When assault is charged in the 1st degree in Colorado there is typically an allegation that a person purposefully and seriously injured another. Whether done with physical force or a deadly weapon, the consequences of a first-degree assault conviction are severe. However, it isn’t uncommon for a prosecutor to overcharge as a means of manipulating […]
First degree assault in Douglas County, Colorado involves seriously hurting another person. Often including use of a deadly weapon, the penalties are particularly severe and long-lasting. Broken or fractured bones, 2nd and 3rd degree burns, and injuries that result in permanent disfigurement are typically those that qualify as first-degree assault. Additionally, threatening a police officer […]
When car accidents in Douglas County result in serious bodily injury, vehicular assault charges can follow. Driving recklessly or under the influence has strict penalties if someone is seriously hurt as a result. Sadly, accidents do happen and sometimes innocent drivers face devastating criminal charges when they didn’t intend to hurt anyone. Consulting a strategic […]
