Civil Rights Litigation Blog
Free speech and the First Amendment
You have the right to free speech. But you need to understand the difference between protected speech and unprotected speech.
What to do if the police use excessive force
What is considered excessive force and what should you do if the police use it on you?
Police Misconduct: A practical guide
When dealing with the police, it’s important to know your rights so you can identify police misconduct when it happens.
New Colorado laws to combat police misconduct
The newest law in Colorado regarding police misconduct is the Law Enforcement Integrity Act, and it aims to increase police accountability and transparency.
Post-conviction rights in Colorado and how to get relief
Know your post-conviction rights and if you qualify for post-conviction relief.
Getting your criminal record sealed just got easier
If you live in Colorado, getting your records sealed is much easier than it used to be.
Equal pay is the law in Colorado
Colorado has several laws to help people get equal pay for equal work.
Colorado updates anti-discrimination laws
In 2022, Colorado passed HB 22-1367 that made several updates to the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA).
Can the police lie to me?
The police can’t lie in every instance but most of the time it’s completely legal for them to lie.
How did my Miranda rights change?
Do you know how your Miranda rights have changed with the recent 2022 SCOTUS ruling?
Fighting back against malicious prosecution
Malicious prosecution happens when someone prosecutes you without probable cause, and with malice.
Record the police and protect your rights
If you are ever in a situation with the law, take the opportunity to respectfully record the police and protect your civil rights.
