Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

August 6, 2019 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: DUI/DWI | Juvenile Crimes

What Happens When You Get an MIP in Colorado?

For a teenager, having a quick beer at a party may not seem like a big deal. When the police get involved, however, what seemed like just another party often leaves minors saddled with a MIP charge. Most find themselves wondering what happens next.

Though this can be scary and certainly nothing to laugh at, it also isn’t likely to ruin your life if handled quickly and efficiently, by a professional. Here’s what happens when you get an MIP in Colorado:

What is a MIP in Colorado?

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April 21, 2019 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Juvenile Crimes

What to Expect in Juvenile Court

How do you, as a parent, know what to expect in juvenile court? Is juvenile court even something you can mentally prepare yourself for? When your child is in legal trouble, you may not know what to expect. You probably know something about the adult criminal court system, which can be scary even for a seasoned defendant. But juvenile crimes are handled less rigidly than those of adults because the goal is not necessarily to punish a child but rather to guide them toward a productive life [..]

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September 6, 2018 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Juvenile Crimes

Colorado Juvenile Crimes: What Parents Should Look For

Regardless of your child’s upbringing, when they enter their teen years, sometimes that can mean trouble with the law if your child gets involved in the wrong type of activities. In this post, we’re going to list some of the most common crimes that juveniles get accused of committing, as well as how a qualified attorney can help if your child gets into trouble.

Most Common Juvenile Crimes in Colorado

Teens commit crimes for all sorts of reasons. Boredom. Peer pressure. Behavioral problems. Sometimes they may not [..]

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July 18, 2018 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Juvenile Crimes

My Child Just Got Charged: What Colorado Parents Need to Know

Everyone makes youthful mistakes, but some mistakes have more serious consequences than others. If your child has been arrested for a crime, you may be worried about the impact that their mistake could have on their future.

Most kids who end up in the Colorado court system for juvenile crimes are good kids that have made a bad choice or two. Colorado understands this, and allows kids to be given a second chance before they are strictly punished. If you’re a parent on the proactive end, look [..]

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May 14, 2018 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Drug Charges | Juvenile Crimes

Are Juvenile Drug Charges an Automatic Jail Sentence?

As the mother or father of a troubled teen, you likely want to make the best decisions for your child. When he or she faces arrest on juvenile drug charges, finding the right path to follow may be vital.

Rather than accept that your teen could potentially face jail time if convicted, you may wish to find legal routes that could potentially help you seek alternative action.

Denver Rehab for Juveniles

Did you know that juveniles now make up for almost half of the Colorado marijuana arrests? [..]

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