FAQs

A: I was 18 and got a domestic violence misdemeanor 3. I served my time and got out but was never given any documentation stating I couldn’t own a gun anymore. I’ve gotten my life back on track and wanted to join the military for more structure and security with my life and family. And was wondering if I’m kinda just stuck with not being able to join the service or owning a gun or is there a way to get around that?

A: I was not thinking and walked out of the store with $280 worth of items and was caught by Target security. They told me they needed to check with the boss before seeing what would happen. After sitting in the room on a bench a cop showed up and gave me a ticket. Made sure I had the date and where to go. This is my first time ever in trouble with the cops. I hope I just get a fine or some plea bargain as I have a wife and kid at home. How worried should I be?

A: I was on a deferred sentence and I was Probation.I violated my probation by catching 2 Misdemeanor. I got arrested and got hit with a f-4 Kidnapping felony and a 3 degree assault And they both were from last year. I ended up getting a P.R bond being in jail for 55 days.Do I have any chance or what can I do so I don’t end up back in jail. I live in Colorado and just would like to see where I stand?

A: Will a state criminal background be used against someone if they committ a federal offence?

A: I was just at the wrong place at the wrong time. and got hit for trafficking drugs and organize crime. no drugs was found on me. but I have a past record. but I didn't really know these people. and all the discovery pack said about me is that I was there when the executed the search warrant and that they assume I was there to either buy drug or to front drugs to sale for my co-defendant or to sale for my own drug trafficking.

A: I was living in Colorado at the time of the DUI accident. My friend (20 years old at the time) was driving under the influence of alcohol that I (21 years old at the time) provided him. I am now living in Georgia but I got a subpoena to show up to Colorado court on Sept 28th as a witness in his case. I am afraid they will ask where the alcohol came from and I tell them I brought it for him. Will I be arrested for providing a person under the age with alcohol?

A: I had 3 fake IDs I was helping investigators and when I asked what could they assist me with everything changed. I was willing and was helping they then told me to call a federal lawyer I was confused because I didn't understand why, I know my wrongs and didn't keep anything from them I explained my life was going to be in jeopardy from helping and they played my safety down. I didn't know I had a warrant until my son was stopped using my vehicle I want to turn myself in because I want to take care of this but I'm afraid I will go to jail I have a 5yr old no family to take him and I was homeless up until 3weeks ago. I recorded conversations for the investigators, I gave information phone numbers etc

A: Hi my boyfriend was charged with a gun possession charge for a gun that wasn’t even in his possession.. but he was on parole so they violated him. Well they dismissed the gun charge and his violation hearing is tomorrow... will they still violate him? Too late to get attorney?

A: Yes, you and your attorney can appeal when a court rules against you if you believe that legal errors were made in the handling of your case. Before deciding to appeal the court’s decision, it is crucial to speak at length with your attorney to determine if the formal appeal process is a good and worthwhile use of your time and resources.

A: Most charges will remain on your record unless they are successfully sealed or expunged. Some charges are required to remain on your record for a set period of time or until after certain conditions have been met, and some charges can never be expunged or sealed.

A: Your ability to travel may be limited during your criminal case. The judge handling your case may place restrictions on your leaving the County, State, or Country. It is crucial to respect those restrictions, as violating them can result in a warrant being issued for your arrest and more legal complications to contend with.

A: Yes, you can go to jail for a DUI in Colorado, especially if you are facing a second or third offense or if your BAC is 0.20 or higher. To avoid possible jail time, it is critical to allow an experienced DUI defense attorney to contest the charges you face, ideally seeing those charges reduced or dropped.

A: “Probable cause” is the reasonable belief that it is more likely than not that a crime has been committed and that a specific person committed that crime. It is the legal standard required for an officer to arrest you for a suspected crime.