Theft and other property crimes have financial consequences for the victim. Theft could involve someone slipping a package of batteries in their pocket at a store, or it might involve someone stealing thousands of dollars in personal property from a single individual. Obviously, Colorado can’t treat every theft crime like the same kind of offense. …
You do have a right to defend yourself in Colorado. If someone attacks you in a bar fight, for instance, or tries to break into your house, you can do what you must to keep yourself safe. You are also allowed to use force if you’re defending others, such as your loved ones who are…
Most driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in Colorado are misdemeanors. While they can result in jail time and the loss of your driver’s license, most people arrested for DUI aren’t dealing with a felony charge. Still, there are two different situations in which a DUI arrest could result in a felony charge instead of…