What Coloradans with Previous Shoplifting Convictions are Up Against
May 23
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Shoplifting | Theft Crimes

In Lafayette, shoplifting at the Wal-Mart Supercenter has become an epidemic, according to the municipal judge. In 2017, the town had 260 cases of shoplifting, as compared with 57 in the previous year. Almost all of the cases were committed at Wal-Mart.

The store’s officials say that they have lost nearly $1 million in profit due to shoplifting in recent years. Two years ago, the store hired a loss prevention officer who has used more aggressive tactics to identify shoplifters.[...]

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Colorado Drugged Driving Defenses – What Works… and What Doesn’t
May 14
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drugged Driving | DUI | DUID | DWAI

If you are facing drugged driving charges in Colorado, certain defenses have a pretty good chance of working… while others really aren’t worth your time.

In this post we’re going to talk about common strategies people try with these types of cases, focusing on which ones are generally good and which ones just plain don’t work.

First, though, a bit about DUID charges.

Understanding Drugged Driving in Colorado

Driving under the influence of any drug is a serious crime in [...]

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Colorado Forgery Charge? Ask Your Lawyer about These Strategies 
May 7
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Forgery | Fraud

Have you been recently accused of forgery? A skilled Colorado defense attorney will have several possible defense strategies to help you fight your charge. In this post, we’re going to cover several of the most common defenses.

Legal Definition of Forgery in Colorado

Forgery can be defined as possessing, using, altering, or making false writing with the intent of committing fraud.

Altering a document or instrument is a serious crime, punishable as a felony offense in Colorado – and every [...]

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Strategies to Fight Colorado Sex Crime Charges
May 2
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Sex Crimes

Sex crime consequences are some of the most severe in the Colorado criminal statutes – and for good reason. Sex crimes have long-lasting psychological impacts on survivors, and are a threat to society.

To protect potential victims, convicted sex offenders must register in a national database, something that has a huge negative stigma, and restricts employment prospects, housing, and other freedoms. Additionally, you may have to spend time in prison, pay a costly fine, and more.

Because of this, it [...]

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Why Is Colorado In the Midst of a DUI “Heat Is On” Campaign Right Now?
Apr 26
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI | DUID | DWAI

During certain times of the year, the Colorado Department of Transportation runs the highly publicized Heat is On Campaign in an effort to catch and arrest more drunk drivers.

Typically, CDOT schedules Heat is On Campaigns around common drunk driving occasions such as New Years Eve and other holidays. By adding patrols and checkpoints out on the roads, these campaigns have historically led to increased DUI arrests and convictions. Essentially, law enforcement officers are out in force to catch drunk [...]

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