Who Qualifies For Community Corrections Programs?

Who Qualifies For Community Corrections Programs?

There are a number of different penalties that can be imposed on defendants besides incarceration. Some defendants are sentenced to participate in a community corrections program instead of being sent to jail or prison. But unfortunately, many defendants will not be...
What is Home Detention?

What is Home Detention?

It may seem farfetched to think that the court would allow someone who has been convicted of a crime to serve their sentence at home, but it’s true. Home detention, or house arrest, is an actual alternative sentence in Colorado. Here’s what you need to know about it:...
What Are Catastrophic Injuries?

What Are Catastrophic Injuries?

Some injuries are far more serious than others. A shallow cut is a minor injury that can often be treated at home, whereas a broken bone is a moderately serious injury that can take months to heal. The most serious injuries can be incredibly traumatic, which is why...
When Can You Be Charged With Defacing A Firearm?

When Can You Be Charged With Defacing A Firearm?

There are many different laws governing firearms in the state of Colorado. Most people know there are restrictions surrounding the purchase, sale, and use of firearms, but a lot of people are not familiar with the crime of defacing a firearm. What is Defacing a...