Domestic violence, which is defined as violence, or the threat of violence, in an intimate relationship, is an act looked down upon by the court system. Since domestic violence can involve so many different acts, such as intimidation, control, or coercion, it’s easy...
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Can you file a premises liability suit for a dangerous stairway?
When most people think about premises liability, they usually envision someone slipping and falling in a parking lot or grocery store aisle. However, property-related injuries can occur in other ways as well. Stairs, for example, are often the scene of many serious...
You can still face harsh consequences involving marijuana
When lawmakers legalized the recreational use of marijuana, many Colorado residents believed that the new law meant they could do whatever they wanted with the drug. However, this is not the case. People in Colorado must still abide by the law when it comes to using...
Are nunchucks and throwing stars illegal in Colorado?
Martial arts enthusiasts often practice or train with nunchucks (also known as nunchakus) and throwing stars to hone their martial arts skills. Others enjoy working with nunchucks to improve their dexterity and eye/hand coordination. While these accessories can be fun...
When is a property owner responsible for crimes on the premises?
Perhaps you were coming out of your apartment and walking down to your car when someone mugged you in the parking lot. Maybe the basement bathrooms at a local nightclub had too many dark corners that led to a preventable sexual assault. While such criminal acts are...
Can you share your ex’s explicit pictures with others online?
There are clear limitations about what you can and should share on the internet. For example, racy photos or explicit videos will likely get taken down if you share them social media platforms. In fact, explicit content could be enough to get you permanently banned...
3 times you can fight the evidence against you in a criminal case
Prosecutors need evidence that will prove beyond a reasonable doubt that someone committed a criminal offense to secure a conviction. Reaching that standard isn't always easy. Police officers and investigators may need to spend months combing through digital evidence...
2 ways plastic straws could contribute to drug charges
Police officers trying to accuse you of some kind of drug offense may need to get pretty creative in their efforts. For example, they might go through your trash or the memes you post on social media to try to implicate you. Other times, they will use common items...
Speeding: A leading cause of crashes for a reason
Did you know that around a third of all crashes can be linked to speeding? This is because speeding makes it much less likely that a driver can stop or slow down fast enough if there is a hazard ahead of them. In 2019, the National Safety Council and National Highway...
How do manslaughter and murder charges compare?
If you've ever watched a crime drama on television, then you've likely seen where a defendant may face murder charges in some instances in which someone dies, while another defendant may be charged with manslaughter instead. You may wonder if they're essentially...
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