If you have been convicted in Denver, Adams or Jefferson County in the past for an unlawful sex offense such as Sexual Assault – C.R.S. 18-3-402, Incest – C.R.S. 18-3-6-301 or Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child – C.R.S. 18-3-405.4, criminal defense lawyers will advise you that you are req...
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Prostitution Charges and Arrests in Denver, Colorado
Earlier this year, 22 women were arrested by law enforcement agencies in Denver, Adams and Douglas County. They were issued charges related to Prostitution – C.R.S. 18-7-201 after placing ads and verifying clients via several websites. While prostitution charges are not dealt with as harshly a...
Sexual Assault on a Client by a Psychotherapist: Charges in Colorado
Hollywood is filled with stories of psychiatrists falling in love with their clients. These are love stories that are both heartwarming and enjoyable to watch. Real life is much different, however. According to the American Psychological Association's Code of Conduct, “Psychologists do not eng...
Internet Luring Lawyer in Denver and Police Stings: Stop and Think Before you Judge
People who are caught for Internet Luring of a Child in Denver, Adams and Douglas County during police stings aren't always hardened criminals with a penchant for pedophilia. While this may a bit surprising, it is important that we all stop and realize that the men who are caught are usually d...
Avalanche Hockey Player Arrested for Domestic Violence in Denver
A Colorado Avalanche goalie turned himself in to Denver police last week after being charged with assault, kidnapping, and Domestic Violence – C.R.S. 18-6-800.3. According to reports, the violence was against the hockey player's girlfriend. The hockey player's father, attorney and friends from...
Much Needed Reform for Sex Offender Treatment – Is it On Its Way in Colorado?
Prisons in Colorado are overflowing with men and women serving life sentences. Why? One law change in 1998 has affected hundreds of inmates who remain in prison for indeterminate sentences without treatment. The Lifetime Supervision Act: Condemned Many Sex Offenders to a Life in Prison In 1998, a...
Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust: Tae Kwondo Instructor Convicted in Arapahoe County
A Tae Kwondo instructor was convicted of sexual assault in Arapahoe County late this summer, but he skipped town before the jury read his verdict. According to news reports, the man was convicted of 12 counts of Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust – C.R.S. 18-3-405.3. The vict...
Colorado Policeman Arrested for Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification
A veteran in the Longmont police force was arrested early this summer for multiple charges. One of these charges is Invasion of Privacy for Sexual Gratification – C.R.S. 18-3-405.6. This offense is usually a misdemeanor in Denver, Adams and Douglas County. However, it is considered to be an ex...
Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child and SnapChat – A Dangerous Duo in Denver
Our culture is overtly sexual. It's difficult to draw lines relating to morality with a society that believes everything is relative and children are growing up faster than ever before. A few laws are very difficult to define. One of these is Internet Sexual Exploitation of a Child – C.R.S. 18-3-...
Failure to Register as a Sex Offender in Denver, Douglas and Jefferson County
There are many strict rules regulating sex offenders in the Denver metro area. If you are a registered sex offender, you will need to adhere to complex regulations. Keeping up can be difficult, and we want to make sure you know what is required of you if you are a sex offender in Adams, Arapah...
Soldier Sentenced to 10 Years for Sexual Assault on a Child
A Colorado soldier from Fort Carson has been dishonorably discharged and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment after he pleaded guilty to Sexual Assault on a Child – C.R.S. 18-3-405. The consequences of a conviction of sex assault on a child always has serious consequences in Denver, Adams and Do...
“Playful and Harmless” Actions Could Lead to Unlawful Sexual Contact Charges in Denver
If you have ever seen the popular show “Friends”, then you may remember a famous episode where Chandler Bing feels harassed by his boss who feels the need to good-naturedly slap his butt every so often to show his appreciate for all his hard work and humor. While this episode is hilarious, it is ...
Man Arrested for Incest and Sexual Assault on a Child in Colorado: What Happened to Innocent Until Proven Guilty?
A former Ivy League professor and psychotherapist was arrested in Colorado last year for Incest – C.R.S. 18-6-301 and Sexual Assault on a Child by a Person in a Position of Trust – C.R.S. 18-3-405.3. Allegedly, the crime occurred earlier in the year. Here at the O'Malley Law Office, we never ceas...
Streaking Prank Ends with Suicide after Threats of Indecent Exposure Charges
Image Credit: Pixabay – andreas160578 Sex offense convictions have very harsh sentences. Recently, a 15-year-old boy committed suicide after he streaked across his high schools' football field and was threatened with Indecent Exposure – C.R.S. 18-7-302 charges. While there are most likely many ...
Major League Baseball Player Convicted of Sexual Assault on a Child
A former major league baseball (MLB) player has been convicted of sexual abuse (the Colorado equivalent would be Sexual Assault on a Child by One in a Position of Trust – C.R.S. 18-3-405.3). According to reports, he was volunteering as a weight trainer at a gym and allegedly touched three teen...
The Jury is Always Watching: Be Careful in Court in Denver, Adams and Arapahoe County
Our office manager just completed jury service duty last week. She served on a civil case that related to a car accident. I spoke with her about her experience afterwards. The plaintiff in the case had been hurt in a car accident, and she was asking for money towards her recovery. The jurors coul...
No Violence Required to Be a Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) in Denver, CO
When you hear the words, “sexually violent predator” – a distinct image comes to mind. Images of an evil man lurking in the shadows and nabbing unsuspecting children as they walk to school. This is a generality and is unfair to people who have been labeled unjustly. Violence doesn't actually h...
Operation Clean Sweep: Sex Offenders Watched Very Closely in Denver and Douglas County
Sex offenders are watched very closely in Adams, Jefferson and Arapahoe County. Recently, CBS4 news reported that officers from several jurisdictions throughout the Denver metro area are working on an operation called “Clean Sweep.” Sheriff's deputies in Douglas County are driving to the addre...
Streaking or Public Urination During a Football Game: A Crime in Denver, Colorado
If you've watched a lot of sports, then most likely you have seen or heard of someone streaking naked across the field. Or, perhaps you've seen someone peeing in public after a few beers. While these events might seem inconsequential, or even comical in Denver, Adams or Jefferson County, these se...
Sex Assault on CU Campus: Allegations Should Not Be Made Lightly
A man was arrested earlier this year by University of Colorado police for alleged Sexual Assault / Rape – C.R.S. 18-3-402. According to the “victim”, the man was staying the night at her apartment on campus (at her request). After some consensual cuddling, the woman fell asleep. She awoke later t...
Sexual Exploitation of a Child No Longer Just for Porn Distributors
It used to be that if a person was charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Child – C.R.S. 18-6-403, it was because they were distributors of pornography. It has quickly become a favorite charge against boys in Denver, Adams and Jefferson County, however. Why this enormous shift in the type of pe...
Patronizing a Prostituted Child Charges in Arapahoe County
Earlier this year, eight men in Arapahoe County were arrested for Patronizing a Prostituted Child – C.R.S. 18-7-406 and Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor – C.R.S. 18-6-701. According to 9News Denver, the men responded to an online advertisement. The Arapahoe County District Attorney says...
Domestic Violence: A Very Broad Offense in Denver, Colorado
Domestic Violence – C.R.S. 18-6-800.3 is a very broad offense in Denver, Adams and Douglas County. First, no actual violence has to occur in order to be charged. Secondly, the interpretation of whom this law applies to has dramatically changed, and now is much broader than ever before. No Viol...
Sex Offender Registration Laws are Unconstitutional in Denver
Sex offenders are considered to be dangerous people by the general public. Often, citizens in Adams, Arapahoe and Jefferson County fail to realize that “sex offender” is a very general term. The Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB) uses a “one-size-fits all” approach, and treats serial r...
Sex Offender Registry: Incites Public Fear and Creates Targets in Denver
Image Credit: Pixabay – henriquecostadesigner Everyone who is convicted of a sex offense in Denver, Arapahoe or Adams County such as Rape – C.R.S. 18-3-402, Sexual Assault on a Child – C.R.S. 18-3-405, or Unlawful Sexual Contact – C.R.S. 18-3-404 will be required to register as a sex offender. ...