From gaining the new freedom of a driver’s license to the influence of friends who may be experimenting with drugs, alcohol or other risky behaviors, the average American teenager faces many challenges before becoming a full adult. Fortunately, Colorado state law...
Penalties for Colorado drug possession offenses
Under new legislation that took effect in early 2020, most drug possession offenses result in misdemeanor rather than felony charges in Colorado. The law covers any amount of Schedule III, IV or V substances as well as up to 4 grams of Schedule I and II substances. ...
What happens when you have a probational license?
Colorado may issue a probational license, also called a red license, if you have convictions for traffic violations. This license allows you to drive only to and from specified locations, typically work only. Review the probational license provisions if you are facing...
Are you eligible for drug court in Weld County?
A Colorado drug charge may lead to serious consequences, including jail time and hefty fines, among others. If you meet certain criteria, you may be able to enter into a Weld County adult treatment court as an alternative to doing time. If eligible, the county’s...
Do you qualify for Weld County adult treatment court?
Many crimes involving drugs and alcohol stem from untreated substance use disorder. If you struggle with addiction and face criminal charges for driving under the influence or a related offense, you could qualify for Weld County adult treatment court. Review the...
Protection order violations
There are two main types of protection orders in the Centennial State. One is a civil order, commonly known as a restraining order. Courts issue this type of protection order to shield one person from another. The other type is a criminal mandatory protection order....
The purpose of a preliminary hearing
While being arraigned in a DUI case, you have the option to either plead guilty or not guilty. In many cases, a not guilty plea means that you will take part in a preliminary hearing. Many consider this a pre-trial, as a prosecutor can call witnesses to the stand,...
How to defend yourself against assault and battery charges
Assault and battery charges are serious business, with a conviction having the potential to lead to an extended prison sentence. With this in mind, it’s critical that you defend yourself against the charges, with the idea of avoiding a conviction or at the very least...
Marijuana legalization has led to a lot of confusion over drug laws
A lot has changed since Colorado voted to legalize the recreational use of cannabis in 2014, but whether the changes have been good or bad depends on who you ask, and what evidence they choose to show you. The resulting confusion has led to many people...
Drug experimentation isn’t safe for Colorado college students
Moving out for college can mean throwing caution to the wind and trying things that the newly enrolled student would never have done at home while living with their parents. Most college students will experiment with mind-altering substances, whether they go to a...
