Taxes. Except for maybe the CPAs and tax professionals, the word alone elicits groans and sighs from even the most cheerful among us.
While the necessity of taxes is rarely disputed, navigating the complex world of tax...more
According to data from the NHTSA Fatality and Injury Reporting System Tool, Colorado is home to six of the 75 cities with the highest rates of fatal drunk driving accidents in the United States.
The city of Pueblo,...more
7/16/2024
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Legal Costs ,
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Statutory Deadlines
Homicide means the act of one person killing another. Murder, on the other hand, is when someone unlawfully kills another person with the intention to harm beforehand.
So, homicide is like the big category that covers...more
Capital murder designates a specific type of homicide that may be punishable by the death penalty. But, it no longer exists in the state of Colorado. This change in the legal landscape is a significant development, and...more
12/27/2023
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Death Penalty ,
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Homicide ,
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Prison ,
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Repeal ,
State Legislatures
A no contest plea in criminal court means that you accept the conviction but avoid a factual admission of guilt.
People often use the terms "guilty plea" and "no contest plea" interchangeably, but they can mean different...more
A polygraph test, more commonly known as a lie detector test can be used in a criminal defense case to help exonerate the defendant. When someone who has been accused of a crime willingly submits to a lie detector test and...more
Being on probation can be a significant nuisance for individuals who have been convicted of a crime in Colorado. While many individuals are motivated to fulfill their probation requirements and move on from their past...more
Misconceptions and false truths permeate the realm of domestic violence court proceedings, muddying the waters and obscuring the true nature of these vital legal processes. One such misconception revolves around the mistaken...more
The arraignment hearing holds immense importance within the criminal justice system, commanding the utmost seriousness. It represents the formal charging of a defendant with a criminal offense and sets the tone for subsequent...more
5/26/2023
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Felonies ,
Pleadings ,
Pleas ,
Sentencing Factors
The consequences of a DUI conviction in Colorado extend beyond legal penalties. On top of legal penalties such as fines, license suspension or revocation, and even jail time, those convicted of a DUI in Colorado face other...more
3/14/2023
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Criminal Defense ,
Criminal Prosecution ,
DMV ,
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Drivers ,
Drunk Driving ,
DUI ,
Penalties ,
Probation ,
State and Local Government
Many individuals that are required to be on probation don’t realize how it can significantly impact an individual's life by placing strict requirements and monitoring that can curtail their freedom and decision-making...more
3/10/2023
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Criminal Defense ,
Criminal Prosecution ,
Eligibility Determination ,
Probation ,
Public Safety ,
Rehabilitation and Restoration Plans ,
Sentencing ,
Supervised Release ,
Termination
The state of Colorado takes a strong stance against domestic violence and recognizes its devastating effects on individuals, families, and communities. Colorado's domestic violence laws are strict in order to protect victims...more
When the term “vehicular assault” is brought to attention, many individuals picture someone intentionally hurting or killing someone with their vehicle in their minds. However, more often than not, vehicular assault and...more
1/25/2023
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Bodily Injury ,
Car Accident ,
Colorado ,
Conversion ,
Criminal Convictions ,
Criminal Prosecution ,
Drivers ,
Felonies ,
Homicide ,
Negligence ,
Road Rage ,
Vehicular Homicide
Marijuana has been cultivated throughout the throes of history, whether it be legally or illegally. Most ancient cultures did not grow the plant for its psychoactive properties, but for its medicinal qualities, likely...more
Sometimes people think that the evidence against them is so overwhelming that there's no reason to fight the charges. Other times, people have no criminal history, what they’re charged with doesn’t seem that serious, and the...more
While marijuana is both medically and recreationally legal in Colorado, there are still areas in the state that are considered to be no drug zones. Marijuana isn’t the only drug in Colorado, however, and drug crimes extend to...more
Federal weapons charges are some of the most serious charges an individual can face. Federal crimes are the highest level of crimes. When coupled with a weapons charge, the consequences can be devastating. When charged with a...more
9/23/2022
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Federal Crimes ,
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Firearms ,
Fraud ,
Gun Laws ,
Gun Trafficking ,
Illegal Gun Possession ,
Violent Felonies