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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Traffic Tickets for Colorado on
Q: Should I serve 5-6 years for speeding and drinking on probation at 19?

If I'm on probation and I get pulled over for drinking and driving while speeding in a residential area at the age of 19 do I have to go to prision for 5-6 years? Will I get parole and what are the chances of getting out early? And my passenger who is 19 as well have to go to Prision for 3-4 years?

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Q: My vehicle was stolen in Colorado and I need to know which law enforcement agency to report it to. (Details below)

- I am currently residing in Fort Collins (Larimer County) in a domestic violence safehouse

- My vehicle was stolen from Centeniel (Arapahoe County)

Which law enforcement agenciy do I file a stolen vehicle report?

Please let me know if to need any additional information to... View More

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Q: My vehicle was stolen in Colorado and I need to know which law enforcement agency to report it to. (Details below)

- I am currently residing in Fort Collins (Larimer County) in a domestic violence safehouse

- My vehicle was stolen from Centeniel (Arapahoe County)

Which law enforcement agenciy do I file a stolen vehicle report?

Please let me know if to need any additional information to answer my question.

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Federal Crimes and Personal Injury for Colorado on
Q: I was entrapped by an alleged Lyft driver on 02/13/2024. She assaulted me and I got terrified and traumatized.

I need a pro bono criminal defense attorney. Will file in federal court. Someone please help me? I'm a disabled senior.

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Q: Am I required to testify against my adult son on a misdemeanor charge of harassment?

I received a subpoena in the mail. My son is an untreated severely mentally ill person that we filed for a court ordered mental evaluation about 6 months ago. Nothing came of it but all records are with the court. I do not want to do this. I do not want to be physically in the courtroom with my... View More

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Q: Can a county court deny a criminal defendant council for trial based on a financial investigators determination?

my girlfriend has plead not guilty in a criminal case and was denied a public defender for trial. She works as a night stalker at a grocery store and they say she makes to much money and can afford an attorney which is laughable like the affidavit for warrantless arrest filed by a detective that... View More

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Q: How to get a parole hold off a parole individual that wrongfully been charged with a crime

The victim of the incident don't want to press charges and believes the cops made things up for the charges that are against the defendant

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Domestic Violence and Municipal Law for Colorado on
Q: This Thursday is the plea hearing of my offender. I don't agree with what they're offering. Do I have any say?

This is related to a DV case with my ex who is also the father of my children. It has been a long process and he has up the hearing on Thursday. Since our incident he has continued to pick up other cases and I don't feel that they are taking it seriously. I have expressed my concerns and to... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: Are you a convicted felon if never sentenced?

This concerns Trumps status

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Litigation for Colorado on
Q: when a check from the sale of cattle in a sale barn is deverted from the owners address to another, what is the penatly?

what is the range of jail time and fines?

Nelson Patrick Boyle
Nelson Patrick Boyle
answered on Dec 4, 2024

Your question is missing important facts, so an answer may not be possible. Some questions, the answers to which may help someone answer your questions. Do you mean diverted? How diverted? Was it just sent to the wrong address or was a different name on the check? How did the different address (or... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Civil Rights for Colorado on
Q: Can a cop search my phone if I was showing them a post? He did have my phone in his hands but that was to show him..

Cop came to my house due to a firearm report, I do not have any firearms but I did make a post with an airsoft gun. The cop came over, I explained everything and showed him the post but he couldn't see due to the privacy screen. I handed it to show him, and he starts going through my... View More

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answered on Oct 19, 2024

You have the right to privacy regarding your personal devices. Generally, police need a warrant to search your phone, especially your private photos and data. Without your consent or a valid warrant, accessing your camera roll can be considered a violation of your rights.

However, there are...
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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy, Criminal Law, Products Liability and Civil Litigation for Colorado on
Q: 85 member that is looking for pricing for a civil service. We are the old customer's of holy ground real estate

The builder matt sowash has filed chapter 7 , we as a group are wondering the process to sue for the money for the home..

John Cimino
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answered on Oct 8, 2024

First, it is unfortunate that people like this debtor rip consumers off. I had a sinilar case where the homebuilder stole my client's money and went to prison. Regarding Holy Ground, I doubt that your contract with Mr. Sowash included his personal guarantee. We need to check. Second, if he... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Medical Malpractice for Colorado on
Q: Is there a such thing as a probono lawyer?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Oct 14, 2024

A Colorado attorney could answer best, but your question remains open for a month. Yes, there is, but there are other common routes often followed in the categories you chose. The first category (1.) Criminal Law has public defenders, who could be assigned to a defendant by the government in lieu... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: Can I move for a new trial?

Bought a car. The seller then reports stolen after the sale.

I had all documents to prove ownership.

The seller had so many inconsistency with there story.

The jury some how found me guilty cause I didn't respond to threatening messages from the seller.

The... View More

Joel Hassell
Joel Hassell
answered on Sep 6, 2024

Please note that this is not my practice area, but time is important so I will toss out my brief analysis.

You may be able to request a new trial, but it's not guaranteed. In Colorado, you can file a motion for a new trial if you believe there were legal errors during your trial, like...
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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Criminal Law for Colorado on
Q: Issued a careless driving charge for car accident, want to represent my self and reduce charge. How?

Careless driving charge for car accident

Possibly due to seizure (First)

Seizure free for 6 moths

Court doesn't know about seizure yet

I am only one that was injured

Want to represent my self

Want to reduce and come our with clean or expunged record for the future

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Sep 9, 2024

A Colorado criminal defense attorney should advise here, but your question remains open for almost two weeks. I recommend considering a consult with a criminal defense attorney. It's likely that your question was missed because it was overlooked under the "Car Accidents" category.... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Traffic Tickets and Car Accidents for Colorado on
Q: I was involved with a road rage incident, I felt like I was in imminent danger, I drove around them and hit their door.

While driving in traffic, a driver brake checked me and parked their vehicle blocking any forward movement of my truck on the roadway. They exited driver side of their vehicle and proceeded verbally attack me. The driver began moving in aggressive mannerisms and and reaching into their vehicle. I... View More

Justie Dee Nicol
Justie Dee Nicol
answered on Sep 3, 2024

How lucky an officer was nearby! I would still file an accident report for insurance purposes. I would also let your insurance know what you indicated here: that you were in fear for your safety and drove away from an unsafe situation. They can determine culpability for the damages. You may also... View More

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Q: is it possible to have 10,000+ of interest removed by the judge i have fully paid off my restitution of 41,454.69

probation says i cant get off probation until the interest is also paid off. its been 12 years.

Justie Dee Nicol
Justie Dee Nicol
answered on Sep 3, 2024

Yes, you can petition the court for a modification of the interest amount. However, it will go a lot further if the PO is in agreement with a waiver of the case. C.R.S. 18-1. 3-202 provides that the court may grant probation upon such terms and conditions as it deems best, indicating the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: I have been under illegal surveillance for 19 months. I'm sure it's rural neuro transmitting. His name is Jeff S I belie

I was illegally targeted by an ex girlfriend

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answered on Sep 5, 2024

It sounds like you're going through a difficult and confusing time. Being under any kind of surveillance without your consent is a serious issue, and it's important to protect your rights and privacy. If you believe that someone is illegally monitoring you, it might be helpful to document... View More

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