My Teenager Was Ticketed for Minor in Possession, Now What?

Uh oh… your teenager just got a minor in possession ticket. What happens now? That will largely depend on the details. These are a few of the consequences that might be felt by your driving and/or college age adolescent.   The State now treats underage marijuana and alcohol use similarly. And, although there are slight […]

Are Blood, Breath, and Urine Tests Reliable?

When a police officer believes you have been drinking and driving they have a number of tests they may give to determine blood alcohol content (BAC). We have already discussed why it’s a good idea to politely refuse sobriety tests. The next step in the process may be a blood, urine, or breath test. These tests […]

When Do Facebook Posts Become Criminal Behavior?

The Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case about free speech and social media. They will determine how sites like Facebook fit into the free speech debate in the digital age. More specifically, when threatening comments on social media sites become criminal behavior. Two federal courts have already ruled that it was unlawful of Anthony Elonis […]

Why Hiring a Private Investigator in a DUI Case is Only Elementary, Dear Watson

James Allbee is a private investigator with Littleton-based Metro Intelligence Agency; in this guest post, he draws on his years of experience to explain how a private eye can be incredibly advantageous in drunk or drugged-driving cases. A private investigator will help you exponentially in any case, but using one for a DUI or DWAI […]

6 Places You Can’t Smoke Pot—No Matter What You’ve Heard

That cheeky “holiday” that gives new meaning to the nickname “Mile High City” is finally here! With recreational marijuana now legal in Colorado, this year’s 4/20 festivities promise to be nothing short of epic. As your friendly Denver defense lawyers, however, we thought it wise to issue a reminder that while pot itself might be […]

4/20 Festivities in Colorado: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Marijuana Laws

In recent months, there has been much speculation surrounding whether Colorado would ease restrictions on the public consumption of marijuana during the state’s iconic 4/20 celebrations. Organizers of events like the 420 Rally in Civic Center Park and the Daze on the Green music festival were hopeful that officials would grant an exemption for public […]