Colorado Police Release Video on How to Be a “Good Witness”
Aug 1
2017

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Criminal Defense | Witness

A good witness can make or break a criminal case. Witnesses can bring charges against someone, and can even be the key to a conviction. Death sentences have been overturned because a witness recanted their testimony.

Therein lies the problem. A fair criminal justice system is not just the responsibility of prosecutors, lawyers, and judges. All citizens have to contribute to ensure fair trials and a fair system. – including witnesses.

That’s why the Colorado Springs Police Department has issued [...]

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Colorado Is Giving Away Breathalyzers — Why?
Aug 1
2017

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI | DUID | DWAI

Have you ever wondered what your blood alcohol content (BAC) is before getting behind the wheel?

There are numerous breathalyzers on the market that are available to consumers for their own personal use. Right now, however, you may not even need to buy one. Why? Because the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) is giving away breathalyzers to eligible candidates in an effort to study whether having access to a mobile Breathalyzer decreases a person’s risk of driving drunk.

Drinking and [...]

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What Colorado Domestic Violence Charges Mean for Child Custody
Jul 27
2017

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

Whether you are already divorced or currently going through a divorce, if you have kids, one of your top priorities is always going to be spending quality time with your children. There are certain things, however, that can affect a parent’s right to custody. One of those things is a domestic violence charge.

Going through a divorce is hard enough, but when you add a domestic violence charge on top of that, the situation can become even more stressful and [...]

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How to Get Off of Colorado’s Sex Offender Registry
Jul 21
2017

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Sex Crimes

In our state, if you’re convicted of a sexual offense, you are required to register as a sex offender for five, 10, or 20 years – up to life.

What happens, however, when you’ve completed your registration period?

Your first thought is probably that you no longer have to continue to register. Because that makes logical sense. Unfortunately, that thought would be wrong.

Discontinuing your registration doesn’t automatically happen. You actually have to petition the Colorado court and ask them [...]

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8 Common Defenses against Colorado Property Crime Charges
Jul 12
2017

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Arson | Burglary | Property Crimes | Robbery

Property crimes involve the theft, destruction or unlawful entrance into the property of another. In Colorado, there are many criminal offenses that fall under this category. Some of the most commonly charged property crimes include arson, burglary, and robbery.

If you are currently facing a property crime charge, it is important to consult with an experienced Colorado defense attorney as soon as possible to make sure that your rights are protected, and to start building the best possible defense.

Below [...]

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