White-collar crime in Colorado refers to a crime that is financial and does not involve violence. These crimes include fraud, securities violations, and similar matters. Although they are nonviolent, their scale can be large. The nature of white collar crime Most...
Most Colorado residents won’t need to understand the heroin laws in their state. It’s a drug considered taboo by most of society and, outside of it being illegal, the average person wouldn’t know much about it. Still, there are serious consequences for those who use,...
There are different types of property crimes a person can face in Colorado. One of them is criminal mischief, which can be perpetrated in a variety of ways. Criminal mischief in Colorado In Colorado, a person is considered guilty of criminal mischief if they knowingly...
In the world of white-collar crimes, embezzlement is one of the most common. While it can take many forms, embezzlement typically involves someone in a position of trust misusing that trust for personal gain. How does embezzlement occur? Embezzlement is the white...
It may not be easy to determine the role of drugs and alcohol in the committing of crimes. It also may be that the person committing the crime is not under the influence at the time of the crime; they may be stealing money or goods to support their habit. States...
Each year, Colorado residents are scammed out of millions by different types of investment fraud. Securities fraud is one of the most common types of white-collar crime. The Attorney General is tasked with original jurisdiction over securities fraud, or investment...
A criminal defense team is a lawyer or group of people who help people who have been accused of a crime in Colorado. A defendant is encouraged to understand the state's laws and work on building a strong case. Obtain witness testimony Eyewitness testimony has the...
Forgery is a serious white-collar crime that carries serious consequences for a conviction. If you were arrested on these charges in Colorado, you should understand the laws and what to expect in your case. What is forgery? A person commits forgery by using writing to...
Although most Colorado residents who file for bankruptcy are fair and honest, there are others who take advantage of the system. This is considered bankruptcy fraud, which is a huge problem and is considered to be a white-collar crime. What is bankruptcy fraud?...
Manslaughter charges are among the harshest convictions you could face in Colorado. If you or your loved one is facing such allegations, here are some laws you should be aware of. Colorado law definition of manslaughter A person commits the crime of manslaughter in...
