What You Need to Know as a Teen Driver The excitement of getting your license comes with dreams of freedom, driving around when and where you want with your friends, staying out late because your parents don’t have to pick you up, and heading out to the beach while chatting with your friends about what they are up to....
Continue ReadingCredit card fraud and identity theft aren’t the same offenses. Identity theft is when a person’s identity is stolen, whereas credit card fraud is when someone’s financial device, such as a credit or debit card, is used without their permission. Although many instances of credit card fraud are also considered identity theft, the latter is more involved and does...
Continue ReadingColorado’s theft law states that it is illegal to knowingly take a person’s property without their consent. Although many people know this applies to personal items, they might not be aware that it also applies to rental property, such as a car or furniture. If they do not return the item as agreed, they could be charged with an...
Continue ReadingIn recent years, the short-term rental market has increased. These types of listings can be found on sites such as AirBnB and VRBP, and allow property owners to make some side cash by charging fees for letting others stay in their homes. Although short-term rentals provide an extra source of income, if a person does not abide by rules...
Continue ReadingOne of the biggest questions that arises when it comes to deciding whether or not to legalize marijuana is how doing so will affect crime rates. Some policymakers argue that society would see a dip in drug-related offenses if the substance is no longer prohibited, as illegal drug distribution and trafficking would cease. However, others assert that making marijuana legal would...
Continue ReadingPeople use email to communicate back and forth with one another. Sometimes the messages contain links to interesting articles or sites that a person can visit for more information about a subject. Typically, the links are harmless, but some individuals will send malware that can do a great deal of damage to a person’s computer or network. The sender...
Continue ReadingColorado’s laws prohibit a person from driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. If the driver’s blood alcohol concentration was .08 or more, they could be charged with a DUI.Drinking in a car is generally not allowed in most states, as it is against the law to have any open container of alcohol in the passenger area of...
Continue ReadingIf you were charged with a criminal offense, you may be scheduled for various legal proceedings, including pre-trial readiness conferences, motions, and trials. Unless you have been excused, you are required to appear. However, because you have various other obligations, you might not be able to make it. If you do not show up and did not get an...
Continue ReadingThe Meaning Behind Your Restraining Order Restraining orders are issued by courts to protect a victim from suffering further abuse and harassment. During a restraining order hearing, you are entitled to certain rights. One of these rights is the ability to cross-examine evidence and witnesses, as well as to present your own evidence and witnesses to support your defense....
Continue ReadingWarning: Social Media Posts Are Forever No matter charges you are facing, there is always a risk of social media being brought into you case as evidence. Even if you have scoured your recent posts and deleted anything you thought could be used against you, deleted posts are still accessible by law enforcement. If you are facing criminal charges,...
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