DUI offenses are common in Parker, Castle Rock, and Highlands Ranch. Going out with friends, watching the game at a buddy’s house, or traveling in the mountains can all lead to DUI charges if you choose to drive after drinking. Law enforcement is on the lookout for drunk drivers throughout Colorado and will not hesitate […]
Assault charges in Douglas County can result from situations where someone wrongfully injures another person. While these are non-serious injuries, ramifications for the accused can still be quite impactful. Additionally, if the victim is an at-risk adult, consequences escalate. Earlier this month, a Colorado woman was arrested on suspicion of third-degree assault of an at-risk […]
Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification is a crime that involves capturing intimate photos or videos of someone without consent. With the plethora of recording devices available to consumers, criminal charges are closer than one might think. A Colorado man was recently accused of placing a recording device in his home where he allows friends […]
Obstructing a peace officer is a misdemeanor offense in Douglas County, Colorado that involves interfering with officers performing their duties. Whether someone makes a verbal threat to harm police or attempts to stop an arrest, impactful criminal charges can result. Earlier this year, a police officer’s bodycam footage showed him accusing a resident of obstructing […]
Sexual exploitation of a child is an offense that includes creating, possessing, or distributing child pornography. Significant criminal charges can result from doing any of the above in Douglas County, Colorado that involves someone under the age of 18. A recent story in national news describes a situation where a 16-year-old girl was charged for […]
Theft in Douglas County, Colorado is a criminal charge that can result from intentionally stealing someone else’s property. Anytime the value of the items stolen reaches or exceeds $2,000, felony theft applies. As prices of things we use every day continues to rise, felony theft charges are closer than one might think. Local police are […]
Unlawful sexual contact is a crime that involves unwanted touching of someone’s intimate parts. Often including behaviors like groping and fondling without consent, this offense comes with particularly damaging consequences. A Colorado rideshare driver was recently found guilty of unlawful sexual contact after inappropriately touching a female passenger. Any accusation or charge such as this […]
Burglary in Douglas County, Colorado is a serious offense that involves entering and remaining on another’s property with the intent to commit a crime. Burglary charges exist in three different degrees, depending on the type of property entered and the conduct after entry. A suspect was arrested in Colorado earlier this week on charges of […]
Domestic violence is a frequent sentence enhancer that can apply to any criminal offense. It is often charged alongside stalking, assault, and menacing. A former NFL Superbowl MVP was arrested over the weekend on a domestic violence assault charge. Authorities responded to an alleged altercation between the former NFL quarterback and his wife at an […]
Leaving the scene of an accident (or hit and run) is a traffic offense in Douglas County, Colorado that can lead to especially significant consequences. Even in situations where injury doesn’t result, those facing an accusation or charge need to proceed cautiously. Local police are searching for a suspect in a hit and run case […]
