Common Defenses to Domestic Violence Charges
November 16, 2024
Being charged with a sex crime in Colorado is serious, which means you need an experienced attorney to help guide you through all the turmoil that lies ahead for you in the court system.
Crimes involving sex can have severe repercussions on your life, so you must take them seriously, no matter the charge. A Colorado defense attorney can help represent you no matter the crime – and here are a few ways they can help you.
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Arguing for the legalization of prostitution would not seem to be a viable platform for a politician, and it’s hard to imagine such a thing happening within our lifetimes. However, more and more, it appears to be becoming a question of serious public and social debate.
Most recently, Amnesty International caught a lot of attention in late July when the human rights group released a draft proposal calling for the decriminalization of all “aspects of consensual sex work.” The Internet [...]
It came as a shock to the students and parents of Greeley Central High School when a teacher was arrested for soliciting and patronizing a prostitute. John Derek Haffner, a career and life choices teacher at the school, was one of eight men busted in a prostitution sting last month.
Haffner was hardly the type of individual you’d peg as a criminal. The 52-year-old teacher also worked as the student graduation interventionist, helping at-risk youth succeed in graduating. In addition, [...]
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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