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May 4, 2024 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 4 minutes | Drug Charge

What Drugs Are Legal in Colorado?

Although Colorado imposes strict criminal penalties for drug possession, certain drugs in Colorado are legal for recreational use. Before you engage in any recreational drug use, you need to review relevant Colorado statutes to make sure you do not accidentally violate the law. An attorney at The Ferrell Law Firm, PLLC, can explain what drugs are legal in Colorado and where you can consume them without fear of criminal charges. Contact our office to talk to a seasoned Boulder...

Nov 20, 2023 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 4 minutes | Drug Charge

Marijuana DUI Laws in Colorado

Recreational and medical marijuana consumption is legal in Colorado. Inevitably, the availability of weed in Colorado means that some people get behind the wheel after they smoke. It also means that Colorado police officers are hyper-vigilant about arresting drivers they suspect of violating marijuana DUI laws in Colorado. According to a survey by the Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT), approximately 17.6% of cannabis consumers reported driving within 2-3 hours of using cannabis. Marijuana use can slow down a person’s...

Sep 14, 2023 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 5 minutes | Drug Charge

How to Get Drug Possession Charges Dropped in Colorado

Although Colorado legalized marijuana many years ago, most drugs remain illegal here. If you have been charged with drug possession, you may be unsure what to do, and you might wonder how to get drug possession charges dropped. Can drug possession charges be dropped in Colorado? Yes, you can get them dropped, but it depends on the circumstances. There are several ways to get drug possession charges dropped, including: Drug possession charges can upend your life, especially if you...

Jun 6, 2023 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 2 minutes | Drug Charge

Level 4 Drug Felonies in Colorado

All drug felonies in Colorado are serious matters. If convicted of a drug felony, you will face possible jail time and be classified as a felon. Convicted felons lose certain rights that others enjoy, such as the right to own or possess firearms. If you have been charged with class 4 felony drug possession or any other class 4 drug felony, The Ferrell Law Firm, PLLC, can help. With a former prosecutor and experienced trial lawyers on staff, we...

Jun 2, 2023 | By Michael Ferrell | Read Time: 3 minutes | Drug Charge

When Is a Drug Possession Considered a Felony in Colorado?

Wondering if drug possession is a felony in Colorado? Yes, drug possession in Colorado can be a felony sometimes, but not all the time. There are a variety of factors that can impact whether you are charged with a felony or a misdemeanor. And whether the prosecutor charges you with a misdemeanor or felony can make a world of difference in the severity of penalties you might face. A felony conviction could mean higher fines, more post-conviction limitations on...