What Makes a Colorado Crime Violent?
Mar 26
2021

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Violent Crimes

In Colorado, several types of offenses are seen as violent crimes under the law. For violent crime charges in the state, you may receive very harsh penalties that include mandatory sentencing and steep fines.

It’s important to understand what is considered a violent crime in Colorado and what types of penalties come with a guilty verdict. Here’s what you need to know.

Types of Violent Crimes in Colorado

What is considered violent crime in Colorado? The most common acts include:[...]

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Colorado’s Enhancement Policies on Violent Crime Penalties
Sep 30
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Enhancements | Violent Crimes

When you commit a crime in Colorado, state and federal guidelines establish a sentence for the offense. The guidelines used in sentencing specify a range of penalties that a judge can hand down to you after a conviction. For instance, a Class 2 felony conviction can result in between 8 and 24 years in prison.

However, if you are found guilty of what Colorado considers a violent crime, then you can face more serious penalties. That’s because, under Colorado law, [...]

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As Violent Crimes Increase, Denver Commits to Crack Down
Mar 27
2020

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Violent Crimes

According to news reports, 2019 was a deadly year for many in Colorado. In fact, 63 people were killed by homicide in Denver last year, the most since 2004.

As violent crimes in Denver increase, so do the penalties for committing such crimes. Here is what you need to know about crimes of violence and the mandatory minimums for such offenses in Colorado.

What are Crimes of Violence under Colorado Law?

In Colorado, crimes of violence are crimes that carry [...]

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The Line between Property Crimes and Violent Crimes in CO
Nov 14
2018

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Property Crimes | Violent Crimes

Property crimes consist of a broad range of offenses that involve the theft, destruction, or damage to property. Property crimes range in severity from low-level misdemeanors to quite serious felonies that can be punishable by decades behind bars.

Crimes against property are charged based on the property damaged or stolen, and with the exception of robbery, do not typically involve a show or threat of force against someone. However, property crimes can quickly turn violent, even if the defendant’s original [...]

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Violent Crimes Have Decreased in Colorado since Legalization
Aug 8
2016

Posted by: Jacob E. Martinez

Category: Drug Crimes | Marijuana | Violent Crimes

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 [...]

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