Colorado’s Stance on Cyberbullying: Legal Defenses
April 5, 2024
Everyone knows that Colorado has been a leader in the movement to legalize marijuana. After our state and Washington voted in favor of recreational marijuana use a few years ago, four more states followed suit in the November election. It is proof of what the polls have been saying for a while now – more and more people across the country are in favor of legalization.
So why is Colorado looking to pass laws that limit our ability to grow [...]
As one of the first states to legalize recreational marijuana, the country has been looking to Colorado to see what effect legalization would have on our crime rates, incarceration rates, and overall functioning as a state. Among the many studies and reports taken in the few short years since the legalization of marijuana, one in particular looks at the rate of violent crimes in Denver.
According to drugpolicy.org, Denver saw a 2.2% decrease in all violent crimes in the first [...]
The legalization of marijuana has brought a number of marijuana-related concerns to the forefront of public consciousness, and the United States has its eyes on Colorado with our little legal “experiment.”
Besides drug trafficking, one of the major concerns about legalizing marijuana is whether the number of drugged driving incidents will increase.
Well, the statistics for 2015 have come in and the number of marijuana DUIs has decreased…slightly. In 2014, there were 354 marijuana only citations issued, and only 347 [...]
If you’re a marijuana user, you’re probably pretty happy to be living in Colorado. It’s easy for you to make a trip to your local dispensary and enjoy a relaxing night. But just because recreational marijuana is legal, that doesn’t mean everything regarding marijuana is legal in our state.
There are still numerous ways that marijuana users can face drug crime charges for possession, sale, distribution, and cultivation of marijuana. So let’s look at four of those ways.
1. It’s [...]
If you are a recreational user of marijuana, legalization probably made you stand up and cheer. Finally you could stop hiding and feeling guilty about using marijuana. If you wanted to light up on the street, you could just do it.
Wrong.
With the legalization of recreational marijuana use under Amendment 64, you may be under the impression that marijuana laws are now obsolete in Colorado. This, however, is not the case.
While the recreational use of marijuana is allowed, [...]
Cyberbullying has become a growing concern in the digital age, particularly among adolescents and young adults. In Colorado, lawmakers have recognized the harmful effects of cyberbullying and have enacted laws to address this issue. Understanding Colorado’s stance on cyberbullying, the legal consequences involved, and strategies for defending against wrongful accusations is crucial for both individuals accused of cyberbullying and their legal representatives. In this blog, we will delve into Colorado’s laws regarding cyberbullying, explore potential legal consequences, and discuss effective [...]
Dealing with inaccuracies or discrepancies in criminal records can pose significant challenges for individuals in Denver, impacting their employment opportunities, housing options, and overall quality of life. Record sealing and expungement are legal processes that offer solutions to address these issues, but understanding the differences between the two is essential for making informed decisions. This blog’ll explore the distinctions between record sealing and expungement in Denver, offer practical advice and legal strategies for challenging erroneous information, and discuss the importance [...]
In the realm of criminal law, theft remains one of the most prevalent offenses across jurisdictions. In Colorado, like in many other states, the severity of theft charges and associated penalties can vary significantly based on the value of the stolen property. Understanding Colorado’s felony threshold is crucial for comprehending how theft crimes are prosecuted and penalized within the state.
Colorado’s Felony Threshold ExplainedLike many states, Colorado distinguishes between misdemeanor and felony theft based on the value of the [...]