criminal law
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Colorado justices skeptical of opening door to resentencing defendants under ‘3 strikes’ law
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Members of the Colorado Supreme Court gave an icy reception on Tuesday to the idea that defendants convicted decades ago and serving lengthy sentences under the state’s “three strikes” law should have the opportunity to argue their punishments are grossly disproportionate under current standards. Although Colorado’s Habitual Criminal Act has undergone changes since its enactment…
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AI, criminal sentencing, SCOTUS ‘messaging’: 10th Circuit conference addresses hot-button issues
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The use of artificial intelligence, various aspects of criminal law and the work of the U.S. Supreme Court were among the topics discussed in Colorado Springs at least week’s biennial gathering of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit. The 10th Circuit, which hears appeals in federal cases arising from Colorado, Oklahoma, Utah,…
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Colorado legislators scramble to find dollars to deal with illegal immigration crisis, and here’s a list of 4th CD candidates | WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
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Today is Feb. 20, 2024, and here’s what you need to know: Colorado’s policymakers are looking for ways to help communities grappling with the costs of accommodating roughly 40,000 immigrants who arrived in Colorado in the past year. The Department of Public Safety is requesting nearly $10 million in supplemental funding for organizations that offer…
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Senate confirms Richard Federico to 10th Circuit as Biden’s second appointee
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The U.S. Senate on Monday confirmed Richard E.N. Federico to the federal appeals court based in Denver by a vote of 61-29, adding a second public defender to the powerful circuit court. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 10th Circuit hears federal cases arising from Colorado, Oklahoma, Kansas, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming. Federico’s…
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Colorado’s judges gather for annual conference to learn, improve skills, network
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Last month, the state’s judges and justices gathered for their annual conference to learn about updates in the law, discuss hot topics like artificial intelligence and hear people speak on this year’s theme, “dare greatly.” “Part of it is learning new skills. Learning the nuts and bolts of what we do or improving how we…
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Bill aims to add the word ‘consent’ to Colorado’s sexual assault law
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Legislators want to add the word “consent” to Colorado’s sexual assault statutes in an attempt to make the law clearer and more concise. Currently, sexual assault is defined as sexual intrusion when “the actor causes submission of the victim by means sufficient to cause submission against the victim’s will.” If passed, House Bill 1169 would…
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Lawmakers in three states borrow Williams bill to battle pro-sanctuary politicians
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“This has really turned into a movement,” state Rep. Dave Williams told The Colorado Statesman on Sunday. “I didn’t expect this reaction from around the country.” Republican legislators in Ohio, Alaska and Maine said Sunday they are working on legislation similar to House Bill 17-1134, introduced last week and dubbed “The Colorado Politician Accountability Act.”…
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Williams bill would impose criminal liability on officials for ‘sanctuary’ policies
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A Colorado Springs Republican wants victims of what he calls “sanctuary city policies” to be able to file lawsuits and lodge criminal complaints against the “lawless politicians” who put the policies in place. State Rep. Dave Williams said Monday he plans to introduce “The Colorado Politician Accountability Act” this week, legislation aimed at holding officials criminally…
