Do False Allegations of Domestic Violence Really Happen in Colorado?
Jan 10
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Criminal Defense | Domestic Violence

A recent report from the United Nations said that the most dangerous place for women to be was their homes – largely due to domestic partner violence. This doesn’t just apply to faraway countries, either. According to reports, one in three women in the United States has experienced some sort of intimate partner violence in their lifetimes.

Women, however, are not the only victims of domestic violence. Men’s rights groups throughout the country want to get the word out about [...]

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How an Alleged Victim May Be Able to Help with Your Colorado DV Charge
Nov 1
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

Domestic violence cases are not always easy to prove. Outside witnesses or surveillance may not be present, the victim’s perspective of the incident may be skewed by their relationship to the abuser, and not all violence leaves physical scars or marks.

Often, these cases are left to a “he-said, she-said” account of the relationship and alleged violence. The victim of domestic violence may even be the one charged!

This puts a lot of pressure on the alleged victim. Their testimony [...]

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Criminal Acts Commonly Associated with Domestic Violence in Colorado
Sep 13
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Assault | Domestic Violence | Stalking

Domestic violence in Colorado is not an actual charge, but rather an “enhancement” to other, existing charges. Because of this, it is something that covers quite a bit of ground and can be attached to a number of different criminal offenses.

In this post, we’re going to detail the offenses most commonly associated with domestic violence and tell you how to get help if you are facing any of these charges.

Defining Domestic Violence in Colorado

Colorado law defines domestic [...]

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Don’t Expect DV Policies of New Denver PD Chief to Help with Charges
Jul 18
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

The Denver police have a new chief, and he has already promised to use a new approach to tackle domestic violence cases in Colorado.

What might this mean for those charged? Probably not a whole lot.

Below, we’re going to tell you more about his proposed changes and what’s likely to stay the same.

New Denver Police Chief, New Policies… Sort Of

District 1 Commander Paul Pazen is now the Chief of Police for Denver. He is a Denver native [...]

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Is Colorado about to Get More Serious on Domestic Violence Gun Laws?
Jun 5
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence | Gun Crimes

In 2013, Colorado passed laws restricting the use and purchase of firearms for domestic violence offenders. The measure was created in order to reduce the number of deaths and serious injuries from domestic violence in the state.

Five years later, studies on these laws have shown that the measure isn’t exactly working as planned

Unfortunately, domestic violence is still rampant across Colorado, despite these laws being in place. Why aren’t they working? 9News Denver thinks they know.

Over a three-month [...]

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