Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

June 18, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Assault/Battery

What is 2nd Degree Assault in Colorado?

Assault occurs any time one person causes bodily harm to another or even causes the other person to fear bodily harm. But not all assaults are equal. What do you know about 2nd degree assault in Colorado?

Colorado defines 2nd-degree assault as one person intentionally hurting another. However, 2nd-degree assault only involves non-serious injuries. More serious injuries could result in a first-degree assault charge. 

In this post, Denver attorney Jeff Weeden will explain second-degree assault charges as well as the possible penalties. We’ll also talk about potential [..]

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May 18, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Child Molestation | Sex Crimes

Online Solicitation Lawyer in Colorado

Is the state of Colorado charging you with online solicitation of a minor?

Online solicitation of a minor in Colorado falls under the state’s sexual exploitation laws. In turn, Colorado’s sexual exploitation laws are a subset of the state’s child pornography laws. These laws are some of the harshest in the country. Prosecutors and judges often pursue maximum penalties in these cases.

In this post, Denver sex crimes attorney Jeff Weeden will answer all your questions regarding sexual exploitation charges, as well as possible legal defenses. 

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April 24, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Theft Charges

Shoplifting in Colorado

Being accused of shoplifting in Colorado can be a frightening situation, but it can be much easier to navigate with the help of a Denver theft attorney from WeedenLaw.

For many, shoplifting can create immigration problems or problems with work, and so they look for an attorney to help them through the process.

How are Shoplifting Cases Prosecuted?

Shoplifting cases are prosecuted after a store presses charges on the offender. This doesn’t always occur immediately after leaving the store, though. Sometimes stores will wait to gather enough [..]

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April 7, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy | Sexual Assault Charges

False Sexual Assault Allegations: What To Do When You’ve Been Falsely Accused

False sexual assault allegations--believe it or not, these come around a lot more than the general public would like to believe. You’ve found yourself in this nightmare scenario, being on the wrong side of false sexual assault allegations. And, quite frankly, it’s a situation for which no one can adequately prepare. We’ll walk you through the steps of what to do when you’ve been falsely accused of sexual assault.
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April 22, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: COVID-19 | Criminal Defense Strategy

COVID-19 Issues in Criminal Defense Matters

Can a lawyer help during the COVID-19 environment, and how have things changed?

UPDATE as of May 7, 2020:

General Order 2020-8 continues all civil and criminal trials scheduled to commence now through July 6, 2020, subject to further order of the presiding judicial officer.

There is much I can do to help folks out, maybe more now than ever. The Criminal Justice system is in a very fluid place. Just two weeks ago, I had a Denver Police Officer screaming on the phone, threatening to “destroy” [..]

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