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2 Answers | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Colorado on
Q: Is it required for a store in the mall to have multiple exits?

I work in a mall and my store only has one exit, the main doorway. After a recent emergency including an active shooter, I’m concerned about my coworkers and my own safety. This does not only put us in more danger during an active shooter situation, but also any fire emergencies.

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answered on Nov 18, 2023

The requirements for multiple exits in a store, including those in a mall, are governed by local building codes and fire safety regulations, which can vary by location. Generally, these codes require a certain number of exits based on the store's size, layout, and the maximum occupancy. This... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Is it ethical of a judge to allow a DF1 charge in Colorado to be added to an innocent defend it three days before their

Trial started, and the Added Charges worse than what they were going to trial for, and the consequences for the new charge were way worse than what they were going to trial for, The judge has testimony, sworn testimony from two officers that are the prosecution’s witnesses testifying that the... View More

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answered on Nov 16, 2023

In the U.S. legal system, the ethicality of a judge's decision to allow an additional charge close to the trial date can be complex and depends on various factors, including the nature of the new evidence, the procedural rules of the jurisdiction, and the specifics of the case.... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Is it ethical of a judge to allow a DF1 charge in Colorado to be added to an innocent defend it three days before their

Trial started, and the Added Charges worse than what they were going to trial for, and the consequences for the new charge were way worse than what they were going to trial for, The judge has testimony, sworn testimony from two officers that are the prosecution’s witnesses testifying that the... View More

Reid DeChant
Reid DeChant
answered on Nov 16, 2023

Where is your attorney during all of this?

If a DF1 charge was added, you can and should request a preliminary hearing. As you mentioned, a DF1 qualifies for a preliminary hearing. At that hearing, you or your attorney preferably, can argue there is no probable cause to allow such charge to...
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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Constitutional Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Juvenile Law for Colorado on
Q: An affidavit, demand letter or a motion/ complaint to give first notice of violation by government officials.

I have claims against a few officials but I don't know just how far or what type of legal counsel otlr who I tell my story in order to make sure it follows through all the way.

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

If you believe government officials have violated your rights, initiating legal action begins by documenting all relevant facts, evidence, and interactions. Depending on the nature of your claim, an affidavit, a demand letter, or filing a formal complaint might be appropriate. Before taking any... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Constitutional Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: police had a search warrant on my home for my grandson, and found other things not name in the warrant of my daughters

and began another investigation, into my daughters property while on the initial warrant to search for guns of my grandsons, they then invited the postmaster’s into my home, without my permission, and the postmaster came into my home without my permission, and observed items in my home without my... View More

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answered on Oct 15, 2023

Hi there! I understand your concerns about potential violations of your Fourth Amendment rights and the actions of law enforcement during the search of your home. In a situation like this, it's crucial to consult with an attorney who can assess the specific circumstances and advise you on the... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Can you help me find C.R.S. § 13-21-414. I have looked all over westlaw and google, nothing has turned up.

Looking for a Colorado Statute. Just to avoid any confusion.

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answered on Sep 28, 2023

Is it possible that you have the wrong statute number? In Westlaw and Lexis, you should be able to pull up Colorado Revised Statutes, and pull Title 13 Article 21 to determine if that specific statute exists. Pay specific attention to the numbers. Colorado, reserves spaces so it is possible to jump... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Contracts, Tax Law, Admiralty / Maritime and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: What motion to the courts would be filed to obtain financials of accounting, ledgers, tax ID, of cash only bond put up?

100k for one individual another 100k for another individual court bonds and 10grand for another cash only court bond for tax purposes

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answered on Sep 26, 2023

In Colorado, if you're looking to obtain financial records related to court bonds, such as accounting ledgers or tax ID information, you might consider filing a "Motion for Discovery" or "Motion to Compel Disclosure." These motions are generally used to request specific... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Municipal Law for Colorado on
Q: Our city has a community garden enclosed by a fence. Egress requires a key. Is this permissible?

EDITED: Thank you for the reply. However, the question is not about be excluded from entering, it’s about being blocked from exiting.

City residents can rent a plot for gardening. Each gardener is given a key. The community garden is enclosed with a fence with 2 gates. The gates lock... View More

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answered on Jun 22, 2023

If it is city property then they may have a right to exclude people from their property. It depends on why you are asking, which city, is it open to the public, and so on.

If they are excluding you because of something like race or gender then it could be a big problem. But if is because...
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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Is there a law of how many kids can live in a 2 bedroom house with their two parents?

I have been made aware of a family (step mom and a dad) who have two boys 6 & 4 and a 1 year old girl expecting a new baby boy in a few months who live in a two bedroom 1 bathroom house with multiple dogs as well.

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Apr 14, 2023

Under what is known as the “2+1” standard, it is considered housing discrimination to adopt an occupancy limit on a dwelling that is less than two persons per bedroom plus one person per unit. So, for a two-bedroom apartment, any limit that is less than five people runs afoul of federal... View More

Q: Can someone please help me understand what exactly happened with this case, with the paperwork I have from a 2008 case?

I have the documents from the dates and filings of the entire case I just can't understand exactly what happened with all the abbreviations and legal terms I'm looking for someone to help me understand it

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Oct 2, 2023

This is a question and answer forum. You should schedule a consultation with an attorney in or near the county where the case in question was and bring the case documents with you for an explanation. If the documents are not too voluminous, you should be able to get your questions as to... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: i've been called for jury duty in summit county, co, but i moved 2 months ago to another county. do i still have to go?

i no longer live in summit county. I moved to jefferson county 2 months ago. do i still have to do jury duty?

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answered on Aug 26, 2022

You may wish to reach out to the contact person listed on the jury duty notice. They may just dismiss you. If no one is listed, you should be able to look up the contact person on the court's website.

But if you are unable to get ahold of anyone then show up and let the staff know....
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1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Questions Regarding Pregnancy Accommodations and FMLA in Colorado State?

I am wondering if it would be possible to get input from one of your attorneys in regards to an employment situation that I have recently found myself in.

I am currently 6.5 months pregnant, and have been granted an accommodation since January, during my first trimester, when I started to... View More

Kyle Anderson
Kyle Anderson
answered on Apr 28, 2021

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, people with disabilities (including pregnancy and related side effects) are permitted to request reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform their jobs while honoring their restrictions. However, the accommodation must be reasonable, and... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Communications Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: Do I need to be on call to testify in court if I never received a subpoena in Colorado?

I was involved in an armed gas station robbery in 2019. DA called me Feb. of this year and admitted they were sending everything to the wrong person with my same name despite having my police report and information. They said the lead investigator would call me in March. Never did. I finally called... View More

Brian K. McHugh
Brian K. McHugh
answered on Apr 13, 2021

If you have not been personally served with a subpoena you have no legal obligation to appear. However, I assume you are important witness since, as you say, you were "involved in an armed gas station robbery." Unless you were a participant, you might want to give some thought to... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: what are the ramifications of appointing a Town Administrator as Town Clerk and Town Treasurer also.
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 28, 2020

It depends on their roles. It could be a conflict of interest, or it could be nothing. In the hypothetical, if the responsibilities of one position required minimizing town expenditures, and the responsibilities of the other position involved justifying new furniture for a school, one could say the... View More

2 Answers | Asked in Immigration Law and Gov & Administrative Law for Colorado on
Q: I have a permanent green card, I was approved for Public Housing. Would that count against me for citizenship ?

Would that hurt me or count against me when applying for naturalization.

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answered on Mar 11, 2020

It shouldn't prevent you from obtaining citizenship, though often times there is a great deal of subjectivity.

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Tax Law for Colorado on
Q: Can Colorado State take my federal tax refund for an offset

That I might owe Colorado student loan or court cost I'm not getting a Colorado refund but I'm getting a federal refund can can Colorado take my federal refund

D. Mathew Blackburn
D. Mathew Blackburn
answered on Apr 20, 2019

Yes. It'll depend on who exactly you owe and what stage the collections activity is at but they can intercept at a certain point.

I would suggest proactively resolving the matter prior to an intercept.

1 Answer | Asked in Criminal Law, Civil Rights, Gov & Administrative Law and Legal Malpractice for Colorado on
Q: I was decieved, lured in, driven to an unknown location, held,questioned, and left there. What should I do?
Brian K. McHugh
Brian K. McHugh
answered on Apr 10, 2019

Not enough information provided. For starters, who did these things to you?

2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Gov & Administrative Law and Personal Injury for Colorado on
Q: Can a person be banned from a public space by an informal administrative order?

I have been "banned" from a public library for violating "policies" until I meet certain conditions.

This was decided by a hearing in absentia conducted by the library administration not a hearing officer.

I have been threatened with arrest for trespassing if I... View More

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jan 23, 2019

Assuming the library owns its building they can decide who to admit. You can contact the Colorado Civil Liberties Union but I don't see that they couldn't, especially if you appeared to violate their rules for conduct or use of materials.

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1 Answer | Asked in Gov & Administrative Law and Immigration Law for Colorado on
Q: I am a united states citizen and my boyfriend is from El Salvador. we are having a baby. Is Marriage the only solution?

We have been together for 2 years now, he has court in May what can be done to help him get a green card or any way for him to stay in the United States. besides Marriage what else can be done?

Carl Shusterman
Carl Shusterman
answered on Apr 30, 2018

Marriage is generally the easiest and fastest way to get a green card. Others get green cards through employment, investment, asylum, etc. He should meet with an immigration attorney to go over his alternatives.

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