According to a recent Colorado Supreme Court ruling, sentences of criminal defendants cannot include probation and prison time for the same case. That means that those whose sentences consist of a term of probation after time spent in prison have another chance at freedom. This ruling stunned criminal law attorneys in the Colorado judicial system, and the Office of Attorney General Phil Weiser was given a deadline to petition the court for a rehearing.
Criminal law: Colorado Supreme Court ruling may set hundreds free
Warning signs that you're sharing the road with a stoned driver
It can be quite annoying to have to deal with people giggling and reeking of marijuana at the movie theater or your favorite restaurant. When you are on the road, crossing paths with someone under the influence could be downright dangerous.
Suspected hit-and-run driver arrested after pedestrian's death
Authorities in Colorado are concerned about the number of fatal pedestrian accidents that have occurred in Aurora so far this year. Reportedly, at least eight pedestrians have lost their lives in traffic-related accidents in Aurora since January 2019. The latest fatality involved a hit-and-run driver who allegedly struck a 51-year-old woman on a recent Saturday morning.
The biggest type of distracted driving isn't what you think
If someone asked you what the most common type of distracted driving was, what would you say? Odds are you would simply hold up your smartphone. You know that drivers get distracted when they make calls, send texts, browse social media and much more. The phone is a very common distraction that gets a lot of press.
Embezzlement charges filed against former city official
Reportedly, an investigation was launched into the activities of a former city district manager in Colorado. The investigation ultimately led to the man's arrest and a court appearance on embezzlement charges. Court documents allege the man kept cash paid to him for water, instead of depositing those payments into the appropriate Metro District bank account.
Whiplash injuries can affect quality of life for several years
Many people involved in car accidents suffer from whiplash to some extent. Whiplash occurs when there is a sudden movement of the neck forward, backward or sideways. This sudden movement is usually caused by an external impact, and this is why it is so common after a car accident.
Skyrocketing funeral costs can lead to stress after tragedy
Funeral costs are on the rise, and this can be a huge source of stress if your loved one passes away unexpectedly. If you are the next of kin of someone who dies in a tragic accident, such as a fatal car wreck, paying for their final expenses is likely one of your priorities. Once you look at these costs, you might realize that they are more than you are prepared to cover.
Hit-and-run driver convicted, awaiting sentence
Almost a year ago, a 44-year-old man lost his life in Colorado. This followed an accident in which a hit-and-run driver ran him down in Colorado Springs on Oct. 31, 2018. That driver was recently found guilty of leaving the scene of an accident that involved death, and he will be sentenced on Nov. 20.
Slowing down during your commute could help keep you safe
Given the explosion in demand for Colorado real estate in recent years, many people found themselves priced out of urban or suburban homes. Quite a few professionals in the Englewood area now have to commute 30 minutes or more to work. Many people view that commute as lost time and will do anything in their power to minimize how much time they spend at the wheel.
