Category Archives: Drug Crime

Can Drug Use (Legal or Not) or Second-hand smoke affect your parenting rights?

Absolutely, contact one of our lawyers and let us tell you how. When it comes to drugs, Colorado is often mistakenly assumed to be a very lenient state simply because of the recent strides towards legal marijuana sale and use in the state. However, this does not in any way indicate that Colorado as a whole is tolerant of illegal substances, drug use, possession, or distribution. This is even more pronounced when children are involved, as Colorado is extremely intolerant of situations where drugs are consumed or even present when children are nearby. This includes marijuana; many people assume marijuana... Read More

What Impacts the Penalties I May Face For Drug Crimes in Colorado?

Each case is unique and should be discussed with a defense lawyer, but a drug conviction can carry serious consequences for you. You may end up paying thousands of dollars in fines, spending time in prison, or facing a permanent criminal record if you are not able to successfully defend drug crime charges in Greeley. There are many factors that will influence the kind of penalties you’ll be facing in a case. These include whether there are other criminal charges associated with it, like illegal weapons possession. Additional charges can make the penalties more severe. Another factor is whether the... Read More

Is Illegal Search and Seizure a Drug Crime Defense?

Have you been arrested under an alleged drug charge in Greeley, Colorado? Regardless of the type of charge and allegations, you have rights under the U.S. Constitution. If those rights were violated, those circumstances may serve as grounds for your defense in court. This is why it is critical to contact a Greeley drug crime defense attorney to walk through the stages of your arrest and evidence collection. The Fourth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects you from illegal searches and seizure. Sadly, sometimes police officers are so motivated to obtain evidence or they are careless, leading to violations of... Read More