Common Defenses to Domestic Violence Charges
November 16, 2024
Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez
Category: Disturbing the Peace | DUI | July 4th
The Fourth of July is a time of celebration, but sometimes those celebrations can result in an arrest. There are quite a few types of arrests that tend to spike over the holiday, each with their own possible penalties.
If you or someone you know ran into trouble over the Fourth of July, then there are things you need to know about these common types of arrests and what they can mean for your future.
Why Does Crime in Colorado[...]Enjoying the 4th of July with friends or family at a barbeque? Many Coloradans will be doing just that… and far too many will end up getting DUIs on their way home.
Why?
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, up to 40 percent of annual vehicle fatalities occur over this weekend, and almost half of the fatalities involve a driver whose blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is at least twice the legal limit of 0.08 percent.
Law enforcement [...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Arapahoe 1st Degree Assault/Vehicular Assault[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Denver Domestic Violence Assault Case[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Denver D.V. Assault[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Denver Careless Driving Resulting in Death[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Jefferson County Felony Menacing[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Adams County DUI[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Jefferson County DUI[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Jefferson County DUI[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Jefferson Vehicular Assault/DUI[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Jefferson County DUI[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Boulder County DUI case[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Arapahoe County DUI case[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Adams County DUI case[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Douglas County DUI case[...]
Jury Trial - Not Guilty
Gilpin County DUI case[...]
Dismissed
Broomfield County Probation Revocation case[...]
Dismissal
Arapahoe County DUI case[...]
Deferred Judgment
Arapahoe County DUI case[...]
Deferred Judgment
Douglas County DUI case[...]
Deferred Judgment
Larimer County DUI case[...]
Deferred Judgment
Arapahoe County DUI Case[...]
Deferred Judgment
Denver Felony Burglary Case[...]
Deferred Judgment
Arapahoe County DUI case[...]
Dismissed
Arapahoe County Protection Order Case[...]
Dismissed
Golden Destruction of Property case[...]
Dismissed
Jefferson County Protection Order case[...]
Dismissed
Jefferson County Domestic Violence case[...]
Dismissed and Sealed
Jefferson County DUI case[...]
Dismissed
Denver Major Traffic Offense case[...]
Dismissed and Sealed
Broomfield County Domestic Violence case[...]
Dismissed
Summit County DUI Revocation[...]
Dismissed
Denver DUI Revocation[...]
Dismissed
Denver DUI Revocation[...]
Dismissed
Denver DUI +.2 Involving Accident and Injury case[...]
Dismissed
Denver DUI/Habitual Traffic Offender case[...]
DISMISSAL
Denver District Aggravated Theft[...]
Dismissed
Greenwood Village Assault case[...]
Dismissal
Elbert County DUI[...]
Dismissed
Arapahoe County Domestic Violence case[...]
Dismissal
Jefferson County DUI[...]
Dismissal
Denver Municipal Assault[...]
Dismissed
Boulder County Domestic Violence Assault case[...]
Dismissed
Wheat Ridge Assault case[...]
Dismissed
Jefferson County DUI case, with 2+ Prior Convictions[...]
Dismissed
Arapahoe County Domestic Violence case[...]
Dismissed
Broomfield County Domestic Violence case[...]
Dismissed with No Charges Filed
Jefferson County Felony Theft case[...]
Dismissed
Arapahoe County Felony Theft case[...]
Dismissed
Boulder County Felony Theft case[...]
Facing a domestic violence charge can feel overwhelming and intimidating. Allegations of violence against a family member or intimate partner carry serious weight, and a conviction can have severe consequences, including jail time, fines, restraining orders, and a damaged reputation. However, an accusation is not the same as a conviction. Numerous defense strategies can be used to help clear your name, reduce charges, or, in some cases, dismiss the case entirely.
Below, we discuss some of the most common defenses [...]
You’re out with friends, having a good time at your favorite bar when a heated argument suddenly turns into a bar fight. Maybe you were just defending yourself, but what seemed like a minor scuffle could lead to serious legal consequences. Believe it or not, a bar fight can result in felony charges. While these altercations may seem trivial, the legal aftermath is anything but. Can a seemingly minor incident lead to serious felony charges? Let’s break it down and [...]
In Colorado, marijuana possession laws can be complex and nuanced. While the state has legalized both medical and recreational use of cannabis, there are still specific regulations and restrictions in place. Whether you’re enjoying cannabis recreationally or using it for medical reasons, it’s important to stay within the limits of the law. And if you find yourself on the wrong side of these laws, having an attorney like Jacob E. Martinez on your side can make all the difference.
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