Colorado law makes it a misdemeanor to violate a protective order (often called a restraining order ) where penalties can reach up to 24 months in jail and/or $5,000 in fines. How severely a violation is punished depends upon which kind of protective order was in place and ...
Read MoreSince domestic violence is a serious national issue, many states have enacted laws that specifically address these types of violent crimes. In fact, ...
View MoreGetting convicted in Colorado can result in serious consequences, such as jail or prison time and a permanent criminal record. Fortunately, even if ...
View MoreFrom George Floyd to Ahmaud Arbery, racially violent acts caught on video have incited nationwide protests against police injustice and a broken ...
View MoreBumper stickers on vehicles are a simple way to make a statement, whether your child made the honor roll or you’re supporting your favorite football ...
View MoreFolks often, mistakenly, use the phrase “assault and battery” as a singular term to describe a violent criminal act. However, in Colorado, these two ...
View MoreIn Colorado, the law holds drivers responsible for any harm they cause in an accident, which means you could be charged with assault for crashing into ...
View MoreHalloween is a fun and spooky time for children and adults alike. The youth are looking forward to trick-or-treating all night, while their older ...
View MoreIn recent years, hate crimes—also known as bias-motivated crimes—have become more prevalent. According to a report by the Federal Bureau of ...
View MoreOn September 1, 2019, Colorado’s ban-the-box law will take effect, essentially removing job barriers for individuals with criminal records and giving ...
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