Colorado Theft Laws: Penalties and Defense Strategies
July 1, 2025
Memorial Day is about remembering those who lost their lives while serving our country, but it’s also a time where we start celebrating the end of the school year and the beginning of summer. We get together with family and friends to relax, grill, and enjoy a couple of drinks over the long three-day weekend before we have to head back to work on Tuesday.
When we celebrate Memorial Day with a few drinks, though, it’s important to remember not [...]
If you are put on probation, you still have to display excellent behavior and stay out of trouble. Actions that are perfectly legal for anyone else may put you back in the courtroom – or possibly even jail.
Depending on the terms of your probation, one of those actions may be the seemingly innocuous decision to have a few drinks. Ty Lawson is learning this the hard way.
Back in 2015, when Lawson was still playing with the Denver Nuggets, [...]
How many drinks does it take before your blood alcohol content reaches .08 and you cannot legally drive? If you think you have a definite answer, chances are pretty good that you’re wrong.
Why? Because blood alcohol content (BAC) is determined by factors including the food in your stomach, your weight, sex, and how quickly you consumed the alcohol in question.
The only way to really prove a driver’s exact BAC is a breathalyzer test. That’s why breath and blood [...]
The 2017 Super Bowl certainly came with a lot of surprises, including one of the best comebacks in sports history. Hopefully, that was the only surprise you experienced on Super Bowl Sunday. However, if you were surprised when an officer pulled you over and arrested you for driving under the influence, you should know that it wasn’t just a random accident.
Police departments throughout Colorado tend to amp up their vigilance during holidays and events when people are more likely [...]
While most of us have been bundling up, putting out the appropriate decorations, and generally getting ready for the holidays, Colorado law enforcement has been gearing up for big DUI busts.
Why? Because as the holidays approach, the streets will become filled with more drunk drivers and, naturally, more drunk driving accidents.
Law enforcement hopes that by arresting more people, they will be able to prevent more drunk driving accidents. To that end, the Colorado State Police host a campaign [...]
In Colorado, you can be charged with theft even if you didn’t actually steal anything.
State law focuses on intent, not just action. Holding onto lost property, keeping something delivered by mistake, or even being misunderstood can lead to serious charges.
That’s why it’s crucial to understand how Colorado theft laws operate, what the actual penalties entail, and why consulting a Denver, CO criminal defense lawyer at the Law Office of Jacob Martinez as soon as possible could make a [...]
Carrying a concealed weapon is a serious responsibility—and in Colorado, the laws around it can be more complicated than they seem. If you carry a firearm or are thinking about getting a permit, it’s essential to understand your rights and obligations under state law. Because when things go wrong, they can go very wrong.
Even a simple mistake—like carrying in a restricted area or letting your permit lapse—can lead to criminal charges. That’s why knowing the law and calling a [...]
You might have heard police say, “You have the right to remain silent,” on TV or in movies. That’s part of what’s called Miranda rights. But these rights aren’t just for drama, they protect you in real life, especially if you’re questioned by police in Denver. Understanding and exercising these rights can make a big difference in your freedom and future.
If you find yourself in a situation where police are questioning you, it’s important to speak with a Denver [...]