Is it illegal to date someone 7 years older? I am recently 16 and theguy I like recently turned 23 too.

Colorado's age of consent is 15 unless the person you are bring intimate with is 10 or more years older than you. If that is the case - it is a...

I am in violation of the mandatory protective order. My husband demands i come home. If he doesn't tell, why can't I be home?

I am assuming from your question that you are charged with a crime that has been labeled domestic violence and are under a court order to have no...

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Attempt to commit aggravated motor vehicle theft.. Felony or misdemeanor?

If it was charged as attempted first degree aggravated motor vehicle theft - value under 20k - It would be a Felony Class 5 IF committed by an...

If they put the wrong court ( county instead of city) can they force me to sign new paperwork ?

An error on a ticket -( otherwise known as a summons) - means practically nothing in the long run. The DA can amend the charge at any time...

In Colorado - given the nature of the charge in this case - it is lawful for the probation officer to make home visits and - by accepting probation...

My dad has been charged with sexual assault n a child and it is not true, but how do I help prove that she was lying?

I think you mean he was "convicted" of sexual assault on a child. I join my colleague in telling you that a direct appeal of the verdict is the...

The questions requires more information - often the police will book and release persons under investigation - the only limitation to the...

Do you get probation for fist offense shoplifting? If so, is it supervised? Drug and alcohol testing?

Most the time - even in Jefferson County -you will be eligible for a diversion type program such as a deferred judgment . The great thing about...

What is the likelihood of jail with these charges? What are the possibilities? Thank you!

Just saw this question - I would add to Chris's answer that if you cannot afford counsel and do not qualify for a public defender and are forced to...

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Do you need a lawyer when getting probation revoked?

I practice juvenile criminal law in Colorado - If your son is on ISP probation - and there is Motion to Revoke probation - it is considered...