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What Does It Mean When Your Criminal Records Are Sealed?

What Does It Mean When Your Criminal Records Are Sealed?

Having a criminal charge on your record can follow you long after a case ends. Background checks can affect employment, housing, professional licenses, and even educational opportunities. Fortunately, Colorado law allows certain criminal records to be sealed, giving...

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Criminal Attorney After an Arrest

Factors to Consider When Selecting a Criminal Attorney After an Arrest

Being arrested can be one of the most stressful, scary, and uncertain moments of your life. The decisions you make immediately afterwards, especially who you choose to represent you, can have a lasting impact on your freedom, reputation, and future. At The Brown Law...

Do I Really Need a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor in Routt County?

Do I Really Need a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor in Routt County?

Do I Really Need a Lawyer for a Misdemeanor in Routt County? If you’re facing a misdemeanor charge in Routt County, it’s easy to assume it is not that serious, and since misdemeanors are often viewed as minor offenses compared to felonies. But in reality, a...

How Prior Convictions Affect Sentencing in Colorado Criminal Cases

How Prior Convictions Affect Sentencing in Colorado Criminal Cases

Insights from The Brown Law Firm in Steamboat Springs: When someone faces criminal charges in Colorado, the court doesn’t just look at the current offense, they also consider prior convictions, which can dramatically influence the outcome of sentencing. Whether you’re...

Arrested in Steamboat Springs: What to Do Now

Arrested in Steamboat Springs: What to Do Now

(A Local Guide from a Steamboat Springs Criminal Defense Attorney) Steamboat Springs should be a place for skiing, hot springs, and unforgettable Colorado mountain adventures, but not an arrest! Unfortunately, every season, visitors and locals alike find themselves in...

Chairlift Malfunction & Ski Lift Injury Guide for Colorado Ski Resorts

Chairlift Malfunction & Ski Lift Injury Guide for Colorado Ski Resorts

What to Do if You’re Stuck on a Chairlift in Steamboat, Winter Park, or Vail Chairlift malfunctions at Colorado ski resorts, including Steamboat Ski Resort, Winter Park Resort, and Vail Mountain can be frightening. Whether the ski lift stops suddenly or a mechanical...

Most Common Causes of Car Accidents and Who’s Legally Responsible

Most Common Causes of Car Accidents and Who’s Legally Responsible

Car accidents can happen in an instant, but understanding the most common causes can help drivers stay safer, and know their rights if a crash occurs. Distracted Driving From texting and scrolling to eating or adjusting the radio, distracted driving is a leading cause...

What Evidence is Needed to Win a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

What Evidence is Needed to Win a Personal Injury Lawsuit?

What Evidence is Needed to Win a Personal Injury Lawsuit?To win a personal injury lawsuit, you need evidence that proves another party's negligence caused your injuries and resulted in damages. Gathering and presenting this proof is a complex process, and the insights...

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