Challenging Inconsistent Testimony in Sex Crime Cases
March 7, 2024
Colorado sees a lot of car thefts in a year – and the numbers continue to climb.
This has led lawmakers to reconsider how car theft is penalized here. Currently, how much a car is worth will inform the penalty for the crime upon conviction.
However, lawmakers are now fighting to change the sentencing structure for this crime. They want to enhance the penalties related to car theft that don’t take the vehicle’s value into account. Their reasoning? This property [...]
Two car thieves could face increased charges for allegedly injuring a man who tried to stop them in the act. What happened?
A man was sitting outside his home in the Colorado Springs area when two individuals allegedly entered his garage to steal his vehicle. When the two individuals reportedly started to drive the vehicle away, the owner jumped on the back to try to stop the theft. He was dragged for a few hundred yards before falling off and [...]
Here’s a lesson you hopefully don’t need us to teach you: do not drive a stolen car to court after being accused of car theft.
Sounds obvious, right? Unfortunately, that’s exactly what a Connecticut man did earlier this month.
Jonathan Rivera, 25, was scheduled to appear in court on charges of first-degree larceny and tampering with a vehicle. He showed up for his court appearance in a 2014 Subaru Legacy.
When he arrived, parking authority agents scanned the license plates [...]
Sex crime cases often lack concrete physical evidence, relying heavily on witness testimony. This creates a crucial role for the defense in scrutinizing and potentially challenging the credibility of witness statements. Inconsistencies or outright contradictions within a witness’s account can raise significant doubt, potentially swaying the jury towards a “not guilty” verdict.
This blog post dives deeper into the complexities of challenging inconsistent testimony in sex crime cases, exploring cross-examination techniques, the role of expert witnesses, and successful defense strategies.[...]
Trespassing, a seemingly innocuous act, can lead to serious legal ramifications, especially in the state of Colorado. Whether you’re hiking in the Rockies or wandering through urban areas, knowing the ins and outs of trespassing laws is crucial to avoiding legal trouble.
This blog post delves into Colorado’s trespassing laws, exploring the different degrees of offenses and their potential consequences. Additionally, we’ll discuss the importance of building a strong defense with the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
What[...]Insider trading, a term often heard in financial circles and news headlines, carries significant legal implications. Colorado has seen its share of insider trading cases in recent years, prompting a closer examination of the legal framework surrounding such charges.
This blog aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of insider trading charges from a legal perspective, shedding light on what constitutes insider trading, defense strategies individuals can employ, recent legal developments, and the critical role of experienced criminal defense lawyers in [...]