Spouses in Colorado typically only divorce due to claims of an irretrievable breakdown of the marriage. Colorado has essentially done away with fault-based divorces that require proof of specific grounds. Spouses don't have to prove infidelity or abuse to divorce in...
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Can people ever revisit a property division decree post-divorce?
There are three primary ways that couples arrange to divide their assets during divorce. Some couples have prenuptial agreements that clearly outline how they should divide their property. Others negotiate with one another to settle property division matters amicably...
What is a DUI per se offense in Colorado?
Many driving under the influence (DUI) charges in Colorado are relatively straightforward matters. A motorist causes a crash or drives in a highly dangerous manner after consuming alcoholic beverages. Police officers responding to reports of a collision may perform...
3 signs that it may be time to modify parenting arrangements
After the Colorado family courts allocate parental rights and responsibilities, co-parents have to uphold the court order that applies to their situation. Even though it may be difficult to do so, they need to share parenting time and work with each other to make...
Marital debts are part of a marital estate
People who are going through a divorce have to consider how they’re going to divide everything they’ve amassed during the marriage. While most people focus on who’s going to get which assets, they also need to consider how marital debts are going to be divided. While...
How the Colorado drug courts can help those struggling with addiction
Despite having a reputation for being a leader in drug policy reform, Colorado still prosecutes thousands of people every year for drug-related violations. People break the law by possessing and using prohibited drugs. They can also abuse drugs that are legal,...
Co-parenting can be successful during school breaks
Parents who aren’t involved romantically any longer may realize that they need to work closely during the breaks from school. Since the children won’t have school, the parent who has the children during that time needs to consider child care and how the schedule may...
What should a defendant know about plea deals?
Defendants often want to know what kind of penalties they’re facing in the event of a conviction. While they can learn about the general range of penalties, that may not provide enough information or surety about their future. A plea deal may be a viable option for...
Can one co-parent move out of Colorado with their children?
Married couples who divorce and unmarried parents who separate typically need to negotiate co-parenting arrangements. In Colorado, the courts expect parents to share both parental rights and responsibilities. Parents usually have a share of parenting time with the...
4 things to know about drunk driving cases
Nobody expects that they will face drunk driving charges. For many, there’s an assumption that they’re sober enough to drive safely even if they’ve had a couple drinks. However, police officers are especially vigilant about watching for signs of impaired driving. This...