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
It was just an argument. Maybe it got a little loud, but you never wanted to get the police involved. Or, maybe you called the police, but just with the hope of having them mediate the argument. You didn’t want them to take your boyfriend or girlfriend, husband or wife, to jail. But … Continue reading
Congratulations! Your case was dismissed! Maybe the prosecutor dismissed your case because you took some classes they wanted. Maybe the prosecutor didn’t have sufficient evidence to charge you, or if you were charged, to proceed with those charges. Maybe you went to trial and were acquitted. Whatever the reason—you’re done! Right? Well, not … Continue reading
Chances are that if you are attracted to this blog 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