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When rideshare services became available in the late 2000s and early 2010s, many people welcomed these alternative options for transportation. Travelers could take an Uber or Lyft to or from the airport instead of driving and parking their vehicle in a lot for several nights, and people celebrating a birthday or attending a networking event could consume alcohol and take…
In recent years, many states have taken steps to decriminalize and even legalize the use of marijuana for medical or recreational purposes. Colorado voters approved the use of medical marijuana in 2000. Colorado and Washington state were the first states to pass laws allowing recreational marijuana in 2012, that legalized the cultivation, possession, use, and manufacturing of recreational marijuana within…
The United States continues to experience the various impacts of drug misuse, especially when it comes to opioid addiction. This is a widespread issue that affects individuals, families, and communities throughout the country. According to data gathered by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 9.2 million people misused opioids in the past year. Moreover, over 61 million people…
As a parent, your child’s safety and well-being are among your primary concerns. When your child moves into adolescence and young adulthood, they begin to make their own decisions—and making mistakes (hopefully learning from them) is a valuable and universal experience. Unfortunately, some teenagers make poor decisions behind the wheel. Their inexperience as young drivers can leave them vulnerable to…
Even though the availability of rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have provided people with more transportation options, driving while under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or drugs still happens. According to a recent survey of Americans from all over the country, a little over half of the respondents (53.3 percent) stated that they feel capable of driving after consuming…
When arguments between spouses, intimate partners, or close family members erupt, it can take a lot of time and effort to resolve these disagreements. Emotions can run high, causing one or both people to say things or lash out in unhealthy ways. Although many couples are able to move past their differences, some situations can escalate to the point of…
Generally speaking, sheriff’s offices in the state of Colorado have access to databases that will provide information on state warrants throughout the state of Colorado. However, they do not have access to warrants issued by municipalities or cities. Felony charges are either state charges or federal charges, while misdemeanor and petty offense charges can be Federal, state, or local (municipalities…
Colorado’s criminal procedure rules provide a right to have a preliminary hearing for certain criminal charges. In Colorado, a person who is charged with a class 1, 2, or 3 felony is entitled to a preliminary hearing. Also, if a person is charged with a class 4, 5, or 6-level felony that includes mandatory prison time, they have a right…
In the age of technology, digital evidence is becoming more and more common in Colorado courts. This includes the use of digital evidence in domestic violence cases, which can make them more complex and provide more opportunities for misinformation. As helpful as digital evidence can be in some situations, it also poses a variety of risks for defendants. If you…
There are many methods law enforcement uses to try to prevent people from driving while under the influence. One of the measures Colorado Springs and Denver take is establishing DUI checkpoints on the road. These are checkpoints where you will most likely come into contact with a police officer who is there to ensure drivers are not inhibited in any…