Author: Casey D. Kane

Are Snowball Fights Still Illegal in Colorado?

TLDR A 2018 effort by a 9-year-old overturned a Severance, CO snowball ban. Many Colorado towns still restrict snowball throwing, especially at people, vehicles, or property. Laws vary by location; some allow snowball fights under safe, non-destructive conditions, others prohibit them entirely. (Part III: Odd Laws in Colorado) In 2018, […]

DUI Classes in Colorado

TLDR DUI classes are mandatory in Colorado for most offenders. Level I: 12-hour course for minors with low BAC. Level II: 24 hours of education + 42–86 hours of therapy based on evaluation. Required for license reinstatement and focuses on substance risks and behavior change. Many people charged with a DUI are […]

Will Your Domestic Violence Case Be Dismissed if the Victim Doesn’t Come To Court?

TLDR Domestic violence cases in Colorado are not automatically dismissed if the victim doesn’t show up in court. Prosecutors can still proceed with the case using other evidence (e.g., 911 calls, medical records, witness testimony). Victim statements may be admissible under hearsay exceptions, allowing the case to move forward. It’s […]