Facing theft charges in Colorado can feel overwhelming. If you are reading this, it’s likely that you or someone you know is currently dealing with a theft charge. Understandably, you may be feeling confused, scared, and uncertain about the future. It’s important to remember that you are not alone. At this moment, having an experienced […]
Facing a drug charge in Colorado is a serious situation. You may feel overwhelmed, confused, or scared about what comes next. Whether it is your first time dealing with the criminal justice system or you have been through something similar before, the feelings of uncertainty are very real. You are probably asking yourself what your […]
Facing violent crime charges can be a terrifying and overwhelming experience. The uncertainty of what lies ahead, coupled with the potential consequences, often leads individuals to feel confused and anxious. If you are in this situation, it is crucial to understand that you do not have to face these charges alone. At Hebets & McCallin […]
In any encounter with law enforcement, understanding your rights is crucial to ensuring fair treatment and protection under the law. When it comes to police interviews, individuals possess certain rights designed to safeguard them from self-incrimination and uphold their constitutional protections. This article explores the rights you have during police interviews, emphasizing your right to […]
The criminal justice system is designed to uphold the principles of justice, fairness, and the protection of individual rights. At its core lies the presumption of innocence, a fundamental principle that asserts that an individual is considered innocent until proven guilty. However, the reality is that people charged with crimes are not always guilty, and […]
When someone has been injured in an accident, one of the ways they can seek compensation for their losses and injury is through submitting an insurance claim for damages. When reporting the incident to your insurance company or against the insurer of the at-fault person, you are likely to hear from an insurance adjuster. Knowing […]
This week the Supreme Court is hearing a set of cases to determine if you can ever give a juvenile a life sentence without the possibility for parole. In Graham v. Florida in 2010 the court ruled that juveniles who did not commit murder could not be sentenced to life without parole. In the current […]
Social media has created an explosion of new crimes, particularly on the beloved-by-teens Snapchat application. The app has become a hotbed of criminal activity because of users’ ability to communicate in secret. Messages “disappear” right after you send them. But since its inception, we are learning that there is almost always a digital footprint when […]
It is not uncommon for people who were convicted of a crime to live their life in a state of constant fear that someone will find out about their conviction. Fortunately, there may be a way out. Sealing your criminal record can help you move on with your life without the burden of worrying that […]
In 2020, there were 1,477 people who died of drug overdoses in Colorado, the highest number that’s ever been recorded in the state. These statistics, from the Colorado Health Department, shed light on a growing problem across the country of increasing overdose deaths. Lawmakers and those in the criminal justice system struggle to address this […]