Personal Injury and Criminal Defense Law Blog

Statutory rape is one of the most serious crimes you can be accused of committing in Colorado. The consequences of a conviction may be devastating and permanently alter the course of your life. However, if you are close in age to your underage sexual partner, and both parties consented, you may be wondering whether...

When you are facing murder charges in Colorado, it is important to understand the severity of the charges against you. It may surprise you to learn that there are multiple types of murder, each with its own definitions and penalties. Murder charges are classified by "degree". There are first-degree and second-degree murder charges, each...

Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs is illegal because it puts others at risk. Colorado code makes that clear and outlines some specific terminology that all drivers should know before they get behind the wheel of a car after having a few drinks. Consider the following commonly used terms and what they...

Understanding the rules of discovery in Colorado is complex. The term discovery refers to exchanging information by parties involved in a criminal defense case or other types of legal matter. These rules require that all parties share evidence and information. A Lakewood criminal defense lawyer from the Law Offices of James L. Finnegan, P.C., can...

Under Colorado law, it is illegal for any person to expose themselves, specifically their genitals, to any other person without that party’s specific and explicit consent. This falls under 18-7-302 CRS – Indecent Exposure laws. A Lakewood criminal defense lawyer from the Law Offices of James L. Finegan, P.C., can help you fight these charges. Understanding...