Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

Consequences of Sexting in Colorado

Cell phones have become not only ubiquitous, but their capabilities have outstripped anything their earliest users may have ever dreamed. This includes, of course, the ability to take and transmit high-quality videos and photographs instantly, with relative ease. Regardless, sexting in Colorado comes with its fair share of penalties.

Colorado Age of Consent Laws

Similarly to other states, when a minor is involved, age difference plays a major role in criminal charges. If you or a loved one have been accused of violating Colorado's age of consent laws, contact a Denver statutory rape defense attorney as soon as possible.

Defense Strategies That Can Help You Beat Colorado Sex Charges

If you have been accused of committing a sex crime in Colorado, you’re up against some serious consequences. To protect your freedom and future, it’s essential for you to craft the strongest possible defense strategy to fight back against your charges. In this post, we'll cover the penalties you might face as well as the most common types of defenses that can work to help your case.

What You Should Know about Child Pornography Charges in Colorado

Child pornography is on the rise – as are efforts by state and federal law enforcement to catch and prosecute child pornographers. A child pornography conviction is quite serious, usually punishable by many years in prison and mandatory sex offender registration, often for life. Here, we cover the laws surrounding child pornography in Colorado, as well as the consequences of a conviction.

Denver Sex Offender Registration

If you are arrested for a sex crime in Colorado, there are all kinds of potential consequences that are awaiting you. Prison time. High fines. Probation. Abandonment by neighbors, coworkers, people you thought were friends, and even family members. A criminal record that will follow you around for the rest of your life.

Perhaps the biggest consequence, however, is having to register as a sex offender. If this is part of your sentence, you will be subject to a whole host of frustrating requirements and limitations, such [..]