Fast Facts About Fentanyl in CO
Jan 12
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Fentanyl

Everywhere you go, it seems like you simply can’t get away from hearing about Fentanyl. This drug has caused significant problems in the United States and Colorado, and it’s hazardous if it’s not used correctly in a medical setting which is why it has led to an increase in deaths due to overdoses in the last several years.

Why is fentanyl so dangerous? It is essential to understand more about this drug and how it gets into the drug supply. [...]

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Can Drug Offenses Get Sealed in CO?
Jan 6
2023

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Expungement / Criminal Record Sealing

Even in states like Colorado that have decriminalized many drugs in specific amounts, drug convictions can haunt you for years.

Whenever anyone does a background check on you for a new job, housing, or even a loan, they will see convictions on your record, and you could lose opportunities long after you’ve served your debt to society. That’s why criminal record sealing exists in Colorado, but it’s essential to understand what types of convictions can be sealed and cannot.

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Will Mushrooms Soon Be Legal in CO?
Oct 11
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Magic Mushrooms

In the U.S., Colorado is a state that views controlled substances a little more liberally than others. It was one of the first states to make marijuana legal, which makes it a bit of a trailblazer when it comes to modern drug laws – and they keep progressing. In 2019, voters in Denver elected to pass a referendum that decriminalized the use of psilocybin for adults over the age of 21.

Next on the ballot for Colorado voters to decide [...]

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CO Aggravated Drug Crimes: What You Need to Know
Sep 5
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Aggravated Drug Crimes | Drug Crimes

Sometimes, those found guilty of drug felonies in Colorado can face longer sentences than they otherwise would.

Many felonies in our state can lead to mandatory sentencing. These crimes are called aggravated drug crimes. But what is aggravated drug crimes? What makes them worse than non-aggravated drug crimes? Read on to find out all you need to know.

Aggravated Drug Crimes in Denver

In our state, there are two ways that you can get an aggravated sentence for a drug [...]

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Distribution of Drugs in CO: What If You’re Arrested?
Aug 17
2022

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Drug Distribution | Drug Possession

Possession with the intent to distribute is a serious drug charge in Colorado, even with the state’s progress toward drug legalization and decriminalization.

It’s important for every citizen to understand not only what charges of possession with intent to distribute mean but also what steps to take when you’re arrested for this crime. Read on to find out all about this drug crime in Colorado and what you should do if you’re arrested.

What Is Possession with Intent to Distribute[...]
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