What to Do When Your Ex Calls, But Also Has a CO Protective Order
Apr 24
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Protective Orders

The Coronavirus pandemic has turned all of our lives up-side-down in one respect or another. This is especially true for Coloradoans currently bound to the court system in some way.

For those dealing with a protective order in particular, on top of any restrictions you’ve experienced under the current pandemic protocol, a protective order can further restrict your ability to travel and can have an overreaching impact on your livelihood.

Another requirement often associated with protective orders?

No contact with [...]

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Domestic Violence Calls Have Experts Concerned: Know Your Triggers
Apr 19
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Abuse | Domestic Assault | Domestic Violence

The coronavirus has shaken the world up in many ways aside from the virus itself. Millions of people are finding themselves out of work and businesses are being forced to close doors en masse. Lots of people are also practicing social distancing by staying home.

Because of these things, one issue that cities like Denver are contending with? The potential for a massive spike in domestic violence.

Experts Concerned for Potential Spike in CO Domestic Violence Calls

The extensive quarantine [...]

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Colorado Sees Spike in Gun Sales During Coronavirus
Apr 17
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Coronavirus | Gun Crimes | Weapons Crimes

People around the country are unsure of what to expect from the coronavirus situation. In many parts of the country, panic has set in and led to hoarding supplies.

It isn’t just toilet paper and canned food that people are stocking up on, however. In the state of Colorado, ammunition and firearms have been flying off the shelves.

Despite the extraordinary circumstances, police departments around the state want to remind everyone that the laws surrounding firearms are still in effect.[...]

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As Coloradoans Shut In, Law Enforcement Expects Computer Fraud to Rise
Apr 11
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Computer Crimes | Fraud

Law enforcement is watching the web and shifting its target to digital scams as more and more Coloradoans are turning to online purchase solutions during this time of social distancing.

With people stuck at home and more people online, reports of computer fraud increases are already making it into the Denver news cycle.

Some of the most commonly reported crimes include price gouging through online forums, identity theft, and other computer crimes. Consider this fair warning, the commotion around coronavirus [...]

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As Violent Crimes Increase, Denver Commits to Crack Down
Mar 27
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Violent Crimes

According to news reports, 2019 was a deadly year for many in Colorado. In fact, 63 people were killed by homicide in Denver last year, the most since 2004.

As violent crimes in Denver increase, so do the penalties for committing such crimes. Here is what you need to know about crimes of violence and the mandatory minimums for such offenses in Colorado.

What are Crimes of Violence under Colorado Law?

In Colorado, crimes of violence are crimes that carry [...]

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