Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

August 26, 2024 Posted by: Jeff

Categories: Colorado Court System

What is Contempt of Court?

We know that Colorado courtrooms have strict rules and procedures, but what is contempt of court, and why does it carry such serious consequences?

Contempt of court occurs when someone disrespects the court’s authority or disobeys court orders. This can include failure to attend a court hearing, publicly commenting on a court case, or behaving in a way that disrupts courtroom proceedings. Colorado courts take these offenses very seriously and may impose penalties like fines or jail time for those found in contempt.

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August 13, 2024 Posted by: Jeff

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy

What Happens if You Violate a Restraining Order in Colorado?

Violating a restraining order in Colorado can have serious legal consequences, so it’s important to understand what you’re up against if you’re accused of such an offense. From potential jail time to fines and a mark on your criminal record, the stakes are high.

Seasoned Denver criminal defense lawyer Jeff Weeden is here to explain what happens if you violate a restraining order in Colorado and how he can help if you’ve been accused of this crime. If you’ve been charged with violating a protection order, call [..]

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July 15, 2024 Posted by: Jeff

Categories: Colorado Court System

Truancy Laws in Colorado

Under Colorado law, there are numerous compulsory school attendance laws designed to protect both parents and students from delinquency and abuse. Truancy laws in Colorado establish strict attendance requirements to ensure that children receive a proper education and are not neglected. The intent of these laws is to encourage regular school attendance and prevent physical patterns of absentness that could lead to more legal problems in the future, and violating them can lead to serious legal consequences. 

If Colorado truancy laws are broken, not only can parents [..]

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January 8, 2024 Posted by:

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy | Probation/Parole

Understanding Probation in Colorado

Navigating probation in Colorado can be overwhelming, but with the right legal guidance, it doesn’t have to be. At WeedenLaw, our team of Colorado criminal defense attorneys is dedicated to simplifying the probation process for our clients. Understanding your rights and obligations under Colorado’s probation system is crucial, whether you’re exploring probation as an alternative to incarceration or dealing with the repercussions of a probation violation. 

Our goal at WeedenLaw is to provide you with the knowledge and legal support necessary to effectively navigate Colorado criminal cases, [..]

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December 18, 2023 Posted by:

Categories: Traffic Offenses

Reckless Driving in Colorado Explained

In Colorado, reckless driving is a serious driving offense that can significantly impact your life. From hefty fines and the potential loss of your driver’s license to possible jail time, it’s important to take reckless driving charges seriously. 

At WeedenLaw, we understand the complexities of Colorado’s traffic laws. In this post, our criminal defense attorneys will cover key aspects of reckless driving, the potential consequences, and the strategies we use when fighting against reckless driving charges.

If you’re facing a reckless driving charge, contact the Denver criminal [..]

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