Colorado Computer Crime Penalties — How Serious Are They?
May 3
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Computer Crimes | Internet Crimes

If you wanted to fly under the radar and commit computer crimes, you’d think you wouldn’t use the crazy Wingdings font. However, that’s exactly what a Denver Sheriff Department Deputy did — and now he’s facing felony charges.

Back in December 2017, the deputy allegedly forged orders in order to get paid time off from work. The forgery went on for about a year, until a staff member noticed the use of the Wingdings font and other irregularities in the [...]

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How Connected are Substance Abuse and CO Domestic Violence Charges?
Apr 24
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Abuse | Domestic Assault | Domestic Violence

Substance abuse and domestic violence are both unfortunate realties of modern society. Both are common, affecting thousands of Coloradans annually.

In fact, many times these two problems occur together, as both domestic violence victims and perpetrators are often substance abusers.

So, what is the link between the two things?

The short answer is that it’s complicated. However, research has shown that substance abusers are more likely to become victims or perpetrators of domestic violence. Moreover, these two problems have many [...]

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Sexual Harassment: Does Colorado Consider It a Crime?
Apr 19
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Sexual Harassment

While the circus of another presidential election is underway once again, the #MeToo movement continues to inspire conversation and bring forward accusations against predatory men. One candidate is already under fire for his alleged misconduct toward women.

Surprisingly, it’s not the President (although he has repeatedly been accused of sexual misconduct and sexual assault). No, it’s Democratic candidate (and Former Vice President) Joe Biden who has been accused of inappropriate touching and sexual harassment.

As of this writing, two women [...]

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How Do Deferred Judgements Work in Colorado DUI Cases?
Apr 10
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: DUI | DWAI | DWI

Operating a motor vehicle in Colorado under the influence of, while impaired from, or with an excessive internal alcoholic content all fall under the umbrella of “Driving Under the Influence,” or DUI.

There are a number of penalties in place for violation of DUI law in our state, including the requirement to pay a fine, report to a probation officer, complete counseling, and perform community service. However, under certain circumstances you may be granted a deferred judgement.

What does this [...]

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Old Marijuana Convictions: CO Criminal Lawyers Pushing to Erase Them
Apr 10
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Expungement / Criminal Record Sealing | Marijuana

Last month, the city of Denver hosted its first free legal clinic designed to help Coloradans with old drug convictions to have their records expunged according to new legislation.

In 2017 (three years after Amendment 64 was passed, and one year after it went into effect), additional legislation was passed in an effort to offer some reparative justice to those previously convicted of low-level drug crimes that would be considered legal under current law.

If you currently have an old [...]

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