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Avoiding legal trouble on vacation
Colorado is a vacation mecca. In 2018, it was the number one ski destination in the country. Tourism is not limited to winter; the area’s natural beauty ensures that every season has its charms. Unfortunately, some vacationers find themselves in trouble with the law....
Could I be charged with a weapons offense?
If you were previously convicted of a felony, you have lost your right to carry and possess weapons. If Colorado law enforcement finds you with a weapon, you could be facing additional felony or misdemeanor charges. Per the Colorado Revised Statutes, it is a felony...
Do you need a breathalyzer in Colorado?
Colorado laws on drunk driving are so strict that you may need to take a blood alcohol content test before driving. Therefore, authorities encourage you to have a breathalyzer to determine whether your blood-alcohol content allows you to drive on Colorado roads....
What are DUI and DWAI cases?
In Colorado, DUI and DWAI cases may have a negative, long term impact on your life. The best thing you can get out of these cases is the withdrawal of your charges. The courts have several options depending on the circumstances, including jailing you for the charges....
How a felony could keep you from traveling
While many people may come to Colorado for vacation, if you live here, you may wish to visit another area. The U.S. offers many tourist attractions and great places to visit, but if you want to see the world, then you will need to go outside the country's borders....
Penalties for drug crimes in Colorado
Colorado courts typically consider drug possession for personal use a misdemeanor. Possession of large quantities of controlled substances or other evidence that indicates trafficking can result in felony charges. Understand the penalties for various levels of drug...
Does defelonizing fentanyl possession send a mixed message?
Earlier this year, Colorado state lawmakers passed a bill defelonizing possession of most drugs for personal use. Under the new law, you could theoretically possess up to four grams of most drugs and only face a misdemeanor. This includes opioids such as carfentanil...
How serious is a stalking charge in Colorado?
Stalking is such a pervasive crime that one of the first lines of Colorado’s legislation on the subject states, “Stalking is a serious problem in this state and nationwide,” as conveyed by the Stalking Resource Center. The text further goes on to say that because the...
Are your blood alcohol test results accurate?
Residents in Colorado who are pulled over on suspicion of a DUI-related crime will likely have to take some sort of test to determine what your blood alcohol content (BAC) levels are. These tests can vary in reliability. The most reliable of them is a blood test. By...
Is your prescription impairing your ability to drive?
Depending on your general health, you may take several medications to live a happy, productive life in Colorado. When you get behind the wheel, your legal prescription medication could make police suspect you of driving under the influence. AAA Senior Driving takes a...
