In Fort Collins and Larimer County, a person can be charged with False Imprisonment for confining another without their consent. But, what happens when the other person is a child? For some parents, disciplining a child is a difficult task. Sometimes taking away electronics or grounding is enough. What about when a child is physically Continue Reading
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First Degree Arson and Reckless Endangerment in Larimer County Man Charged for Setting Fire to Garage
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, Reckless Endangerment is often charged along with another crime. Sometimes, the underlying crime results in creating a risk of injury to others. That’s what happened with a recent Arson case. According to the report, a man was charged for setting fire to a garage that was detached from his Continue Reading
Fort Collins Juvenile Defense Attorney Juvenile Court in Larimer County, Colorado
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, Colorado any person 10 years old or older can face criminal charges. The crimes remain the same no matter the age of the person accused. What does change is the handling of the case. When a child (anyone under the age of 18) is accused of a crime, it Continue Reading
Motor Vehicle Theft Charges in Fort Collins New Motor Vehicle Theft Law in Colorado
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, prior to June 5, 2023 an allegation of someone stealing another’s car or truck was charged as Aggravated Motor Vehicle Theft. However, recently, the governor signed a new law modifying Motor Vehicle Theft. Now, going forward, there are three degrees of Motor Vehicle Theft – Motor Vehicle Theft in Continue Reading
Fort Collins Weapon Crimes Attorney New Law Regarding Ghost Gun – Unlawful Conduct Involving an Unserialized Firearm
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, there are many laws regarding firearms and weapons. A new bill was recently signed into law by our governor regarding Ghost Guns. A Ghost Gun is a gun that does not have a serial number. This would include guns that are 3D printed. Possession of these guns or gun Continue Reading
Juvenile Menacing Defense Attorney Teens Charged for Threatening with Rifles
Menacing is charged in Fort Collins and Larimer County when a person is accused of putting another person in fear of injury. Often, a weapon is directly involved in these types of cases. Three juveniles were recently charged with this crime after it was reported they used rifles to threaten another. According to the report, Continue Reading
What is the Difference Between Illegal Discharge of a Weapon Vs. Prohibited Use of a Weapon in Fort Collins, Colorado?
Discharging a firearm can result in an Illegal Discharge of a Firearm or Prohibited Use of a Weapon charge in Fort Collins and Larimer County depending on the circumstances. Let’s take a closer look at these two crimes and how they are charged in Colorado. Larimer County Illegal Discharge of a Firearm Attorney: Colorado Law Continue Reading
Fort Collins Criminal Defense Lawyer Memorial Day Boating Law and Offenses
Memorial Day usually marks the start of the boating season in Fort Collins and Larimer County. If you are someone who owns a boat, or enjoys boating, it’s important to know what laws are in place related to boating. Let’s look at some common offenses related to boating. Careless Driving of a Boat in Larimer Continue Reading
Fort Collins Attempt to Influence a Public Servant Attorney A Wild Revenge Plot Gone Wrong
Attempt to Influence a Public Servant is charged when someone is accused of lying to alter a public servant’s action. In what seems to a be a really wild revenge plot gone wrong, a woman is facing Attempt to Influence a Public Servant charges after she made a report that a Colorado councilwoman had inappropriate Continue Reading
Fort Collins 2nd Degree Assault Defense Attorney Drugging Someone is Charged as Assault in Colorado
In Fort Collins, Larimer County and across Colorado, there are many different actions that can be charged as Second Degree Assault. These actions include: With intent to cause bodily injury to someone, causing bodily injury with a deadly weapon; Causing bodily injury to a peace officer, firefighter, or EMS provider; Causing serious bodily to a Continue Reading