Did You Get Charged With a DUI Over St. Paddy’s Day? Know Your Rights in CO
Mar 29
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI

Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Colorado, and it is illegal to operate a vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.08% or higher. This legal limit applies to both alcohol and drugs, including marijuana. The legal consequences of a DUI conviction can be severe, including fines, jail time, license suspension, and mandatory alcohol education or treatment.

You have certain legal rights if you get pulled over for suspicion of DUI. These include the [...]

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When Does Colorado File Vehicular Assault Charges?
Mar 10
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Vehicular Assault

Vehicular assault is a serious offense in Colorado, and the consequences can be severe. A recent news story that illustrates this is the case of a Colorado Springs man charged with vehicular assault after a crash that injured two people. According to reports, the man was driving under the influence when he crashed into a vehicle, causing severe injuries to the driver and passenger. The man was arrested at the scene and charged with vehicular assault, DUI, and other related [...]

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Colorado Teens Can Face Domestic Violence Charges, Too
Mar 10
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence | Teen Violence

No one has to tell parents that emotions for teenagers tend to run high. During these years, it’s not uncommon for teens’ emotions to swing wildly from one end of the spectrum to the other or for these feelings to be accompanied by verbal or physical altercations.

Unfortunately, when these big emotions rear their ugly heads in romantic relationships, problems can ensue. Couple this with teens still learning to navigate the complexities of sex, romance, and intimacy, which can be [...]

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Why Does Vehicular Homicide Happen in Colorado?
Feb 24
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Vehicular Homicide

In Colorado, vehicular homicide is defined as causing another person’s death while driving a vehicle, whether intentionally or through reckless behavior. It can devastate families and communities, leaving lasting emotional and financial scars. Moreover, this serious criminal offense carries severe consequences, including lengthy prison sentences and steep fines.

Unfortunately, vehicular homicides have been rising throughout Colorado recently, leaving many people wondering why this frightening trend is happening. According to a report by the Denver Post, there were 57 fatal [...]

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Is It Credit Card Fraud or Identity Theft in Colorado?
Feb 14
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Credit Card Fraud | Identity Theft

 

Colorado, like all states, has laws against credit card fraud and identity theft. But what’s the difference between the two? 

To put it simply, credit card fraud involves using someone else’s credit card without their permission or knowledge. At the same time, identity theft goes much further—it involves stealing someone else’s personal information (including Social Security numbers, bank account numbers, driver’s license numbers, etc.) and using it to commit crimes. 

These crimes occur all the time, and understanding [...]

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