Blog Posts in 2015

• Posted By Damascus Road Law Group 11-Aug-2015

  What Is the 'Three Strikes' Law in Colorado?

  Currently, Colorado is 1 of 28 states in the U.S. with a “three strikes” law. There are actually multiple statutes that impose increased penalties on people who have been previously convicted of two or more felonies. The prison sentences ...

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• Posted By Damascus Road Law Group 29-May-2015

  Deferred Judgments in Criminal Cases

  A deferred judgment is a “temporary plea” that allows the defendant to complete an agreement with the judge and district attorney in exchange for not having the conviction entered against them. Deferred judgments are covered in CRS § ...

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• Posted By Damascus Road Law Group 28-Apr-2015

  What Is the Difference Between Probation, Parole & Pardon?

  When it comes to determining the differences between probation, parole, and pardon, it is important to understand the unique roles of each term. First, probation and parole are much more similar to each other than pardon are. While both probation and ...

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• Posted By Damascus Road Law Group 3-Mar-2015

  Defense Against Drug Possession

  When you are slammed with drug possession charges, you could be feeling stressed over the upcoming legal proceedings and possible penalties. During this critical time, it is important to obtain strong representation from a Colorado Springs drug crime ...

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• Posted By Damascus Road Law Group 6-Feb-2015

  What Is "Plain View" Search & Seizure?

  One of the most significant rights outlined in the Constitution limits the authority of law enforcement and the government to make arrests, seize property, and search the person or possessions of someone accused of a crime. The purpose of this rule ...

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• Posted By Damascus Road Law Group 23-Jan-2015

  What Are the Best DUI Defense Strategies?

  When you have been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence, it may be easy to feel guilty. You are treated as though you have committed a crime before you are convicted by the court. Simply by being arrested, the Department of Motor ...

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