Boulder Colorado Legal Blog

In Boulder and throughout Colorado, drivers accused of committing crimes with their vehicles will inevitably face charges. They can range from driving under the influence, to leaving the scene of an accident to injuring another person. Along with these accusations will come a variety of penalties, including loss of driving privileges, fines and even jail. When dealing with these cases, it is imperative to understand the importance of a strong criminal defense.

A 36-year-old woman was arrested after she hit a bicyclist with her car and left the scene. The accident occurred in the mid-evening at around 6:30 p.m. According to the investigation, the woman was in an Acura MDX and a bicyclist was in front of her. The vehicle's side-view mirror clipped the rider and she was thrown from the bike. The driver says -- and witnesses corroborate -- the difficulty in seeing because of the sun.

School is in full swing, and many students are enjoying the socialization and activities. College is a time of exploration and self-discovery. On the other hand, students are exposed to peer pressure and other external factors. Parents might nervously anticipate what the new academic year will bring.

Typical concerns involve late-night partying and drunk driving. But according to a new Colorado Health Institute report, there’s another trend to look out for.

Colorado residents may have heard about the guilty plea entered by Oakland Raiders cornerback Daryl Worley. He pleaded guilty on June 18 to three charges including driving while under the influence of alcohol and having firearms in his vehicle. The DUI conviction led to a 72-hour jail sentence while the other charges resulted in two years of probation. However, the defensive back was credited with time served as it related to his jail sentence.

The charges stem from an incident on April 15 when the player was found unresponsive in a vehicle that was blocking traffic near the Philadelphia Eagles practice facility. Worley was a member of the team at the time, but was let go by the team after the incident. He may face further discipline from the NFL under its personal conduct policy. He told reporters that he was grateful for the opportunity to play for Oakland.

White collar crime allegations can be devastating to more than just your freedom. Not only can someone end up with expensive fines and a prison sentence, consequences can radiate into all areas of your life. Allegations can damage your reputation in an industry, permanently affecting your career. Some criminal cases can drag on for years, even after being dismissed in court.

A prominent Colorado developer is currently facing this dilemma after having charges against him dismissed and then overturned twice over the course of six years. Ray Marshall is accused of stealing $1 million from a deal regarding the U.S. Olympic Committee headquarters location in Colorado Springs. He is facing 41 counts of racketeering and theft.