3D Scene Reconstruction vs. The Police Report: How We Defend Denver Vehicular Assault Charges
July 21, 2026
Colorado’s stance on drug offenses has shifted over the years, with reforms aimed at prioritizing treatment over punishment for low-level possession charges. However, drug-related crimes still carry severe penalties, particularly for offenses involving intent to distribute or trafficking.
But, many potential defenses may be available, depending on the circumstances of your case. Was the search of your property lawful? Did the police mishandle evidence? Were you aware of the drugs found in your possession? These are just a few of [...]
In Colorado, marijuana possession laws can be complex and nuanced. While the state has legalized both medical and recreational use of cannabis, there are still specific regulations and restrictions in place. Whether you’re enjoying cannabis recreationally or using it for medical reasons, it’s important to stay within the limits of the law. And if you find yourself on the wrong side of these laws, having an attorney like Jacob E. Martinez on your side can make all the difference.
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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[...]Being convicted in certain circumstances of drug possession in Colorado can result in serious penalties. However, Colorado is one state that has looked to change its approach to drug crimes over the last few years.
The state has made marijuana legal and has decriminalized the possession of certain quantities of narcotics. So, if you find yourself in court facing a drug charge, things may not look as bleak as they once may have been. In fact, the state has been [...]
Marijuana has been legal in Colorado for over seven years, and the 2020 election shows that states are still following suit. That doesn’t mean that Coloradoans face no rules when it comes to handling the substance, though.
If you are involved in any sort of out-of-state marijuana distribution, you are likely to face more than one charge. Some of these charges will be drug charges, while others may involve money, weapons, or elements that appear to be completely unrelated to [...]
A police crash report can make a serious collision look settled before the defense has examined the evidence. It may assign fault, estimate speed, describe the point of impact, and frame the driver’s conduct as reckless or impaired. In a Denver vehicular assault case, those early conclusions can influence charging decisions, plea negotiations, and how prosecutors present the case.
The problem is that a police report is not proof. Officers often prepare crash reports based on witness statements, final vehicle [...]
Assault charges in Colorado can range from a misdemeanor accusation after a physical confrontation to a serious felony carrying years in prison. The difference usually depends on the alleged intent, the level of injury, whether a weapon was involved, and whether the alleged victim falls into a protected category under Colorado law.
That distinction matters immediately. A misdemeanor assault case may still carry jail time, fines, a permanent criminal record, and collateral consequences for employment, housing, licensing, and your reputation. [...]
A preliminary hearing in a felony case in Colorado is one of the earliest opportunities for the prosecution’s evidence to be tested before a judge. It happens after charges have been filed and the defendant has made an initial appearance, but before the case moves into trial court. The hearing is not about deciding guilt or innocence. Instead, the court is checking whether the prosecution has sufficient evidence to move the case forward.
In Colorado, this stage is often [...]