Understanding the Different Types of Restraining Orders in Colorado
April 26, 2024
While there are a number of specific offenses defined within Colorado sex crime laws, two of the most common offenses committed across this state are sexual assault and illegal sexual contact.
We want to focus on these two crimes today because they are not only some of the most common offenses prosecuted, they are also commonly mixed up.
Yes, sexual assault involves illegal sexual contact. However, Colorado law outlines it as a completely separate charge all on its own. Learn [...]
In January 2020, the Colorado Springs court sentenced a 40-year-old man to five years in prison for sexual exploitation of a child. Police arrested him in September 2019 and charged him with possessing child pornography and failing to register email accounts. He subsequently pled guilty to the charges. At the time, he was already serving a four-year sentence of intense, supervised probation relating to charges of downloading child porn just one year earlier.
Colorado laws are very strict regarding child [...]
The justice system is founded on the premise of rehabilitating offenders. Individuals are sentenced to punishments deemed to fit the crime.
Once a sentence is carried out, offenders are said to have paid their dues. Yet there are some crimes that continue to cause harm to ex-offenders long after their sentence is over. Sex crimes are one of them.
Unique because offenders may be sentenced to register on the sex offender registry, the handling has come under some controversy. The [...]
While awaiting trial on sex-trafficking charges, millionaire financier Jefferey Epstein is believed to have committed suicide in his jail cell at New York’s Metropolitan Correctional Center on August 10.
Epstein, aged 66, had been incarcerated since early July when he was arrested on charges of operating a sex trafficking ring of teenage girls – some as young as 14 years old. He allegedly sexually abused dozens of young girls in New York, Florida, and other locations.
Officials report Epstein committed [...]
Members of the Cherry Creek School District have read unsettling headlines in the past few weeks. A bus driver in the community was charged with internet luring of a child. The man is currently on administrative leave.
An undercover officer posing as a 14-year-old girl connected with the bus driver on the Whisper app. In addition to sending sexual messages to the supposed teenager, he agreed to pick her up from school and “see where it goes from there.” He [...]
Restraining orders play a crucial role in protecting individuals from harm and ensuring their safety in Colorado. These legal orders can provide necessary safeguards in situations involving domestic violence, harassment, stalking, or other forms of threatening behavior. Understanding the different types of restraining orders available in Colorado, their specific criteria, and implications is essential for both petitioners seeking protection and respondents facing allegations. This blog explores the various types of restraining orders in Colorado and the importance of seeking legal [...]
Animal cruelty is a serious offense that can have profound consequences for both the animals involved and the individuals responsible for their care. In Colorado, laws related to animal cruelty are in place to protect the welfare of animals and hold offenders accountable for their actions. Understanding the intricacies of Colorado’s animal cruelty laws, including definitions of abuse and neglect, potential penalties, and avenues for defense, is essential for both pet owners and members of the community. In this blog, [...]
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 [...]