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Fort Collins Disorderly Conduct Lawyer
Bar Fight Leaves Teacher with Disorderly Conduct Charges

In Fort Collins and Larimer County, Disorderly Conduct is charged when a person fights with another in a public place. It’s not uncommon for this crime to be charged after a bar fight. As long as both parties involved were fighting and there were no serious injuries, Disorderly Conduct charges will likely apply. A teacher was recently involved in a Continue Reading

Fort Collins Sex Offender Registration
How Does Registering as a Sex Offender Work in Larimer County?

When a person is convicted of a sex offense, they must register as a sex offender. If they live within the city limits of Fort Collins, then they will register with the Fort Collins Police Department and those outside the city limits register with the Larimer County Sheriff. Those required to register must go into the office of the law Continue Reading

Domestic Violence Mandatory Arrest in Fort Collins, Colorado – What a Mess

Mandatory arrest in a Domestic Violence case is Fort Collins, Colorado law.  However, the law is not equally enforced.  Our experience is that Fort Collins Police are 10 times more likely to arrest the man, than the woman.  Domestic Violence charges can result with spouses, dating couples, partners, former partners, or someone you’ve held hands with.  Prior sex is not Continue Reading

Theft Lawyer in Fort Collins and Larimer County
Neighbors Help Catch Porch Pirates

In Fort Collins and Larimer County, Theft is charged when a person takes something of value from another with the intent of never giving it back. Taking a package off someone’s porch is a perfect example of Theft. Recently, neighbors came together to catch some porch pirates after packages were going missing. According to the report, one neighbor watched someone Continue Reading

A Story of Criminal Mischief in Larimer County from a Fort Collins Lawyer | C.R.S. 18-4-501

Criminal Mischief – C.R.S. 18-4-501 is a serious and common offense, and can result in possible jail or prison time in Larimer County. This offense is also referred to as Property Damage, or Vandalism. This crime ranges anywhere from a class 2 misdemeanor to a class 3 felony in Fort Collins, Loveland and Estes Park. What is Criminal Mischief in Continue Reading