Were you wrongly charged with false imprisonment in Colorado? It is a serious charge and you should get help from our criminal defense attorneys to pursue the best potential outcome in your case. What Is False Imprisonment in Colorado? Colorado false imprisonment laws, covered under CRS 18-3-303, define false imprisonment as knowingly confining … Continue reading
Among the legal consequences following a DUI charge are education and treatment. For many individuals, court-mandated drug or alcohol classes are an essential part of the journey to rehabilitation and avoiding further legal troubles. On this page, the legal team at Peakstone Law Group, LLC, formerly known as Patterson Weaver, LLC, provides an … Continue reading
A drunk driving charge can negatively affect employment and create challenges when you apply for future jobs. Your employer can fire you if you get charged with DUI in Colorado. Understanding your rights is crucial to prevent the potential fallout of a DUI on your criminal record. Can I Lose My Job After … Continue reading
A DUI conviction can pack some serious penalties that can reverberate throughout your life for many years to come. Given how severe such cases can be, it is crucial to hire a DUI attorney to fight on your behalf against these charges. If there are specific facts about your particular situation that could increase your … Continue reading
Being charged with a crime is an overwhelming experience that most of us never anticipate happening. To ensure your rights and future are protected, it is essential to know exactly what to do next, so you can be proactive in your defense. Continue reading to find out what you should do after being … Continue reading
The Many Problems of Criminal Mandatory Protection Orders in Colorado A mandatory protection order (sometimes referred to simply as an “MPO” or a restraining order) is court order against a defendant (restrained party) in a criminal case which requires them to not harass, molest, intimidate, retaliate against, or tamper with any witness or … Continue reading
Chances are that if you are attracted to this article title, it may be too late for it to make a difference to you. Deciding whether to do a blood alcohol test, a breath alcohol test, or to refuse a test altogether is usually only considered by people AFTER they have already made … Continue reading
What is a Mandatory Protection Order (MPO)? Under Colorado Revised Statute 18-1-1001, whenever an individual is charged with a crime in Colorado, the court orders a mandatory protection order (sometimes called a restraining order). This order goes into effect at the time the person is advised of their rights at their arraignment date. … Continue reading
If you have been accused of child abuse or neglect, you could be facing heart-breaking repercussions. Besides the stigma associated with a child abuse or neglect charge; child abuse charges can result in broad repercussions that can include probation, fines, various required classes and evaluations, and even jail. Moreover, when the Department of … Continue reading
But My Doctor Told Me to Take It!!! Recently my practice, Peakstone Law Group, LLC has seen an increase in calls from potential clients charged with Driving Under the Influence of prescribed medications. Apparently several local police agencies, including the Colorado Springs Police Department, the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, the Colorado State … Continue reading