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Understanding Domestic Violence Charges Navigating the legal landscape of domestic violence charges can be daunting. As a defense attorney specializing in this area, I’ve represented numerous clients facing such charges. Below, I provide a comprehensive overview of what constitutes domestic violence, certain elements of crimes, potential legal consequences, and other pertinent topics. What Constitutes Domestic … Continue reading 29 Tips You MUST Know if Charged with Domestic Violence

Domestic Assault Charges: The Basics As a Colorado criminal defense attorney specializing in domestic assault cases, I know that understanding the nuances and intricacies of these charges is crucial for anyone facing them. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown to help you navigate these challenging waters. Definition of Domestic Violence in Colorado Domestic Violence: At its core, … Continue reading Charged with Domestic Assault? These Tips are Essential

Why Victim Representation is Crucial In the realm of the criminal justice system, while much emphasis is placed on the rights of the accused, the rights and needs of the victim are of paramount importance as well. If you’re a victim seeking representation, understanding your place within the system can empower you to ensure your … Continue reading Attorney for Victims in Criminal Cases: Empowering & Supporting Survivors

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 … Continue reading Comparison of Laws: Georgia (United States)

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 … Continue reading Comparison of Laws: Maine (United States)

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 … Continue reading Comparison of Laws: Iceland

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 … Continue reading Comparison of Laws: Italy

         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 … Continue reading Comparison of Laws: Ireland

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 … Continue reading Comparison of Laws: Overview

It is not only criminal defendants that have been formally charged with a crime that have 5th Amendment rights. Witnesses called to testify in the trial of another person may also have 5th Amendment rights. What is the 5th Amendment Right? The right to remain silent, or right against self-incrimination, is found in the 5th … Continue reading Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer: Witness Rights and Immunity