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Mistakes to avoid when hiring a criminal defense attorney
Facing drug charges in Colorado is scary, especially if this is your first time. You might not know what to do, where to turn or who to call. You need to take a deep breath and find a criminal defense attorney who will fight for your rights like they are defending a family member....
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Common types of family abuse
Domestic violence is a serious problem in Colorado and the rest of the country. What many people don’t realize is that domestic violence doesn’t just happen between two people who are dating and living together. It also happens in family settings, where there are married people, children and other family members living under one...
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Every arrest does not warrant bail
While the idea of going to jail may have filled you with fear and anxiety, it is a scenario that you ended up in nonetheless. On the way there, through booking and through all the other necessary steps you had to contend with, your mind likely filled with various thoughts about what could happen...
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Explaining an aggravated felony
An aggravated felony is a serious crime that can prevent you from remaining in the country if you have any type of immigration status. Should you be convicted of an aggravated felony, you will lose your chance for asylum and naturalization on a permanent basis. There is no form of appeal once you are...
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Explaining Colorado criminal traffic charges
The majority of tickets issued by police officers to drivers are minor in nature. They are known as infractions. These infractions often deal with nonmoving violations, mechanical violations and moving violations that are of the nondangerous nature. But, what happens when a driver is issued a criminal traffic ticket with a misdemeanor or more...
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What can you expect if facing assault charges in Colorado?
Facing criminal charges of any kind is daunting. If charged with assault, you may be unsure of what exactly what that means or what kind of penalties you could be facing. Assault crimes range in severity, and it is beneficial for your defense to know what you are up against and how you can...
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How do I protect my future after driving under the influence?
Being arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Colorado can change your life in an instant. You might not be able to return to work if you hold a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or are required to drive a company vehicle. This means you could have trouble finding employment and taking...
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Submit a successful application for Colorado medical marijuana
If you need to apply for medical marijuana in Colorado you will want to ensure that your application is complete upon submission the first time. If it is incomplete, you will wind up having the application denied, and you will need to resubmit. Joining the Colorado medical marijuana registry allows you to carry medicinal...
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Doctor shopping can lead to serious criminal trouble
If you suffer an injury or have a surgical procedure, chances are your doctor prescribed a pain medication. The more serious your situation, the more powerful the pain killer you may need. An experienced doctor knows what to prescribe, the dose, how often you should take it and for how long. Your prescription may...
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How domestic violence allegations damage your reputation
Allegations of domestic violence can significantly impact your reputation. If the allegations turn into charges, your reputation might take a major hit. You might have trouble speaking to friends and family. You might get the cold shoulder at your place of employment. You could even lose your job. Let’s take a look at the...
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The penalties if caught with a fake ID in Colorado
Colorado readers understand there are strict penalties associated with underage drinking and underage possession of marijuana. There are also strict penalties for possession of a fake identification, which is how many individuals under the age of 21 are able to obtain marijuana and alcohol. If you are facing charges because someone caught you with...
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The penalties associated with felonies in Colorado
The commission of a crime in Colorado can lead to serious consequences no matter your criminal record. The most serious crimes are those that are charged as felonies. Depending on the level, or class, of felony charge, you could find yourself facing years in prison and thousands of dollars in fines. Let’s take a...
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