Can Changing a Diaper Land You In Jail? In Arizona, a state never afraid of controversy, the answer seems to be yes. Jerry Charles Holle was recently charged and convicted in Arizona of sexual abuse of a minor, sexual conduct with a minor, and child molestation. He was accused of kissing and inappropriately touching his […]
Drones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) are an increasingly popular hobby for some people and they serve as a valuable tool for others; however, they are so new that regulation is evolving too. In fact, journalist Kjell Redal recently created a beautiful aerial video of Boulder but also got some flak for violating Boulder’s drone rules. While […]
This week, two men in Denver were indicted on 169 counts of operating a major Spice ring, here and across state lines. So what is Spice and why is it so dangerous? Spice is a drug composed of synthetic cannabinoids and it is unregulated; therefore, it can be purchased by anyone wherever it is sold, usually places […]
On a 70 degree day the inside of a parked car can get up to 95 degrees. During this especially hot Colorado summer, where temperatures outside regularly get to 95, the inside of a car can heat up to 115 degrees in just ten minutes; and despite popular belief, parking in the shade and cracking […]
On August 11, the DEA ruled to not reclassify marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a less restrictive class. What does this mean for states which have medical and/or legal marijuana? What are the Scheduling Categories? There are five scheduling categories for controlled substances in the United States. Schedule I is the most restrictive category. Schedule I drugs […]
After Al Jazeera ran a story late last year accusing several players of using HGH (human growth hormone) including Peyton Manning, there was a great deal of concern about how this would affect Manning’s legacy now that he is retired. But he participated in interviews with the NFL and was cleared. However, he was not the only […]
“We’re hiring. Get off that protest line and put an application in. We’ll put you in your neighborhood and we will help you resolve some of the problems you’re protesting about.” Chief David Brown, Dallas Police When Dallas police were struck down on July 7, one of Chief Brown’s many thoughtful responses included this call to serve. […]
On July 26 the Americans with Disabilities Act turns 26 years old. This civil rights act not only barred discrimination against those with disabilities but advanced services, accommodations and access across all public agencies. Are Prisons Complying with the ADA? A new report indicates that these advances are not being provided to inmates with disabilities and that those with […]
The Denver Post recently reported that applications for concealed carry permits have skyrocketed in Colorado this year. Some say this is a response to mass shootings, like the recent tragedies in Paris, San Bernardino, Colorado Springs and Orlando, others argue that this kind of increased access to weapons is part of the problem. Regardless of how you […]
Starting July 1st, Colorado will officially ban marijuana gummy bears. In fact, any infused candy in the shape of an animal, fruit or character will be banned. House Bill 16-1436 was signed by the governor and its intention is to prevent the candies from being too appealing to kids. In addition to the ban, later […]