Domestic Violence Charges in Colorado: Your Guide
Apr 3
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

Crimes involving domestic violence are serious for everyone involved, but they can have a huge impact on the lives of those accused of this crime. Domestic violence laws in Colorado are strict and encompass a wide variety of conduct between those who have been or are currently in an intimate relationship.

Domestic violence happens more than many people may realize. The National Domestic Violence Hotline states that almost 10 million people are impacted by domestic violence in the United States [...]

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CO Crimes Commonly Caused by Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Feb 24
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence | Drug Crimes | Murder | Sex Crimes

Colorado creates consequences for those who break the laws in the state. While they may not excuse crimes, they do understand that there are often reasons behind why people commit criminal acts.

Many studies have shown that there is a connection between committing certain crimes and the use of drugs or alcohol. Additionally, many people with a drug or alcohol abuse disorder tend to commit certain crimes. You could say that there are definitely some crimes that are caused by [...]

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How Should You Respond to CO False Domestic Violence Allegations?
Feb 17
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

Domestic violence is a concern that is real in Colorado, with people calling for help in domestic violence situations daily.

The state of Colorado takes domestic violence very seriously, as well. Those convicted of it can face prison sentences along with other very serious legal consequences that can follow them around for the rest of their lives.

Unfortunately, some people use the tough domestic violence laws in Colorado for purposes other than real domestic violence charges. It’s not totally uncommon [...]

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Will Your CO Domestic Violence Charge Impact Your Custody Case?
Jan 16
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

There are several factors considered by courts when they decide which parent will have custody of a child. In some cases, domestic violence turns an already complex situation into one even more complicated.

Criminal records and pending domestic violence charges can make it difficult for a child custody case if you’re involved in one. Here’s what you need to know about child custody in Colorado and how a domestic violence charge can impact it.

Child Custody in Colorado

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How Colorado Handles Self-Defense in Domestic Violence Cases
Dec 1
2021

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence | Self Defense

Domestic violence is a serious offense in Colorado, and the laws clearly outline what the justice system considers domestic violence.

While the definition of domestic violence may be clear in the state, the idea that someone was defending themselves against the abuse of another isn’t as clear. It’s common in domestic violence cases for the party being accused of domestic violence to say they were only acting in self-defense. However, anyone claiming self-defense can only argue it successfully in court [...]

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