There are two general categories of crime: white collar and blue collar. The term "blue collar" is not a formal legal term. It is a layman's term to describe the types of crimes you would probably think about more often, such as violent or property crimes. Blue collar...
Year: 2020
How much does insurance increase after a Colorado DUI?
A Colorado drunk driving conviction has the potential to cost you a large amount of money once you factor in all related expenses, and some off those expenses may stay with you for years. In addition to having to pay fines and other expenditures related to the...
DUI charges during a divorce
Those who are dealing with the end of their marriage often have many different hurdles to work through, such as high levels of anxiety, depression and even financial strain. Unfortunately, this causes some people to make poor choices or behave abnormally. For example,...
Moving forward after a criminal charge
Criminal activity in Colorado affects all perpetrators differently depending on the crime, its effect on people and the aftermath of the behavior that happened. People charged with a crime have the potential to move forward, but reaching that point requires personal...
What to do when an officer pulls you over
It can be stressful when a police officer pulls you over, especially if you do not think you have violated traffic laws. Knowing your rights and how to handle this type of situation can help you keep your cool. Take these steps when law enforcement makes...
Driving suspensions and points in Colorado
If you live and are licensed to drive in Colorado, it is important for you to understand how the state tracks your driving violation history. Even the safest, most responsible drivers may receive traffic violations from time to time. Every single violation has the...
Does Colorado have an ignition interlock law?
Drunk driving is a serious crime across the United States. However, each state has slightly different drunk driving laws. If you are being accused or convicted of drunk driving in the state of Colorado, it is important to understand how these laws apply to...
What is criminal mischief?
In Colorado, the crime of criminal mischief occurs when you knowingly damage either the personal property or the land of someone else. This is also referred to as vandalism. Depending on the severity of the damage, criminal mischief may either be a felony or a...
Blood test vs. breath test: Comparing the results
Getting pulled over by law enforcement can certainly make your heart race, especially if the officer asks you to take a breath test. Law enforcement officers use roadside breath tests to determine whether your blood alcohol content level is at or above 0.08, the legal...
Are you familiar with different types of insurance fraud?
Over the years of paying your Colorado insurance premiums on time and in full without making a claim for the last few years, perhaps you wondered if you were wasting money on a policy that you do not use. Should you do what you can to get some of that money back by...