Is It True That Colorado Domestic Violence Increases in the Summer?
Jul 13
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

Summer is supposed to be the best time of year, but it turns out that this season can bring out the worst in some people. Colorado sees an uptick in violent crimes over the summer months each year — especially domestic violence.

A number of factors may contribute to this increase. Below, we’re going to review why domestic violence tends to increase over the summer months, and what you can do to protect yourself.

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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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What Factors Make Colorado Domestic Violence “Aggravated”?
Mar 1
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Assault | Domestic Violence

Domestic violence charges in Colorado hold an interesting position under the laws as written.

Although the acts that constitute domestic violence come with a number of civil and criminal consequences – many of them quite far-reaching – technically, there is no actual “charge” for domestic violence. Rather, it is considered an “enhancement” to other charges.

So, what does it mean when someone is charged with “aggravated” domestic violence?

For most charges, there are a list of factors deemed to be [...]

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Do False Allegations of Domestic Violence Really Happen in Colorado?
Jan 10
2019

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Criminal Defense | Domestic Violence

A recent report from the United Nations said that the most dangerous place for women to be was their homes – largely due to domestic partner violence. This doesn’t just apply to faraway countries, either. According to reports, one in three women in the United States has experienced some sort of intimate partner violence in their lifetimes.

Women, however, are not the only victims of domestic violence. Men’s rights groups throughout the country want to get the word out about [...]

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How an Alleged Victim May Be Able to Help with Your Colorado DV Charge
Nov 1
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Domestic Violence

Domestic violence cases are not always easy to prove. Outside witnesses or surveillance may not be present, the victim’s perspective of the incident may be skewed by their relationship to the abuser, and not all violence leaves physical scars or marks.

Often, these cases are left to a “he-said, she-said” account of the relationship and alleged violence. The victim of domestic violence may even be the one charged!

This puts a lot of pressure on the alleged victim. Their testimony [...]

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