Colorado Drug Diversion Programs: Avoiding Conviction Through Treatment
December 1, 2025
Many people in Colorado are given prescription medication to treat a variety of conditions. When you have a valid prescription for a medication, then that means you have the legal right to possess it in the state.
However, while you have the right to keep certain medications on your person as you go about your day, having a valid prescription doesn’t make it legal to share your medications with anyone else – even a friend or family member you’re simply [...]
Prescription drugs are very helpful for people suffering from chronic health issues or pain. Unfortunately, these medications can also be used by some for recreation, leading to addiction and abuse.
The opioid epidemic in this country rages on and on – and with it, prescription drug fraud. Prescription drug fraud is a serious drug charge that can lead to severe consequences. Read on to understand what it is and what penalties can be faced in Colorado if you are convicted [...]
The abuse of prescription drugs is an emerging epidemic that’s now recognized as a significant threat to public health. The death toll from prescription drug abuse is huge, and even includes a number of celebrities, like Prince, Tom Petty, and Anna Nicole Smith.
As the number of deaths from prescription drugs continues to rise sharply across the US, the federal government has commissioned various agencies to combat the prescription drug epidemic. Many states, including Colorado, augment the federal government’s efforts [...]
Colorado’s justice system has expanded treatment-focused alternatives for individuals charged with lower-level drug offenses. Many of these opportunities can reshape the direction of a case before it reaches a courtroom. Across Colorado, diversion initiatives differ by county and by the supervising court. Their common purpose is to provide structured support for people whose circumstances are tied to addiction or misuse.
For Denver residents, the Law Office of Jacob Martinez regularly helps clients pursue these options. A drug defense attorney can [...]
Mental health conditions can intersect with criminal justice in complex ways, requiring nuanced handling. In Denver, urban stressors can exacerbate these challenges, making it essential to understand how mental health affects criminal cases.
Consulting a Denver criminal defense lawyer at the Law Office of Jacob Martinez early ensures these factors are addressed properly, potentially leading to treatment-focused resolutions instead of punitive measures.
How Mental Health Influences Criminal BehaviorMental health disorders can shape behavior in ways that lead to criminal [...]
A confession is one of the most powerful pieces of evidence in any criminal case. Denver law enforcement officers are trained to use strategic questioning and behavioral tactics to elicit statements. While many interrogations follow lawful standards, some cross the line into coercion. Once a confession is recorded, prosecutors may rely heavily on it, regardless of whether the statement was obtained fairly or accurately reflects the truth.
At the Law Office of Jacob Martinez, our criminal defense team understands how [...]