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Generally speaking, the overall crime rate on college campus has dropped substantially — except for one important area. Reports of sex crimes increased by an astounding 205% between 2001 and 2015.

This probably sounds terrifying – and it should. However, it is likely that the commission of sex crimes has not increased. Rather, what is probably happening is that more sex crimes are being reported as the stigma felt by victims has been lessened. Further, universities are under increased pressure [...]

Sex crime consequences are some of the most severe in the Colorado criminal statutes – and for good reason. Sex crimes have long-lasting psychological impacts on survivors, and are a threat to society.

To protect potential victims, convicted sex offenders must register in a national database, something that has a huge negative stigma, and restricts employment prospects, housing, and other freedoms. Additionally, you may have to spend time in prison, pay a costly fine, and more.

Because of this, it [...]

Recently, a Colorado man received the longest-ever sentence for human trafficking in U.S. history.

Brock Franklin, 31, was convicted on 30 violations that fall under Colorado’s Organized Crime Control Act, including numerous sex crimes. Several children and women provided testimony for the prosecution. The sentence reached 472 years because Franklin was a repeat offender, which allowed for sentence enhancements.

In the original indictment, six other offenders were involved. One man’s charges were dismissed. The other five men pleaded guilty to [...]