TLDR: As of March 2023, nunchucks and throwing stars are legal to possess in Colorado. The ban was lifted due to concerns about Second Amendment rights and inconsistent weapons laws. Before 2023, both weapons were illegal under Colorado law, with exceptions for martial arts schools. The change reflects growing acceptance […]
Author: Casey D. Kane
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, […]
TLDR It’s illegal to ride a horse while under the influence in Colorado — considered a DUI. In Denver, you cannot drive a black car on Sundays (an old myth not enforced). In Alamosa, throwing missiles (like snowballs or other objects) is banned. In Westminster, it’s illegal to allow dandelions […]
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 […]
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 […]