Not all crimes carry the same gravity of consequences. However, even relatively minor infractions could cause you some long-lasting repercussions. Jail time may seem like the most serious consequence of criminal charges. However, there are many other long-term...
What are the possible consequences for using a fake ID?
People who are under the age of 21 could find themselves in serious trouble if they face an arrest for possession or attempted use of a fake ID. This offense is not a felony, but it may carry multiple negative consequences that may make it difficult for people to...
The importance of ID checks at cannabis dispensaries
If you own a cannabis dispensary ID checks are critical for the survival of your business. The sale of tobacco and liquor has always caused a need for ID checks, but there are reasons to be even more careful. According to the Coloradoan, minors cannot be present where...
How does dollar value increase felony theft charges?
You have probably wondered how long someone could go to prison for an act of theft. Stealing money or property is a very broad area of law and can involve differing levels of punishment. Some sentences are light but other punishments may deprive you of much of your...
What is disorderly conduct?
You have probably heard of the term "disorderly conduct," but do you know how the law applies to it in Colorado? Disorderly conduct covers a variety of behaviors and can result in either petty offense or misdemeanor charges. The definition of disorderly conduct...
When police use big tech data in criminal investigations
Many of us have an uneasy relationship with the companies like Google and Facebook. We know and like their products, but we aren’t necessarily pleased about the amount of data they collect on us. If you’re in this situation, you may comfort yourself with the idea...
What you should do during a traffic stop
There are some important guidelines for helping you to have a smooth traffic stop. You are not powerless over what happens. During the interaction with a law enforcement officer, you must be careful to refrain from any type of action that could steer the interaction...
What can I negotiate in a plea deal?
In the majority of criminal cases, plea bargaining is an element. This is because it can be advantageous for both the defense and the prosecution to resolve criminal cases through dealings rather than through the court. Ultimately, you may decide to take a plea...
Will my case be in state or federal court?
51 court systems exist in the United States. 50 of these systems are state systems, and each state has its own. There is one federal court system. Generally speaking, the government will hear your court case in the system that corresponds to the laws the government...
What is “theft by finding?”
Past posts on this blog detailed the manner in which Colorado defines theft. You likely never see any scenario in which you would intentionally take another's property. Yet could there be a scenario in which your unintentional actions might actually qualify as...
