In Denver, as in other jurisdictions, weapons crimes carry serious legal consequences, including fines, imprisonment, and a permanent criminal record. One crucial element in prosecuting weapons-related offenses is the establishment of intent—the mental state or purpose behind the possession or use of the weapon. In this blog, we will explore the role of intent in Denver weapons crime cases. We’ll examine how prosecutors seek to establish intent, how defense attorneys
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One legal concept I frequently get questioned about is the statute of limitations. Different offenses have different applicable statutes of limitations, meaning that different offenses have different set time limits for the filing of charges. Some offenses, of course, have no statute of limitations at all. Should a statute of limitations apply and charges not be filed within the pertinent time period, then charges cannot be filed at some later