TL;DR You have the right to represent yourself in a criminal case, known as appearing pro se. Judges will hold you to the same standards as an attorney, with no special leniency. Legal procedures, rules, and terminology are complex and require specialized training. Lawyers bring experience, courtroom knowledge, and relationships […]
Author: Casey D. Kane
TL;DR Many so called weird Colorado laws online are myths or misinterpretations. Driving a black rental car on Sundays is legal, but car dealerships cannot operate on Sundays. Cities like Fountain and Pueblo enforce weed height limits on private property. Louisville allows limited poultry, including hens and some birds, but […]
TL;DR Colorado allows gun ownership for adults 18 and older, but background checks and permits are required for handguns. Certain people are prohibited from owning firearms, including felons, fugitives, and those under specific legal or mental health restrictions. Open carry is generally legal in Colorado but can be restricted by […]
While both medical and recreational cannabis is legal in Colorado, there are requirements to qualify for the ability to use them. There are also laws that govern what individuals are able to do while intoxicated by marijuana and marijuana-derived products. In the same way as intoxication through alcohol, prescription drugs, […]
It is easy to feel overwhelmed and intimidated if you have been charged with a crime. This is partly because of the terminology, which includes the type of offense you have been charged with. Understanding the nature of your charges can help you understand the potential penalties you face, which […]