Cybercrime (formerly known as Computer Crime) is charged in Fort Collins and Larimer County for many different types of offenses related to computer access and networks. A recent Colorado Cybercrime case is getting national attention after a man was arrested for illegally accessing a cryptocurrency company and taking millions of dollars. According to the report, the man found a bug Continue Reading
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Fort Collins Criminal Tampering Attorney What is Criminal Tampering in Colorado?
Criminal Tampering is a property related crime in Fort Collins and Larimer County. In order to understand the criminal charges of First Degree Criminal Tampering or Second Degree Criminal Tampering, you need to know how Colorado law defines the word ‘tamper.’ According to the Colorado statute, ‘tamper’ means: Basically, when it comes to property crimes, if you ruin, break, or Continue Reading
Fort Collins Incest Defense Attorney What is Incest and Aggravated Incest in Colorado?
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, there are two different crimes that a person can be charged with when accused of having sexual contact with a family member: Incest and Aggravated Incest. The level of charge depends on the relation and age of the other party. Let’s take a closer look at these two charges. Larimer County Incest Lawyer: Definition Continue Reading
Attorney for Burglary Charges in Fort Collins Bounty Hunters Facing Kidnapping and Burglary Charges
Burglary is charged in Fort Collins and Larimer County when a person unlawfully enters a location with the intent to commit another crime. Often, we associate Burglary with breaking into someone’s home and stealing. However, as you will see with today’s new story, any other crime (not just Theft) can apply to this criminal charge. Three bail bondsman were recently Continue Reading
Plea Bargain in Larimer County Court Ask a Fort Collins Criminal Defense Attorney
Plea bargains are a vital part of any criminal case in Fort Collins and Larimer County. Whether a defendant chooses to accept a plea bargain or not, it is a criminal defense attorney’s job to discuss a possible settlement of a case with the assigned district attorney. Usually this settlement includes pleading to a lesser charge or stipulating to certain Continue Reading
Sexual Assault on a Child Attorney in Fort Collins Man Charged for Having Underage Girlfriend
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, a person can be charged with Sexual Assault on a Child for having sexual contact with a child. A recent news article reported about a man calling police for help and ending up getting charged with a crime (not an uncommon occurrence). According to the report, the man had called police because his girlfriend Continue Reading
Fort Collins Prostitution Defense Attorney Arranging for Prostitution in Colorado
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, a person can face a Prostitution crime for playing ANY part in Prostitution. It is not just for those who are offering to provide a sex act for money and those who are willing to pay. A man was recently convicted and sentenced for his role in a massage parlor prostitution case. According to Continue Reading
Larimer County Weapons Crime Defense Attorney Men Lie About Drive-By Shooting
There are many different criminal charges related to weapons and firearms in Fort Collins and Larimer County. A man is facing at least one of the many weapons charges after he and other witnesses lied to police about a shooting. According to the report, police received a call about a shooting. When questioned, witnesses told the investigators that it was Continue Reading
Fort Collins Juvenile Criminal Defense Attorney Legislators Look into Raising Minimum Age for Charging a Juvenile
In Fort Collins and Larimer County, Colorado any child 10 years old or older can be charged with a criminal offense. However, lawmakers are considering whether a change to the minimum age is necessary and/or prudent. The current argument is that the minimum age a child should be charged with a crime should be raised to 13 years old. Considering Continue Reading
Third Degree Criminal Trespass Attorney Peeping Tom Gets Charged for Trespassing
Third Degree Criminal Trespass is charged in Fort Collins and Larimer County when a person is accused of illegally going into or staying in a place they are not allowed to be. A man was recently charged with this crime after a game camera caught him masturbating outside a bathroom window while a girl was taking a shower. According to Continue Reading