Law enforcement officers can legally lie to suspects to get them to confess to a crime. They may tell them they have evidence they don’t have or that someone else turned on them, for example. However, when it’s a couple of 50-something detectives lying to a 16-year-old, it doesn’t seem right to many people. That…
After an arrest, defendants are typically given arraignment, which is their first appearance in court. At that point, the judge will go over the existing charges and ask you to enter a plea. What are your options? Although you’ve likely discussed the situation with your defense by this point, the ultimate decision lies on your…
Unlawfully entering someone’s home or business without permission can easily result in burglary charges (even if you didn’t steal anything), and that can end up with significant repercussions for your life. If you are charged with burglary in Colorado, understanding the potential penalties and defenses is a must. Potential penalties for Colorado burglary charges In…