Denver Record Sealing vs. Expungement: Which Is Right for You?
March 26, 2024
If you’ve been arrested for a DUI, you probably have many questions on your mind. This is understandable — getting caught driving under the influence, even for first-time offenders, can yield significant consequences.
Colorado is actually one of the toughest states in the nation for this offense. To help Coloradans facing a DUI charge, we answer a few of the most common questions we hear from our clients.
Remember that every DUI case is different, and that you should consult [...]
A DUI conviction is devastating. It can be life-altering in many ways. That said, if you are arrested for a DUI with a child passenger, you’ll face a whole new level of ramifications.
You are not only subject to severe criminal and civil penalties of an underlying DUI, (an average cost of $13,000). You will likely incur the separate, and potentially much more severe charge of a child abuse. Under Colorado child abuse law, driving drunk with a child in [...]
CODOT has tallied nearly 146k arrests since the inception of The Heat Is On, Colorado’s DUI enforcement period program. Three hundred and fifty of those arrests were made during New Year’s 2017 alone.
Needless to say, our state takes drinking and driving seriously, and so should you. If you’re reading this post, chances are good you still have time to plan this year’s celebration – and you haven’t finished planning until you’ve confirmed a safe and sober way home.[...]
As a responsible citizen, you are probably well aware of all the consequences associated with driving under the influence in Colorado. Not only does drinking and driving impair your ability to safely perform driving tasks such as steering and reacting to emergency situations, driving while intoxicated is highly illegal. Anyone who’s been arrested for a DUI before can assure you of the harshness of the legal consequences—there’s license suspension, heavy fines, and even jail time.
However, even if you know [...]
Following a DUI or DWI charge, it is not uncommon for a judge in Colorado to issue an order for an alcohol evaluation. An alcohol evaluation is one way for the court to determine whether or not your current rate of alcohol consumption makes you a risk to yourself or others and they are generally handled by treatment facilities, not police officers or legal personnel. Following an evaluation, the facility will present the results to the court, which will review [...]
Dealing with inaccuracies or discrepancies in criminal records can pose significant challenges for individuals in Denver, impacting their employment opportunities, housing options, and overall quality of life. Record sealing and expungement are legal processes that offer solutions to address these issues, but understanding the differences between the two is essential for making informed decisions. This blog’ll explore the distinctions between record sealing and expungement in Denver, offer practical advice and legal strategies for challenging erroneous information, and discuss the importance [...]
In the realm of criminal law, theft remains one of the most prevalent offenses across jurisdictions. In Colorado, like in many other states, the severity of theft charges and associated penalties can vary significantly based on the value of the stolen property. Understanding Colorado’s felony threshold is crucial for comprehending how theft crimes are prosecuted and penalized within the state.
Colorado’s Felony Threshold ExplainedLike many states, Colorado distinguishes between misdemeanor and felony theft based on the value of the [...]
In recent years, the issue of school-based arrests has garnered significant attention across the United States, shedding light on the complex intersection of education and the legal system. In Denver, Colorado, this issue presents unique challenges for students, educators, and the community at large. From navigating the juvenile justice system to safeguarding students’ rights, it’s essential to delve into the implications and considerations surrounding school-based arrests.
The Landscape of School-Based ArrestsSchool-based arrests refer to the apprehension of students by [...]