Greeley Law Blog

There's this cultural belief that just won't die about juvenile crimes being inconsequential. Thanks, in part, to pop culture stories that exaggerate the opportunities of record sealing and expungement, too many parents and teenagers seem to think crimes committed during high school are not a big concern. Sadly, allowing that inaccurate belief to guide your reaction to juvenile charges could end up having major consequences for your child in the future.

While Colorado does handle juvenile offenses in a manner that differs from adult crimes, the potential for ongoing issues related to a conviction or guilty plea exists. The courts may consider a number of options in working with your child, but you need to understand the seriousness of juvenile criminal charges to truly appreciate the options available to you.

You might have fought months to receive your much-deserved visitation rights. Now you have your children every other weekend. It's a dream come true for you and you want to make the most of your time with your kids.

If you're not sure what kinds of things to do with your children on your weekends together, peruse the following list. Add your own spin to the following activities, and both you and your kids are sure to have a blast.

When it comes to divorce, it is vital that you take steps to protect your finances. This is especially true if your husband has been the main breadwinner. When you file for divorce, you will not get your share of the divorce settlement immediately. It could take weeks or even months to properly divide your property in Fort Collins, which means that you need to make some preparations to ensure you have the money you need take care of yourself while the divorce is pending.

By making certain preparations, you can protect your finances and come out the other side of your divorce ready to start your new life. The following tips can help you take the necessary steps to get ready.

You and your friends have been planning a pub crawl through Greeley before the winter weather fully sets in. In order to stay safe and not risk a driving under the influence (DUI) charge or possibly even an accident, you have decided to make it a bike riding event. Unfortunately, in Colorado, you can get a DUI for riding a bike while intoxicated. And, in recent years, Denver and other cities have started taking a hard stand against cyclists riding their bikes while drunk.

Denver adjusted its stance on drinking and cycling after a vehicle was involved in a collision with an intoxicated cyclist. When the cyclist did not receive a DUI, the motorist filed a complaint. As a result, the police department started enforcing drunk driving laws as they apply to cyclists. Many advocates in Colorado, and in other states that enforce strict drinking and cycling laws, have claimed that the harsh treatment will cause more people to make the less safe choice of getting behind the wheel after drinking. Other people argue that increasing the focus on drunk cyclists is not an efficient nor effective way to use police resources.