A public sculpture has been vandalized in Boulder, Colorado. Someone took a can of orange spray paint to it. When something is damaged or vandalized, the person responsible will be charged with Criminal Mischief – C.R.S. 18-4-501 in Jackson, Grand, or Larimer County. Let’s look closer at this law and how it is charged. What is Criminal Mischief in Larimer County? Continue Reading
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Animal Cruelty Charges in Ft. Collins: An Overview of the Crime
In today’s world, Cruelty to Animals – C.R.S. 18-9-202, is easily charged. In the past, animals weren’t on the same level as humans. For example, dogs were working animals on ranches, herding sheep or cattle. They were more useful and less of a pet than in modern times. While this isn’t necessarily a bad thing, it creates confusion when it Continue Reading
Threatening with a Watermelon? Menacing Charges in Ft. Collins and Loveland
You hear of people being threatened with knives, guns, or even fists. But, how often do you hear about being threatened with a watermelon? In today’s blog post, we’re going to discuss Menacing charges in Fort Collins, Loveland, and Estes Park. We’ll use an example I read today about a woman who felt threatened by a man carving a watermelon. Continue Reading
Fort Collins and Larimer County Driving Under Restraint (DUR) FAQ’s
If you have been charged for Driving Under Restraint (DUR) in Larimer, Jackson, or Boulder County, you probably have a lot of questions. We are here to answer them. As experienced criminal defense attorneys, we have a thorough understanding of the detailed laws related to driver’s licenses in Colorado. Today, we’ll answer your questions. [pullquote align=”center” textalign=”center” width=”100%”]Read our Driving Continue Reading
Legal Hot Potato in Larimer County Courts
Believe it or not, the District Attorneys, sheriff’s deputies, police, courts, and probation officers are great at the game of hot potato. In this legal form of hot potato, all these people work to shift the blame to another person before they get caught with a problem in Larimer, Boulder, and Jackson County. Let’s look closer at what I mean Continue Reading
Charged with Felony Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor in Larimer County Colorado
Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor – C.R.S. 18-6-701, is most commonly charged when an adult provides alcohol to minors. For an example, we’ll look at a recent case where minors were found to be in possession of alcohol which had been given to them by an adult. Last year in Colorado, a limo driver contacted the police after Continue Reading
Let’s Protect the Right to Bear Arms in Fort Collins
[pullquote align=”center” textalign=”center” width=”100%”]“You can’t pick and choose which types of freedom you want to defend. You must defend all of it or be against all of it.” – Scott Howard Phillips[/pullquote] Happy Independence Day! Here at the O’Malley Law Office, we’re extremely grateful for the freedom we enjoy in this country. We fight daily for the rights and freedoms Continue Reading
Facing Arson Charges in Larimer County? Why You Need an Attorney
If you are facing Arson charges in Larimer, Boulder, or Jackson County, it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney immediately. This is because Arson charges can result in a prison sentence and other life-changing consequences. Let’s take a look at a recent case in Fort Collins for an example. Fort Collins Man Accused of Arson Late last Continue Reading
Former Coach Faces Sexual Assault on a Child Charges
In recent news, a former Highlands Ranch teacher and basketball coach is facing multiple counts of Sexual Assault on a Child charges, as well as another sex offense against children. This happens all the time in Larimer, Boulder, and Jackson County these days. Whenever we read headlines blaring the latest scandal, it is wise to stop and realize that the Continue Reading
False Reporting Charges Likely after Fake Bomb Threats
A 22-year-old woman is likely to face False Reporting charges after a series of bomb threats at a university. The young woman reportedly called in bomb threats to avoid attending her college graduation. Why? Because her mother had been doling out thousands of dollars for her child’s education, and the young woman hadn’t been attending classes. Oops. This is common Continue Reading