Challenging Inconsistent Testimony in Sex Crime Cases
March 7, 2024
Being charged with a sex crime in Colorado is serious, which means you need an experienced attorney to help guide you through all the turmoil that lies ahead for you in the court system.
Crimes involving sex can have severe repercussions on your life, so you must take them seriously, no matter the charge. A Colorado defense attorney can help represent you no matter the crime – and here are a few ways they can help you.
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Arguing for the legalization of prostitution would not seem to be a viable platform for a politician, and it’s hard to imagine such a thing happening within our lifetimes. However, more and more, it appears to be becoming a question of serious public and social debate.
Most recently, Amnesty International caught a lot of attention in late July when the human rights group released a draft proposal calling for the decriminalization of all “aspects of consensual sex work.” The Internet [...]
It came as a shock to the students and parents of Greeley Central High School when a teacher was arrested for soliciting and patronizing a prostitute. John Derek Haffner, a career and life choices teacher at the school, was one of eight men busted in a prostitution sting last month.
Haffner was hardly the type of individual you’d peg as a criminal. The 52-year-old teacher also worked as the student graduation interventionist, helping at-risk youth succeed in graduating. In addition, [...]
Sex crime cases often lack concrete physical evidence, relying heavily on witness testimony. This creates a crucial role for the defense in scrutinizing and potentially challenging the credibility of witness statements. Inconsistencies or outright contradictions within a witness’s account can raise significant doubt, potentially swaying the jury towards a “not guilty” verdict.
This blog post dives deeper into the complexities of challenging inconsistent testimony in sex crime cases, exploring cross-examination techniques, the role of expert witnesses, and successful defense strategies.[...]
Trespassing, a seemingly innocuous act, can lead to serious legal ramifications, especially in the state of Colorado. Whether you’re hiking in the Rockies or wandering through urban areas, knowing the ins and outs of trespassing laws is crucial to avoiding legal trouble.
This blog post delves into Colorado’s trespassing laws, exploring the different degrees of offenses and their potential consequences. Additionally, we’ll discuss the importance of building a strong defense with the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer.
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This blog aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of insider trading charges from a legal perspective, shedding light on what constitutes insider trading, defense strategies individuals can employ, recent legal developments, and the critical role of experienced criminal defense lawyers in [...]