Criminal Intent / State of Mind

Right Law Group's guide explains: "It is a Class 5 felony and is punishable by up to three years in prison and $100,000 in fines. If the District Attorney cannot prove that a person knowingly possessed the tools with the intent to forcibly enter a dwelling, they can still charge a Class 2 misdemeanor for simply possessing the tools."

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Imagine hearing “Guilty” and the judge sentencing you to decades in prison for kidnapping. Your dreams, family, career – gone."

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Have you or someone you love been charged with vandalism in Castle Rock, Colorado? Take a deep breath – help is on the way."

Right Law Group's guide explains: "• What is Trespassing? • Degrees of Trespassing in Colorado • Third-Degree Criminal Trespass Charges • Second-Degree Criminal Trespass Charges • First-Degree Criminal Trespass Charges • Are Trespassing Consequences Severe?"

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Many people have made joking or hyperbolic statements about wanting to hurt someone else. Usually, everyone present knows it’s a joke, and the situation ends there."

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Living in Castle Rock, you likely enjoy the beautiful parks and trails that wind through our community. However, a simple mistake could land you with a trespassing charge and serious legal consequences."

Right Law Group's guide explains: "Though it can happen in the blink of an eye, the consequences of committing a crime with a deadly weapon can last a lifetime."