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Colorado DUI With a Child in the Car: Child Abuse?
- April 16, 2024
- DUI
Driving under the influence (DUI) is never a good idea. You are putting not only your life in danger but also the lives of everyone else on or near the road. One of the few things that can make this behavior worse is when you put the life of a child in danger by driving under the influence with a child in the car. This activity is considered so heinous that Colorado increases the penalties for people who are convicted of a DUI when a child is in the car. The conseque[ ... ]
Key Differences Between Assault and Self-Defense
- April 2, 2024
- Assault
Imagine the following two scenarios: In the first scenario, you walk into a bar, see someone you don’t like, intentionally spill some beer on them, and get into a brawl. In the second scenario, you walk into the same bar and see the same person you don’t like. However, instead of antagonizing them, you go to another table and mind your own business. They then come to you, push you, and start a brawl. In the first scenario, you are guilty of assault. In the second[ ... ]
What Is the Difference Between Robbery and Burglary?
- March 4, 2024
- Criminal Defense
The words “burglary” and “robbery” are often used interchangeably by the average person. However, these words are not interchangeable in legal jargon. A burglary and a robbery are legally different crimes and have different penalties. What is the difference between robbery and burglary, and how do these differences affect you if you are facing charges? The Definition of Robbery According to the[ ... ]
Defenses Against DUIs
- September 1, 2023
- DUI
Being charged with Driving Under the Influence (DUI) or Driving While Ability Impaired (DWAI) is stressful. You could face a driver’s license suspension, hefty fines, and even the possibility of jail time. But there is hope. Evidence in a DUI or DWAI case is often technical and highly complex. An experienced[ ... ]
Defense for Drug Trafficking Charges
- August 10, 2023
- Drug Crimes
Drug trafficking is one of the most serious drug crimes a person can face. A conviction for drug trafficking can result in significant penalties, including massive fines and a lengthy prison sentence. To defend yourself against drug trafficking charges, you need a skilled and experienced drug crime lawyer on your side. Colorado criminal defense attorney Kevin Cahill has a pro[ ... ]
Different Types of Fraud in Colorado
- June 30, 2023
- Fraud
Fraud is one of the most well-known white-collar crimes. But there are many types of fraud, all of which can lead to criminal charges and severe penalties. What Is Fraud? Fraud occurs when a person commits a wrongful act intended to create an unfair (usually monetary) benefit and cause har[ ... ]
Differences Between DWAI vs. DUI
Colorado is unique in that it recognizes two different criminal charges for drunk driving. The first and better-known criminal offense is Driving Under the Influence, or DUI. But Colorado also identifies a second, less-serious drunk driving offense called Driving While Ability Impaired, or DWAI. Even though the penalties for this second charge are somewhat less severe, it is still a serious crime with significant penalties. There are key differences between DWAI vs.[ ... ]
Medical Marijuana in Colorado
- September 13, 2022
- Marijuana
Many people wonder if medical marijuana is still relevant since the state of Colorado allows recreational use of the drug. Although the state's lawful two-ounce limit pertains to medical and non-medical users, many Colorado residents still apply for a medical marijuana card. This is because it is possible for cardholders to legally be able to carry more than two ounces on their person when it is proven that marijuana is medically necessary. What Should I Kno[ ... ]
Can An Improperly Conducted Field Sobriety Test Send Me To Jail?
- May 13, 2022
- DUI
Field sobriety tests (FST) are designed to validate legal intoxication in drivers suspected of drunk driving, which in most cases are administered by a trained officer. They are a group of three tests that assess balance, coordination, and the ability of the driver to divide his attention to more than one task while being tested. If the driver fails any of these tests, they will be asked to take a breath or chemical test to confirm their blood-alcohol level.[ ... ]
Medical Marijuana, Drug Testing, And Workers Comp
- May 13, 2022
- Marijuana
Most workplaces in the United States are drug and alcohol-free. Employers typically implement strict zero-tolerance policies and require future employees to submit to alcohol and drug tests upon being hired. Some even require a random drug test during their terms of employment. Marijuana While at Work The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment receives about 400 medical marijuana card applications per day. In most cases, even if you ha[ ... ]
