Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

Colorado Sex Offender Laws

Life after a sex offense conviction changes completely. Colorado sex offender laws can impact every part of a person’s daily routine, from where they can live to where they can work. The team at WeedenLaw works with people across Denver who are trying to understand what the law requires of them.

Without the right support, registration requirements, residency restrictions, and supervised release conditions can feel overwhelming. When convicted sex offenders try to handle these requirements alone, they often miss details that lead to new criminal charges. That [..]

Can You Go to Jail for Sending Pictures of Yourself in Colorado?

Can you go to jail for sending pictures of yourself in Colorado? In today’s digital age, sending sexually explicit images—also known as sexting—has become increasingly common. However, what many people don’t realize is that sharing explicit photos can sometimes lead to serious legal consequences. While certain cases of sexting between consenting adults remain private and lawful, others can violate state laws, potentially leading to criminal charges.

Depending on the situation, charges related to sexting could involve offenses like child pornography or revenge porn, both of which carry [..]

Is Having Sex in a Car Against the Law?

While there is no law that explicitly states that having sex in a car is illegal, there are still ways in which a person might receive criminal charges. For example, there are laws applicable to this situation that prohibit public lewdness. So while car sex is not technically against the law, if you get caught engaging in sexual activity in a car parked in a public place, you might still find yourself in legal trouble.

Just the thought of receiving sex crime charges is a terrifying thing, [..]

Differences Between Prostitution and Escort Services

Many people use the terms “escort service” and “prostitute” interchangeably. But are they really the same thing? Are they similar at all? What are the legal differences between prostitution and escort services?

Our experienced Colorado criminal defense attorneys at WeedenLaw are here to answer your questions and to outline the key differences between a prostitute and an escort.

What is an Escort?

An escort is any person or persons who, for profit, is available to the public for purposes of accompaniment or companionship. In a general sense, [..]