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10 months ago I used my parents credit card and they threatened to turn me into the police or pay them the money back. They have never shown proof of the charges or how much was actually spent on the credit card, and my mom was secretly using it as well. I can no longer pay the $600 payments they... View More 
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answered on Sep 30, 2024
The agreement you had with your parents is unenforceable at law even if you fully complied. If they go to the police, you will probably be charged with felony theft - credit card fraud - etc. Consult a local lawyer before you decide to "test" them. HMS
I went to court on a speeding ticket was arrested on two felony arrest only warrants bonded out on both and at the first appearance they dropped in sealed one of the cases without me even knowing anything about it
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answered on May 6, 2023
The only logical answer is they accidentally double filed the same case and corrected their mistake using the procedure you outlined.
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answered on Mar 7, 2021
The alleged victim almost never testifies at a Preliminary Hearing. The district attorney almost always calls one maybe two witnesses, usually the Detective who filed the case and one of the original responding police officers. The testimony consists primarily of a review of the investigation and... View More
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answered on Nov 28, 2020
The quick answer is no - depending on the case the judge will always give you an opportunity to locate and retain a lawyer or to apply for a public defender (free court appointed lawyer) if you qualify. Colorado judges are well known for their compassion and understanding and their patience,... View More
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answered on Nov 24, 2020
This is a question that is asked often - NEVER EVER EVER call the Detective back without consulting with a criminal defense lawyer. If the officer reaches you - tell him or her you want a lawyer and will have the lawyer call that officer back after you have had a consultation. Don't even ask... View More
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answered on Nov 23, 2020
I agree - if you intentionally reverse your names with the intent to fool law enforcement and to gain an advantage - e.g. escape a ticket - it could be charged as criminal impersonation. Tough to prove though on the part of the prosecutor so "probably" won't be filed. Other issues... View More
I believe the warrant is for not completing probation for a DUI.
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answered on Nov 17, 2020
The quick answer is yes.. It is my understanding that the DMV is hooked into the state warrant system and will deny driver's licenses and ID cards to individuals with existing warrants. Also, be careful - you could be arrested at the DMV if you personally appear and they learn of the existing... View More
I didn’t receive this court order until October 19 but it was ordered on October 08 and I went to the police station and the lady notified me I only had 14 days -and not one more day (which is how it states in the order) from the day it was signed but it was already the 23rd (a day late)
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answered on Oct 25, 2020
It does not matter. Given the effect of the Pandemic on the Colorado court system - the Judge will have no problem as long as they are done and filed with the court. Don't worry - this is very common. Best
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answered on Oct 5, 2020
The law in effect at the time of your alleged crime. There may - however - be an argument that if the law changed and is now more lenient - you should fall under the revised law. This issue is very fact-specific. Best H
Found an outstanding warrant for me in FL. He threatened to arrest me if we returned to the property. This left us homeless, immediately, literally, and we lost most of our possessions that were left after moving due to COVID. We are now destitute. Was this legal for this officer to do this to me?
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answered on Aug 27, 2020
I am very sorry for your situation but the short answer is yes - if the question is can the officer ran a criminal history on someone he legally contacts. If the warrant was out of state and a felony - he most likely would have arrested you and held you for extradition. Most often - when the... View More
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answered on Jul 12, 2020
Deferred Judgments and Sentence agreements are for exact periods of time. They are like contracts - the length of which all parties must agree. If you are seeking early termination of a DJ and S - the prosecuting attorney and the judge on the case must all agree to the change in the length of the... View More
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answered on Jul 12, 2020
Try this website for some of those things - www.cocourts.com
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answered on Jul 12, 2020
If the question is pursuant to Colorado law - the answer is yes. A 16 year old and a 19 year old can have consensual sex. Trying not to be an old fogie - but having said that - There are many other issues the law does not address - it might be something you want to carefully consider first for... View More
Also curious as to if its legal for my attorney to speak with the da about things I said to him in confidence and reasons as to why my paid attorney would be working against me?
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answered on Jun 13, 2020
The answer to the first question depends on whether the old cases are relevant and admissible at trial. In most instances the hurdles to admitting that kind of evidence are insurmountable.
As for the second question - if you tell your lawyer something you want kept confidential that... View More
after sentencing (public defender) lack of representation
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answered on Nov 26, 2019
It is possible to withdraw your plea but it is difficult and requires the filing of a motion and a hearing.
There are different legal standards if the motion precedes or follows sentencing.
They are complex standards and do not lend well to this kind of question answer format.... View More
In Colorado from my understanding we are not legally required to open the door if the police knock nor do we legally have to speak to them without a warrant. So how can they issue warrants for failing to do so, or at all until they speak with you? Shouldnt theu issue a summons for questioning... View More
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answered on Nov 11, 2019
You are conflating two different issues. Law enforcement has no obligation to question a suspect before requesting a warrant based upon evidence developed in an investigation.
Quite often the police will not question the target of that Investigstion for a variety of reasons and while you... View More
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answered on Oct 12, 2019
In my opinion yes. The traffic offense is called “defective vehicle” and it can be the basis for a traffic stop as a rear light cannot be broken.
i filed two restraining orders and got both granted however, now i have to go into court because the restrained people have a right to be heard. is there anyway that i could not be there for that? i suffer from major ptsd and i’m terrified of going to court and seeing both of the people there.
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answered on Aug 9, 2019
If you want the temporary restraining orders to be made permanent you must appear and present your case. If you do not the restraining orders will dissolve. They will be dismissed. There is no alternative. You must present your case and be subject to cross examination. I am sorry.
I have a deferred sentence and one of the conditions is no criminal violations. I recently got a penalty assessment for fishing without a license and have to pay $70. Will this effect my deferred sentence.
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answered on Jun 6, 2019
It should not. Technically a penalty assessment is a civil - not a criminal - offense. You should be - will be - fine.
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answered on May 12, 2019
None. The right to a speedy trial is not calculated at arrest. It is calculated after a plea of not guilty is entered at the first arraignment. It is six months after the plea of not guilty is entered.
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