How Much Does a DUI Cost in Colorado?
Aug 2
2016

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI

We all have experienced this situation or something like it:

You’re driving to a party or a picnic, not thinking about whether or not there will be alcohol. Maybe it’s a work party or a public event. You get there, and it turns out you can have a few beers. So you partake, both because they’re free (!) and everyone else seems to be doing it. Unfortunately, when the time comes to leave, you may have had one too many [...]

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What’s the Difference Between Theft and Burglary in Our State?
Jul 25
2016

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Burglary | Theft Crimes

If you steal, you could be charged with theft.

If you steal, you could be charged with burglary.

What’s the difference?

First off, both charges are very serious. Both burglaries and thefts of over $1,000 are considered felony offenses. The two can also be charged together, along with similar crimes like trespassing.

But theft and burglary are not the same action. Below we will define and explore the penalties for both theft and burglary in Colorado.

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Could You Get Arrested for Recording Law Enforcement?
Jul 19
2016

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Search and Seizure

One of the biggest catalysts in the debate surrounding police shootings has been live videos and footage of police activity. Most recently, a Facebook Live Video was broadcasted of Minnesota police shooting Philando Castile. The video went viral and caused an uproar, as well as a discussion of issues including police relations and gun ownership.

Now, citizens are encouraged and allowed to record law enforcement activity if they believe the officer is doing something illegal or unethical. But no one [...]

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Supreme Court Upholds Firearms Ban for Domestic Violence
Jul 11
2016

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence | Gun Crimes | Weapons Crimes

On June 27, the United States Supreme Court concluded a historic gun rights case by upholding a federal ban on individuals who have been convicted of misdemeanor domestic violence from owning or purchasing firearms. The court voted 6-2 in favor of upholding the ban.

The case, Voisine vs. United States, involved two men from Maine: Stephen Voisine and William E. Armstrong III. Both men were petitioning for their right to own a firearm despite their past domestic violence convictions.

Stephen [...]

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6 Things to Do If You Have Been Issued a Protection Order
Jul 5
2016

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Protective Orders

Being issued a protection order can be stressful. Violating a protection order is a criminal offense, and can land you in jail. Because of this, you might feel like you are constantly walking on eggshells, and may even fear leaving the house – or wherever you are staying – to avoid violating the order.

If you have been issued a protection order (or believe you may be issued one), it is important to take it very seriously. But you don’t [...]

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