Savannah, Georgia, has an interesting vibe on the streets of its historic district. People smile and laugh as they shop and walk around with plastic cups, or “to-go cups,” containing alcohol. After stopping at a restaurant for a bite and a drink, if you like, the establishment will give you a plastic cup to which…
Mail and wire fraud are serious offenses that carry significant legal consequences at both the federal and state levels. In Colorado, understanding these laws is crucial for individuals who may be charged with such crimes and for attorneys navigating this complex area of law. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of federal and state mail…
Recreational marijuana is legal within the state of Maine, as is true here in the State of Colorado. In 2016, Maine approved a referendum legalizing marijuana. Implementation was a work in progress for some time. The then- and current- (as of this writing) governor of Maine is a conservative man who has injected objections to…
Iceland’s unique position in Europe has impacted its legislation. Iceland is a member of the European Economic Area (EEA). Due to the EEA Agreement, the single market of the European Union (EU) is extended to Iceland. The EEA Agreement is based on the primary legislation of the EU. The Agreement incorporates hundreds of acts made…
Unlike the legal system of Colorado, in Italy, prosecutors are part of the judiciary. In Italy, the judiciary is said to be fully separated from other constitutional powers. Contrary to important principles in our justice system, in Italy there is a rule requiring all cases to be prosecuted. The Italian constitution does not permit prosecutorial…
The Republic of Ireland has the mar of discrimination and disenfranchisement in its history. Catholics and Protestants battled for power in the 1600s. In the 1640s and 1680s, Catholics won significant authority over Protestants, with political power returning to Protestants in the early 1690s. However, many Protestants were in fear of…
Masterson Hall law firm is embarking on a new project comparing the laws applicable in the State of Colorado to the laws applicable around the world. Of course, the laws written by the Colorado State Legislature, as interpreted by the Colorado Judiciary, apply in the State of Colorado. The Constitution of the United States also…
If you or someone you know is facing allegation of DUI, DWAI, DUI (drugs), or any other alcohol-related offense, there are some very important things to keep in mind, and attorneys at Masterson Hall, P.C. want to share these tips with you. First and foremost, pleading “guilty” is not the proper way to take responsibility. …
Victim Rights Attorney in Colorado THE PROPERLY-NAMED (BUT IGNORED) VICTIM: A person who is an actual victim, but who wishes and rights are ignored by police and prosecutors. Often a person is alleged to be a victim, and that person is in fact an actual victim; however, the police and prosecutors simply ignore such victim’s…
In the State of Colorado, domestic violence charges are routinely filed when an argument arises between two people and the police are called. Sometimes the people involved in the argument call the police; sometimes it is a third party (e.g., someone else in the residence, a neighbor, or someone nearby – as in the case…