BOULDER COLORADO LEGAL BLOG
3 ways technology is changing the criminal justice system
Throughout history, the legal system in Colorado has seen many changes. From the early days to today, technology has always played a role in many of these. They are still occurring, and technology is still right there spurring on more change. The criminal justice...
read moreWhat are some alternatives to prison to lower crime rates?
The criminal justice system in the United States is a system of punishment. If you break a law, a court punishes you for it through fines or time in jail or prison. However, such a system is not always the right thing. Many states now have drug courts, for example,...
read moreWhat leads to white collar crimes?
Out of all the crimes in the criminal justice system, white collar crimes are probably the most misunderstood. While they do not involve violence or physical harm to others, they can be devastating in the financial sense. When someone commits this type of crime, it...
read moreStalking: What is it and what are the consequences?
Colorado, like all other 49 states and the District of Columbia, recognizes that stalking is a serious issue. To prevent stalking behavior from escalating into behavior that results in dire physical consequences, the state has adopted several provisions that encourage...
read moreHave you committed accidental credit card fraud?
You may consider yourself to be someone who would never commit any type of crime, white-collar or otherwise. That said, you may have already committed credit card fraud while enjoying your life in Colorado. With help from HuffPost, you have a better understanding of...
read moreDUI charges in the early morning hours
There are various reasons why people find themselves pulled over for suspected drunk driving, whether they got behind the wheel while drinking at a party (even though this behavior is atypical for them) or they struggle with an addiction to alcohol and are frequently...
read moreMan charged with property crimes after comic book theft
When people in Boulder and throughout Colorado are arrested for crimes related to theft, there are certain items that are commonly taken. That can include automobiles, jewelry and money. Items that have both nostalgic and financial value are also a frequent target to...
read moreDUI arrest rates are high on summer holidays
Summer can be a bittersweet season for many college students in more ways than one. For some, it may be some of their last months off before they get back to studying and eventually adulthood. For those who have summer jobs and internships, they are getting a taste of...
read moreMemorial Day DUI/DWAI arrests in Colorado surpass 300
On holidays in Colorado and across the U.S., law enforcement steps up its efforts to catch drivers who might be under the influence. That endeavor includes an increased law enforcement presence on the roads, checkpoints and other strategies designed specifically to...
read moreSeparation agreements in Colorado
When a couple in Colorado is experiencing marital difficulties, they might not be sure they want to divorce immediately; they might prefer to negotiate a separation rather than have the case decided by a court. In many cases, the couple can benefit from spending some...
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