Tag:criminal law

Court Opinion: 10th Circuit Overrules Shillinger v. Haworth

The 10th Circuit held that a Sixth Amendment violation of confidential communication with an attorney required the defendant to show prejudice.

Recht Kornfeld Opens Office in Durango, Adds Two Shareholders

In addition to two new offices in Durango and New York, Katherine Otto and Beale Tejada joined Recht Kornfeld as shareholders.

Legal Leaders Reflect on Colorado General Assembly’s Impact on Criminal Law

It was a busy year for the Colorado General Assembly in 2023 that had a major impact on criminal law.

A Look at Secondary Trauma and Criminal Law

Secondary trauma has been seen in lawyers, judges, jurors and legal professionals and there are resources available to help.

Bill Addressing Remote Access Recently Signed by Gov. Polis June 7

A new law passed requiring criminal court proceedings conducted in open court to provide remote access to the public.

Supreme Court Overrules Colorado’s Standard for Determining ‘True Threat’ Mens Rea

The U.S. Supreme Court found a reckless standard should be used to determine mens rea in true threat determinations.

Supreme Court Dives Into Mens Rea, Online Context in Colorado Appeal on ‘True Threats’

At oral argument, the nine justices of the U.S. Supreme Court pressed attorneys on how to define true threats from a Colorado appeal.

Lawmakers Eye Colorado Criminal Justice Reforms in First Month of Session

Hot topics include juveniles in the criminal justice system, competency proceedings and support programs for people who are incarcerated.