In recent news, a woman was charged with Manslaughter after a fatal crash. A text sent to her ex-boyfriend was a harbinger of doom – foretelling the sad event. Let's look at this incident, and learn more about Manslaughter charges in Denver, Arapahoe, and Broomfield County. Charged with Mansla...
When you hear someone is facing Manslaughter charges – C.R.S. 18-3-104, in Denver, Jefferson, or Douglas County, your first thought may be that they are a reckless person. This isn't always true. Manslaughter charges can be the result of an accident – and in most cases, this is true. In today's s...
Sometimes, criminal charges are the result of situations that got out of hand. Often, crimes can be unwittingly committed. I found a perfect but sad illustration of this when I read an article about a hazing gone wrong. It resulted in Manslaughter charges for multiple college students. Let's take...
Sometimes, our emotions can get the best of us. Life can be overwhelming, and when everything piles up, we all tend to make rash decisions. Unfortunately, sometimes those decisions result in criminal charges in Denver, Jefferson, and Broomfield County. I read a story the other day which perfectly...
The law is complex. If you or a loved one is facing Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification charges in Denver, Arapahoe, or Jefferson County, it can be difficult to get a good grasp on the charges you're facing and what they mean for your future. That's where we come in. The expert criminal ...
If you're not a lawyer, bondsman, police officer, or court employee, you likely don't know much about posting bail and posting bond at Arapahoe, Denver, and Douglas County jails. The criminal defense attorneys at O'Malley and Sawyer, LLC have 40 years of combined experience in the criminal justic...
In recent news, a man from Aspen has pleaded guilty to felony Stalking charges. According to the news, a couple called the police after finding two poems left on their porch. The poetry itself was relatively harmless, but the last two lines referenced “lacking time to spend with you,” which appar...
When you hear someone is facing Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust charges in Denver, Arapahoe, or Douglas County, the popular opinion is to believe that person is guilty right off the bat. Unfortunately, people don't know the law – they don't know just how easy it is to be c...
Last week, the Colorado State Patrol announced they would step up enforcement for the 4/20 weekend for people who are using marijuana and then getting into their cars. Let's take a look at how you could be charged and what you should do if you were arrested this past weekend. Driving High? You...
DUI checkpoints are fairly common in Denver, Arapahoe, and Jefferson County, and throughout the Front Range. Many consider these stops to be an infringement of personal freedoms and rights. One good question that is often asked is, “do I have to roll my window down at the checkpoint?” In order to...
Assault charges can be complex. There is a lot at stake in assault cases, so it is important to understand exactly what you are dealing with. It can be difficult to wade through all the legal jargon you find online. That's where we come in. In today's simplified law blog post, we're going to disc...
Who knew that sign language could be so dangerous? I recently read an article that surprised me; last week, a deaf man was arrested after he signed a dirty word to police officers during a confrontation. In this situation, the man obviously meant to sign the derogatory word, but could sign langua...
You read about it in the news almost daily – a young female teacher has been caught having a sexual relationship with a student. It is almost unbelievable how often these types of situations are discovered – even here in Denver, Arapahoe, and Douglas County schools. But, when you consider the hei...
1st Degree Assault charges are the most serious form of assault in Denver, Arapahoe, and El Paso County. The law is complex, however, and many people don't understand the charges they are facing, let alone how to defend themselves in the courtroom. That's where our simplified law blogs come in. T...
Sometimes, fights can get out of hand quickly. A few choice words of frustration can lead to a physical fight, which can result in serious Assault charges, even if you are acting in self defense. This happened just last week, when a teenager and a man got into an argument in El Paso County. Let's...
Some people just can't stay away from social media. Addiction to online platforms where we update people on the status of our lives doesn't often have an obvious impact on our well being. But, one burglar was arrested after sharing a bit too much – he posted his hiding place on SnapChat. Let's ta...
If you are facing First Degree Arson charges, you are likely overwhelmed by the information you hear. Criminal law is complex – it can be difficult to break through the legal jargon and get a good grasp on the charges you are facing in Denver, Arapahoe, or Jefferson County. In today's simplified ...
Our culture is obsessed with technology. While this isn't a negative thing in and of itself, it can lead to problems in other areas of life. We often do things we regret in order to protect what we most value. A perfect example of this is a story that hit the news last week: A 12-year-old girl al...
Recently, a story has been dominating the news here in Denver. A man suspected his wife was cheating on him, so he got drunk and burned the house to the ground. He is facing a slew of charges – one of which is Cruelty to Animals. Many people might find this odd, but when you understand how often ...
Illegal Discharge of a Firearm charges are serious – much more serious than they need to be. We hold this opinion because this crime is charged most often after an accident by responsible gun owners. If convicted, a person will be a felon and unable to ever possess a gun again. If you've been cha...
Most people don't realize just how many crimes they can be charged with for a single incident. For example, I read about a man from Loveland who is facing 9 different criminal charges for one night when he lost his temper. People are often charged with multiple crimes in Denver, Arapahoe, and El ...
As a criminal defense attorney with years of experience in Denver, Arapahoe, and Douglas County courts, I am often asked for my opinion on public defenders and what I think of their work. I have come into contact with many PDs in my career, and I can say without a doubt they are some of the most ...
When you hear someone is facing Possessing a Dangerous or Illegal Weapon charges in Denver, Arapahoe, or Adams County, you likely imagine they are a drug dealer or a gun runner who sells and deals in illegal weapons. Unfortunately, every day, good people are charged with this offense, because gun...
Imagine checking your bank account balance, and finding some unexpected cash. For one teen, this wasn't just a dream – he found $30,000 in his checking account he knew nothing about. Now, when this happens, there are two courses of action: 1). Alert the bank about the mistake, or 2). Spend ...
Afemale correctional officer who works at the Department of Corrections has been charged with multiple charges of Unlawful Sexual Contact. This is a highly unusually case, as female guards don't usually grope inmates in Denver, Jefferson, and Arapahoe County jails and prisons. Usually, these kind...
If you or a loved one is facing criminal charges in the Denver area, be smart, exercise your right to remain silent, and contact the top criminal defense lawyers at Sawyer Legal Group, LLC at 303-830-0880. Together, we can protect your future.
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