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Embezzlement charges are a big deal. Whether you are charged under Colorado or federal law, you could be facing prison time if convicted. And your career as an accountant, executive or other white-collar professional could be over. An embezzlement conviction on your...
Spring break is the time for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Still, if you're heading to the mountains for the week of skiing or boarding, it's essential to make sure you know what activities often land students and young adults in trouble here in the Centennial...
Law enforcement pulls over thousands and thousands of drivers each year. Most of these involve a moving violation or a warning because the driver was not following traffic law. Penalties include points off your license and perhaps an appearance in court for a...
Colorado has led the nation on the legalization of marijuana and mushrooms, but that doesn't mean that the state is lax on other drug laws, particularly opioids (Percocet and OxyContin), stimulants (Adderall) and benzodiazepines (Xanax). In fact, some may be surprised...
Whether they learned it in school or from watching police shows on television, most people have a basic understanding that there are constitutional protections against unreasonable search and seizure by law enforcement officers. However, if an officer proceeds to...
Domestic violence is an issue that crops in every community regardless of economic class. Often, the cases involve an escalation of emotions among those living under the same roof. While everyone should feel safe in their living space and among loved ones, the...
Running a small business involves a wide range of challenges. These include drumming up new business, working with vendors, remaining compliant with all applicable regulations, and managing day-to-day operations. Many owners do this with the help of employees. A...
Being charged with a DUI can have severe and long-term consequences here in Colorado. Convictions often involve fines, license loss, jail time, higher insurance premiums, and other penalties. These penalties can make it harder to maintain employment, qualify for...
Fraud refers to using intentional deception to gain something of value. It can involve false statements, dishonest conduct or misrepresentation. Depending on the nature of the fraudulent behavior and its consequences, fraud can be either a criminal law case or a civil...
Many have heard the term "white collar crime" but may not be sure what it means. Coined by sociologists Edwin Sutherland in 1939, the term applies to a wide range of financial crimes, including fraud, embezzlement, tax evasion, money laundering, insider trading, and...
