sentence in some cases. Even false accusations of sexual assa...
The Second Amendment of the United States Constitution guarantees the right to bear arms. But that right is not absolute, and it does not apply indiscriminately across the board. It can be revoked or restricted in certain circumstances, such as when individuals are convicted of certain cr...
Across the United States, each individual state is responsible for passing and enforcing its own laws related to child abuse. In Colorado specifically, these laws fall under the umbrella of CRS 18-6-401. Depending on the severity of the crime, being convicted of child abuse in Colorado could result ...
Key Takeaways: Sealing convictions can offer a fresh start for those with criminal records, and can make it easier to obtain housing and employment. After being accused of a crime, if a case is dismissed, or an alleged perpetrator is acquitted, a person is eligible to seal his record as it rel...
How do bail bonds work in Colorado, and what should defendants (and their families) know about the process? Let's explore....
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