CO DUI: Why You Should Avoid One
Sep 9
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI

In the United States, the laws governing the crime of driving under the influence – also called a DUI – are typically very harsh. Colorado is no exception to this, as even first-time DUI offenders can face time in jail, fines, and the loss of their driver’s license.

As serious as a DUI is, not many understand the true implications of the crime and the impact it can have on your life. There are many reasons to avoid a DUI [...]

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Is Posting a Private Image Illegal in CO?
Sep 9
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Internet Crimes | Posting a Private Image

Posting a private image to harass another person is often referred to as revenge porn in Colorado – and it’s against the law.

This is a crime that the state takes very seriously, as it often causes great emotional distress to the person portrayed in the picture and is considered a sex crime. That means that anyone convicted of posting a private image for harassment can be in serious legal jeopardy. The charge is more than just a slap on [...]

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Top CO Domestic Violence Misconceptions
Sep 5
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

The issue of domestic violence is complex, not only in Colorado but across the entire United States. Still, Colorado has created its own laws to help deal with this issue, as a way to make the state a safer place for everyone to live.

Still, domestic violence laws in and of themselves can’t fix everything. Part of the work is for people in the community to understand what is and isn’t true about domestic violence, because there are a lot [...]

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CO Aggravated Drug Crimes: What You Need to Know
Sep 5
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Aggravated Drug Crimes | Drug Crimes

Sometimes, those found guilty of drug felonies in Colorado can face longer sentences than they otherwise would.

Many felonies in our state can lead to mandatory sentencing. These crimes are called aggravated drug crimes. But what is aggravated drug crimes? What makes them worse than non-aggravated drug crimes? Read on to find out all you need to know.

Aggravated Drug Crimes in Denver

In our state, there are two ways that you can get an aggravated sentence for a drug [...]

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Distribution of Drugs in CO: What If You’re Arrested?
Aug 17
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Drug Distribution | Drug Possession

Possession with the intent to distribute is a serious drug charge in Colorado, even with the state’s progress toward drug legalization and decriminalization.

It’s important for every citizen to understand not only what charges of possession with intent to distribute mean but also what steps to take when you’re arrested for this crime. Read on to find out all about this drug crime in Colorado and what you should do if you’re arrested.

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