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- Brian B.
At the Law Offices of Murphy and Price, LLP, we are a criminal defense law firm with specialized experience in defending tourists. Whether you arrived in Colorado unaware of the laws as a tourist or you are stationed on one of the military installations, we understand that as a non-native, you may find yourself on the wrong side of the law unintentionally. The last thing you want is to return from your vacation with a criminal record.
For service members facing military legal trouble, including general, special, or summary court-martial, Article 32 hearing, Article 15, and even counseling statements that may damage your career, we can help. You are authorized full access to a JAG lawyer to defend you, but their defense is similar to that of public defenders — you are just another case file in the stack. When you hire the legal team at Murphy and Price, LLP, we zealously defend you, and your case matters to us. Contact us for your complimentary consultation.
Tourist Defense Lawyer For Vail Valley Visitors
Possession of Marijuana
It’s important to know the laws before partaking in recreational marijuana in Colorado. For instance, you must be 21 and purchase your cannabis at a state pot shop. Marijuana cannot be shared, sold, or taken across state lines. Driving while high can result in a DWUI. Additionally, it cannot be consumed or possessed on federal property — White River National Forest and Vail Ski Resort are both federal lands.
Learn more in these helpful articles:
Colorado Recreational Use Laws FAQ
Pot is Legal in Colorado, Why Was I Arrested?
Deceptive Use of a Ski Pass
When you visit Vail Ski Resort, you may find yourself in hot water if you are attempting to share your ski pass or use someone else’s. What may seem like harmless sharing to you can result in serious criminal charges for all parties involved and permanent bans from multiple Colorado ski resorts. Rather than going home with a record, learn more about the laws here:
An Overview of Deceptive Use of Ski Facilities
Defend Against Deceptive Use of Ski Facilities Charges
Unlawful Possession of a Weapon
It is true that Colorado is an open carry state — for those who are legally allowed to carry. It is also true that, for the most part, Colorado shares reciprocity with 33 other states for concealed weapons permits. However, if you aren’t fully aware of the law, carrying in the wrong place in Vail Valley can find you facing serious criminal charges. Learn more about Colorado weapons laws and contact us immediately if you find yourself facing criminal weapons charges in Vail.
Colorado Open Carry Law Basics
Unlawful Possession of Weapons
Age-Related Sex Crimes
For many visitors to Vail, they are not familiar with Colorado’s relatively high age of sexual consent or laws regarding sexual contact. The legal age of consent in Colorado is 17, regardless of where a person is visiting from. Learn more about Colorado sex laws to ensure your romantic getaway won’t land you facing felony charges.
(S)he Was of Age, Why Was I Arrested?
If you were visiting Vail Valley and wound up facing criminal charges, contact the legal team with the experience defending Colorado tourists. We have a convenient location in Avon to better serve you. At the Law Offices of Murphy & Price, LLP, we offer complimentary consultations no matter where you are. Contact us today.
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