Facing an investigation by Child Protective Services (CPS) can be a daunting experience for any parent or guardian. These investigations are initiated in response to allegations of child abuse or neglect and can have significant legal and emotional implications. In this blog, we will explore the process of navigating Denver Child Protective Services investigations, including understanding one’s rights and responsibilities, interacting with CPS investigators, and the importance of seeking legal
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A new law passed earlier this year, allowing prosecutors to utilize out of court statements by a developmentally challenged victim against a defendant in a jury trial, is currently being used for the first time in a Denver rape case.
Hearsay evidence (a statement, other than one made by a witness testifying at a trial, offered to prove the truth of the matter asserted) typically is inadmissible in a