State Courts

Peo v. Hernandez - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals issued a non-precedential opinion in Peo v. Hernandez, affirming a district court's order dismissing criminal charges against Ashley Hernandez. The case involved allegations of witness intimidation and judicial recusal.

Peo v. Spector - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision in the case of People v. Spector. The defendant appealed the denial of a motion to continue his sentencing hearing, which sought additional time for appointed counsel to investigate withdrawing a guilty plea based on ineffective assistance of counsel. The appellate court found no abuse of discretion by the district court.

Peo v. Barrientos - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's decision regarding a postconviction motion filed by Enrique Augustin Barrientos. The appeal concerned claims of ineffective assistance of plea counsel following a guilty plea to sexual assault on a child.

Peo v. Devoe - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction and sentence of Frank Adam Devoe. The court found sufficient evidence to support his conviction as a special offender and upheld the trial court's sentencing decisions.

Peo v. Thiam - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the conviction of Abou Thiam for attempt to influence a public servant and forgery. The court found no error in the trial court's handling of jury challenges. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.

Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion: Peo v. Duran

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed the convictions of Louis Pete Duran for sexual assault on a child. The court rejected Duran's arguments regarding the withdrawal of his counsel, the definition of reasonable doubt, and the use of a face mask by a witness.

Peo v. Ciarcia - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's order denying a postconviction motion filed by Jerry Gerard Ciarcia. The motion concerned his sentencing for sexual assault convictions. The court's decision addresses the application of continuing course of conduct statutes to sentencing.

Crook v. ICAO - Unemployment Benefits Case

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a decision by the Industrial Claim Appeals Office denying unemployment benefits to Brenda Crook. The denial was based on a finding of disqualification due to theft. The court found substantial evidence supported the Panel's decision.

Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion on Dependency and Neglect Case

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a lower court's judgment terminating the parent-child legal relationships for two children. The case involved allegations of parental drug use, unsafe living conditions, and failure to comply with a treatment plan.

Marriage of Herzik - Colorado Court of Appeals Opinion

The Colorado Court of Appeals affirmed a trial court's order awarding maintenance in a dissolution of marriage case. The court also remanded the case for a determination of appellate attorney fees. The opinion is designated as non-precedential.