Leaving the Scene of an Accident

Apr 19 2021

In Colorado, it is a crime for a person involved in an accident to leave the scene of the accident without reporting it to law enforcement. Penalties for leaving the scene of an accident/ hit & run (property damage/unoccupied vehicle) : Could include between 10-90 days in jail, and/or a fine of $150-$300. Penalties for leaving the scene of an accident/ hit & run (serious bodily injury): could include between 2-6 years in prison and/or a fine of $2000-$500000. Penalties for leaving the scene of an accident/ hit & run (resulting in death): could include between 4-12 years in prison…

DUI Laws in Colorado

Apr 19 2021

There are different crimes involved with impaired driving: 1. DUI. Driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or a combination of alcohol and drugs is known as “DUI.” 2. DWAI. Driving a vehicle while “ability impaired” by alcohol, drugs, or a combination of alcohol and drugs is referred to as “DWAI.” Penalties for a DWAI in Colorado: Could include up to 2- 180 days in jail + a fine of up to $500 + up to 48 hours of useful public service + 8 DMV points in your license. 3. DUI per se. Operating a vehicle with…

What is considered a misdemeanor crime in Colorado?

Apr 19 2021

In Colorado, a misdemeanor is a crime punishable by incarceration and sometimes a fine. A misdemeanor is considered a less serious crime than a felony, but more so than an infraction (usually does not involve jail time). Misdemeanors are classified into 3 levels: class 1, class 2 and class 3. The more severe misdemeanors are charged as class 1 misdemeanors. For example: drug, domestic violence, and some traffic cases could be charged as class 1 and class 2 misdemeanors (or could be left unclassified). The rest less aggravating type of offenses are charged as class 3 misdemeanors. Extraordinary Risk Some…

GLaw Defense nominated and accepted as 10 Best in Colorado

Apr 19 2021

The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys (AIOCLA), has recognized the exceptional work and performance of Colorado’s Criminal Defense Law Firm GLaw Defense for another consecutive year. AIOCLA nominated and accepted GLaw Defense as Two years Best Criminal Law Attorneys for Client Satisfaction. The American Institute of Criminal Law Attorneys is an impartial third-party attorney rating organization comprised of 13 divisions consisting of Bankruptcy, Criminal, DUI/DWI, Personal Injury, Family Law, Litigation, Lawsuits & Disputes, Immigration, Workers’ Compensation, Employment & Labor Law, Estate Planning, Military Law, Elder Law and Social Security & Disability Law Division. AIOCLA is an impartial third-party attorney…

Charged with Assault in Colorado?

Apr 19 2021

In Colorado Assault generally is defined as knowingly or recklessly causing bodily injury to another person. Battery (identified as “menacing” in some states) happens when a person knowingly causes a person to fear imminent serious bodily injury through threat or physical action. Assault is classified as follows: First-degree assault A person intentionally causes serious bodily injury, often by use or threat of use of a deadly weapon. It is often considered a crime of violence and it is a felony. Penalties for first-degree assault in Colorado: Could include up to 24 years in prison and fine of up to $750,000….

Charged with a Crime? Call GLaw Defense

Apr 19 2021

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