Two People Dead following Fatal Accident in Pueblo
PUEBLO, Colo. (KRDO) — A fatal crash in Pueblo early Thursday morning has resulted in two fatalities and left two others hospitalized. Police shut down a three-block section of Pueblo Boulevard, between O’Neal Avenue and Vinewood Lane, shortly after 5 a.m. Authorities say the incident involved a single vehicle. An SUV was discovered on its […]
2 Thornton police officers shot in Orchard Farms neighborhood north of Denver, suspect deceased
Two Thornton police officers were shot in the Orchard Farms neighborhood, just north of Denver, on Wednesday morning. The suspect was later found deceased inside a home. Police responded to a residence on Columbine Street, in the 16000 block, after reports of gunfire around 8 a.m. Officers advised the public to avoid the area near […]
Colorado Police Search for Driver Who Intentionally Hit Pedestrian After Being Told to Slow Down
Thornton police are searching for a suspect involved in intentionally striking a pedestrian earlier this month. The incident occurred around 7:35 p.m. on September 13 in the 12600 block of York Street, near Eastlake Montessori School. According to investigators, the pedestrian yelled at the driver of a 1997 black Honda Civic to slow down as […]
Driver Arrested in Fatal Crash near Denver’s City Park
A 50-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of fleeing the scene of a fatal accident near City Park, as reported by the Denver Police Department. Officers responded to a two-vehicle collision at East 18th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard on the night of September 8. One driver sustained serious injuries and was taken to the […]
The Impact of Colorado’s Felony DUI Law: An In-Depth Analysis
In August 2015, Colorado took a significant step in combating drunk driving by enacting a law that made a person’s fourth DUI conviction a felony. The move aimed to increase penalties for repeat offenders and align the state with others that already had felony DUI laws. Over a year has passed since the law’s implementation, […]
When Should I Consider Taking a Plea Bargain in My DUI Case?
A plea bargain, a negotiation between a criminal defendant and a prosecutor, involves the defendant pleading guilty in exchange for a reduced sentence. The determination to accept a plea bargain ultimately lies with the defendant, and individuals confronting DUI charges should thoroughly contemplate this decision. Several factors are crucial in determining whether a plea bargain […]
DEA Contemplates Marijuana Rescheduling: Potential Impact on Legal Landscape
Marijuana’s status as a Schedule 1 drug at the federal level has long been a subject of debate and contention. While some states have moved towards legalization for both medical and recreational use, the federal government still classifies marijuana alongside substances like heroin. However, there may be a glimmer of hope for change on the […]
The Push to Lower Legal BAC Limit to .05: How It Affects DUI Cases
Annually, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) unveils its Most Wanted list, outlining the top 10 recommendations to enhance transportation safety across the United States. While many of these recommendations revolve around commercial trucking and preventing alcohol and drug use among commercial truck drivers, one proposal stands out for all drivers – lowering the legal […]
The Evolution of Colorado’s Marijuana Legalization: Addressing Challenges and Proposed Solutions in 2016
The legalization of marijuana in Colorado has been a groundbreaking experiment that has raised numerous questions and challenges. As one of the first states to allow recreational marijuana use, Colorado embarked on a journey with limited data and faced unforeseen consequences. Now, after several years of legalization, lawmakers are actively seeking solutions to address these […]
Navigating the DUI Court Process: What to Expect
Facing DUI charges can be an intimidating experience, especially if you’ve never been in a courtroom or dealt with legal proceedings before. To alleviate some of the anxiety and uncertainty surrounding the DUI court process, we’ll take you through an example based on the journey of John Everyman, a recent University of Denver graduate who […]