Monthly Archives: September 2026
What Happens If You Lie To A Federal Agent?
Talking to a federal agent can feel different from talking to a local police officer. The questions may seem calm, but the stakes can be serious. A person may think a small false statement will protect them, protect someone else, or make an uncomfortable interview end faster. That decision can create a new criminal… Read More »
Can A Colorado DUID Case Be Based Only On Officer Observations?
A Colorado DUID case can sometimes begin with nothing more than an officer’s observations. The officer may claim that your driving, speech, eyes, balance, attitude, movements, or performance on roadside tests showed signs of drug impairment. That does not mean the case is automatically strong. Drug-related DUI cases are often more complicated than alcohol… Read More »
When Can Police Search Your Home For Drugs In Colorado?
A home is one of the most protected places under Colorado and federal law. When police want to search a home for drugs, they usually need a valid search warrant signed by a judge. That does not mean officers always follow the rules, and it does not mean every warrant is legally sound. A… Read More »
Can Police Charge Everyone In The Car With Drug Possession?
A drug arrest after a traffic stop can feel confusing and unfair, especially when several people were in the same car. Police may find drugs in the center console, under a seat, in a backpack, inside a purse, in the trunk, or somewhere else in the vehicle. Then everyone starts asking the same question:… Read More »
Constructive Possession In Colorado Drug Cases
A Colorado drug case does not always begin with drugs found in someone’s pocket, hand, purse, or backpack. Many cases start when police find drugs in a shared car, bedroom, apartment, hotel room, storage area, center console, glove box, or bag that more than one person could access. When that happens, prosecutors may argue… Read More »
What Happens If Police Think You Are High During A Boulder Traffic Stop?
A Boulder traffic stop can become much more serious if the officer believes you are high. What starts as a lane violation, speeding stop, equipment issue, or minor driving mistake can quickly turn into a Colorado DUID investigation. The officer may begin asking about marijuana, prescription medication, edibles, dispensary purchases, or whether there are… Read More »
Can Police Search Your Vehicle Because They See A Firearm?
Seeing a firearm in a vehicle does not always give police the right to search the entire vehicle in Colorado. The answer depends on where the firearm was located, whether the stop was lawful, whether the officer had a safety concern, whether the firearm appeared illegal, and whether other facts suggested criminal activity. A… Read More »
Can You Be Charged With DUID In Colorado Without A Failed Breath Test?
Yes, you can be charged with DUID in Colorado even if you did not fail a breath test. That surprises many drivers because most people associate DUI cases with alcohol and breath testing. A breath test usually measures alcohol, not marijuana, prescription medication, illegal drugs, or other controlled substances. If an officer believes you… Read More »
Can Cash, Scales, Or Packaging Be Used To Prove Intent To Distribute?
Cash, scales, and packaging can be used by Colorado prosecutors as evidence in a drug distribution case, but those items do not automatically prove intent to distribute. That distinction matters. Many people carry cash for legal reasons. Scales can be used for lawful purposes. Plastic bags, containers, and packaging materials can appear in a… Read More »
How Drug Quantity Affects Federal Sentencing
Drug quantity can be one of the most important issues in a federal drug case. A few grams, ounces, pounds, pills, or dosage units may change the way prosecutors charge the case, the penalties a person faces, and the advisory sentencing guideline range used by the judge. In Colorado, a person may start out… Read More »
