Theft involves taking someone's property without permission and no intention of ever returning it. A Colorado criminal court doles out strict punishments to people convicted of theft, but a punishment's severity depends on how serious a crime is. Regarding theft,...
Year: 2021
Colorado’s DUI laws and you
Drunk and drugged driving is a major offense in Colorado. Furthermore, since the Centennial State has implied consent laws, authorities can automatically suspend the licenses of people who refuse field sobriety tests. Colorado DUI/DWAI BAC limits Under Colorado law,...
What are the Colorado penalties for DUI?
You have a better chance of making the right decisions when facing DUI charges in Colorado when you understand the laws, how they work and how they may affect you. Therefore, read on to learn more about how the Colorado court will penalize you for a DUI charge....
Burglary is among the property crimes not always involving theft
If you are a loyal watcher of crime TV shows, you might understand burglary to involve someone breaking, entering and stealing. However, Colorado law takes a different view of property crimes that does not always equate burglary to theft. What is theft? The law...
The most common types of health care fraud
Health care fraud in Colorado is often done by exploiting the system of paperwork necessary to receive and pay for medical treatment. Below are some of the most common types of health care fraud that occur throughout the country. Double billing This type of...
How does the Supreme Court’s “hot pursuit” decision affect cases?
The Supreme Court issued a ruling that affects criminal court cases in Colorado and across the United States. The court addressed a challenge to a warrantless search and sided with the defendant. The case specifically dealt with warrantless searches relating to...
What counts as securities fraud?
White-collar crimes in Boulder, Colorado, refer to nonviolent financial crimes characterized by exaggerated claims, omissions and false representations. This type of crime gets its name from the usual offenders, which are government and businesspeople. White-collar...
What to do when a loved one is arrested
A criminal arrest affects many people, not just the accused. If a family member, close friend or other loved one has been arrested, you may be feeling scared, helpless and even angry. Here are a few tips to help you navigate this difficult situation. Be careful what...
Can a misdemeanor prevent you from getting a job?
Having a criminal record can make it difficult to get employed. It is common knowledge that people convicted of felonies have a hard time finding employment, but getting charged with a misdemeanor can have negative effects as well. Here are some ways that a...
Information about, and examples of, embezzlement
White-collar crimes constitute crimes that do not include violence or physical force. These types of crimes generally have financial motivation, and common characteristics are the violation of trust, concealment and deceit for one's financial gain. Embezzlement is one...