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1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Banking for Colorado on
Q: If someone wrote me a check and that person forgot to write the date, can I as a recipient write the date myself?

If someone wrote me a check and that person forgot to write the date, can I as a recipient write the date myself?

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answered on Apr 13, 2024

If the check writer forgot to date the check, it's generally not advisable for you as the recipient to fill in the date yourself. Here's why:

1. Legal issues: Writing in the date yourself could be considered altering the check, which is illegal in many jurisdictions.

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Q: I just received a summons for 18-4-506, 18-4-506 5(2), and 18-4503 (1)(a)(2).

April 1 I returned home from work approximately 3pm and my water was off. I checked meter and found a disconnect notice and locked Valve. I went to water company and paid past due plus $60 reconnect and was I formed it was too late to turn water on that day(3:30 pm). I have 3 daughters at home and... View More

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Q: I just received a summons for 18-4-506, 18-4-506 5(2), and 18-4503 (1)(a)(2).

April 1 I returned home from work approximately 3pm and my water was off. I checked meter and found a disconnect notice and locked Valve. I went to water company and paid past due plus $60 reconnect and was I formed it was too late to turn water on that day(3:30 pm). I have 3 daughters at home and... View More

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Q: So I was walking my bike home the other night and I get pulled over he had no reason to pull me over what can I do

Cop was unmarked excursion not in uniform and has me at gun point had no reason and gave me no reason for pulling me over in a restaurant parking lot. I had a warrant so I went to jail. But he made me leave all my stuff behind I came back when I got out and everything was gone

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: My husband served 10 yrs bop on a 10 yr sent fir possession of firearm & ammo by a felon and was on supervised release.

He violated his supervised release for hot uas then was arrested and let out to g ok to half way house. He left there without completing and got a state charge for possession of cont subst which he served a separate 1 yr sentence in doc. He now has to go before fed judge again. Will he be released... View More

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answered on Mar 28, 2024

In situations like your husband's, the outcome can vary widely depending on several factors. When someone on federal supervised release violates the terms of their release, the federal judge has a range of options. These can include extending the period of supervised release, imposing... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Juvenile Law and Sexual Harassment for Colorado on
Q: What ramifications could there be if a minor has taken/shared a pic of another minor's search history for porn?

There is a case where a minor took a picture of another minor's search history on their phone that shows embarrassing search keywords for porn and then distributed it to other minors to see. What are the possible legal ramifications for this minor and their parents?

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Employment Law, Tax Law and Workers' Compensation for Colorado on
Q: So I have been in a motel for a little over 3months I pay 90 a day so how much is taxes
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answered on Mar 18, 2024

If you've been staying in a motel for a little over three months at a rate of $90 per day, calculating the total amount spent before taxes is the first step. To find this, multiply the daily rate by the number of days you have stayed.

The tax rate applied to your motel stay can vary...
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0 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law and Child Custody for Colorado on
Q: My children were removed from my care for allegedly letting their medicaid lapse & stopped giving them their medication

I have a paper trail to prove I didn't I was compliant w my IOP no drug or alcohol violations, I asked for closure of my case after 6 month of no violations the social worker put a alcohol monitor was very lose I could fit my hand in its my UA'S that have proof from my scram bracelet my... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Consumer Law, Criminal Law and Collections for Colorado on
Q: An unmarked tow truck went through my neighbors property to get onto mine, my front gate is locked, is that legal?

This was for a repossession. The vehicle does not legally belong to me or my neighbor. The tow truck did not have permission from my neighbor.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Federal Crimes for Colorado on
Q: I was sentenced 48 months bop with a 36 month turnoff supervised release on a 941c. Possession of a firearm by a

Prohibited person. My guidelines were 36-42 months. So I got a upper variance. I sever 45 of the 48 months before going to ha halfway house on supervised release. I violated 20 days later and went back for another 3 months. I then was released and violated a 2nd time after 4 1/2 months. I then did... View More

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answered on Mar 13, 2024

In the situation you described, if you violate your supervised release conditions again, even without new charges, you can face additional consequences, including more prison time and/or an extension of your supervised release term.

When you violate supervised release, the court has the...
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Q: DA know they decided to charge my husband or not but he still sitting in there for $10,000 cash bond can I get surety

So Bryson’s been incarcerated since February 29 and we are waiting on a $10,000 cash bond to the jail. He’s been in a reluctant on getting phone calls every we’ve been getting any information on what’s going on the DA hasn’t decided whether they want to charge him or not, is there anyway... View More

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answered on Mar 8, 2024

Navigating the complexities of the legal system, especially in a situation involving bail and potential charges, can be incredibly challenging and stressful. In Colorado, as in many other states, the decision to grant bail and the type of bail set are typically at the discretion of the court. If... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Legal Malpractice for Colorado on
Q: Can a competency hearing be scheduled when a motion hasn't yet been filed? Also,should it be on public docket website?

Docket search is how I found out, my public defender asked for this hearing 8 days ago and it's scheduled for this week, 13 days before commencement of my trial. But when I asked what her concerns were, she told me yesterday she had not filed the motion for it yet, and didn't give a clear... View More

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answered on Mar 6, 2024

In the legal process, it is possible for a competency hearing to be scheduled before a formal motion is filed, especially if the court or your defense attorney anticipates the need for such a hearing. This may occur in instances where concerns about a defendant's ability to understand the... View More

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Q: What do the charges look like when I scratched a lottery ticket before paying for it.

They are trying to charge me for stealing up to $2,000 in lottery tickets when I paid for every single one. I scratched one before paying for it.

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answered on Mar 4, 2024

When you scratch a lottery ticket before paying for it, the store may view this action as an intent to steal, since lottery tickets are considered a form of currency and their value is not realized until after purchase. The charges you face could vary based on local laws and the specifics of the... View More

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Q: My public defender asked for a competency hearing a week before trial. I'm guessing because she's not prepared. Options?

She got upset because I refused to take a deal. I am 100% innocent, which was confirmed when the autopsy was finally given to her and I by my vet. His cause of death was euthanasia by HSPPR. And he had brain cancer that was causing his symptoms they claim I failed to seek vet care. Hearing is... View More

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answered on Mar 4, 2024

In this situation, it's important to communicate clearly and calmly with your public defender about the new evidence from the autopsy report that supports your innocence. Explain your position and the significance of this evidence in proving that the allegations against you are unfounded. This... View More

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Q: Warrant for failure to comply, by not completing community service. $1250 bail book/release, should I turn myself in?

I neglected my community service, and now have a warrant for failure to comply. I have been told I could be released immediately from jail if I post my own bail, and then be on the hook for the community service without needing to go back to court. Does this sound legitimate? Since my bail is so... View More

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answered on Mar 1, 2024

Turning yourself in for a warrant due to failure to comply with court-ordered community service in Colorado can be a responsible step towards resolving your legal issues. If you have a bail amount set at $1250 for book and release, it suggests that you can pay the bail and be released without... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law and Constitutional Law for Colorado on
Q: Left my firearm in brother in laws car who is over 21 what are the repercussions if he got pulled over?
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answered on Feb 24, 2024

If your brother-in-law is pulled over while in possession of your firearm, the repercussions can vary depending on local laws and circumstances. In some jurisdictions, it may be legal for an individual over 21 to possess a firearm belonging to someone else, as long as they are not prohibited from... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Government Contracts for Colorado on
Q: What do u do when a judge is asked 3 times to recuse themselves for strong conflict of interest when your suing the judg

Judge, in a higher court over the same case as the district court , and strong showing of bias, deprivation of constitutional and civil rights in a criminal case in the district court, and a sheer abuse of discretion and power while she’s allowing a malicious prosecution with prosecutorial... View More

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answered on Feb 24, 2024

When facing a situation where a judge has denied motions to recuse themselves despite a perceived conflict of interest, and your rights seem to be compromised, the next step involves escalating the issue within the legal system. You have the option to file an appeal against the judge's... View More

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