94 episodes

Some dynamic duos solve crime, some commit crime, and some just like to talk about it. Get comfortable and let premier Denver criminal defense attorneys Russell Hebets and Colin McCallin break down legal issues for you in a lighthearted, easy-to-follow style. Whether you're looking for advice that might help you out of a jam, or you're interested in legal current events from around the country, or you just want to sound smart at a party, the guys at Is This Legal? have you covered.Credit to Jason Tohtz for his stellar sound engineering and epic original podcast compositions.

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    • 4.9 • 60 Ratings

Some dynamic duos solve crime, some commit crime, and some just like to talk about it. Get comfortable and let premier Denver criminal defense attorneys Russell Hebets and Colin McCallin break down legal issues for you in a lighthearted, easy-to-follow style. Whether you're looking for advice that might help you out of a jam, or you're interested in legal current events from around the country, or you just want to sound smart at a party, the guys at Is This Legal? have you covered.Credit to Jason Tohtz for his stellar sound engineering and epic original podcast compositions.

    Ep. 112 'Rust' Shooting: Hannah Gutierrez-Reed on Trial, What's Next for Alec Baldwin?

    Ep. 112 'Rust' Shooting: Hannah Gutierrez-Reed on Trial, What's Next for Alec Baldwin?

    Colin and Russ pick up where they left off in episodes 88 and 95 to continue discussing the accidental shooting and killing of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins that occurred on the set of the movie 'Rust" in October of 2021.  Hannah Gutierrez-Reed is currently on trial for involuntary manslaughter for causing  Hutchin's death because she was the armorer in charge of the weapons on set.  The attorneys also discuss what is next for Alec Baldwin, who has been re-charged with Involuntary Manslaughter himself.  Plus, an Is This Legal, and a new DCOTW.  Check it out!

    • 45 min
    Ep. 111 Crumbley Trial Pt. 2, Why Jennifer Crumbley Was Convicted

    Ep. 111 Crumbley Trial Pt. 2, Why Jennifer Crumbley Was Convicted

    Colin and Russ pick up where they left off in Episode 110 to discuss the guilty verdicts and convictions for Involuntary Manslaughter that came down for Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of mass murderer Ethan Crumbley.  They also discuss the happy story of Robert Duboise, who was just exonerated of crimes for which he  wrongfully spent 37 years in prison.  Plus, a new Is This Legal, and a DCOTW.  Check it out!

    • 43 min
    Ep. 110 The Trial of Jennifer Crumbley- Can the Mom of a Mass Shooter Be Criminally Responsible?

    Ep. 110 The Trial of Jennifer Crumbley- Can the Mom of a Mass Shooter Be Criminally Responsible?

    Colin and Russ examine the current trial of Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of Ethan Crumbley, who killed 4 of his classmates in a school mass shooting when he was 15 years old in 2021.  Jennifer is charged with Involuntary Manslaughter, and prosecutors allege that she should have done more to prevent this tragedy.  Will the charges stick?  What defenses does she have?  Is this an overreach by the prosecutor?  Colin and Russ have the answers!  We also have a new Is This Legal and a new DCOTW.  Check it out!

    • 53 min
    Ep. 109 Can You Shoot a Trespasser? The Trial of Kevin Monahan

    Ep. 109 Can You Shoot a Trespasser? The Trial of Kevin Monahan

    Colin and Russ discuss the trial of Kevin Monahan, who is accused of murdering a lost trespasser named Kaylin Gillis in her car who mistakenly turned into his driveway.  The trial started this week, and the fellas talk about the case, possible defenses and stand your ground laws. Colin and Russ also  discuss the charges facing Kansas City man Andrew Lester, who is charged in a similar case.  We also have a new Is This Legal, and a fresh DCOTW.  Check it out!

    • 53 min
    Ep. 108 Bodies Stacking, Burials Lacking! The Bizarre Story of a Colorado Funeral Home

    Ep. 108 Bodies Stacking, Burials Lacking! The Bizarre Story of a Colorado Funeral Home

    Colin and Russ are back to discuss the charges facing Jon and Carie Hallford, who abandoned the Return to Nature funeral home in Colorado that was improperly storing 189 corpses.  In addition to the improper storage, they are accused of taking money for cremations they didn't actually perform.   They face hundreds of criminal charges, and Colin and Russ break it down.  Also, a new Is This Legal, and DCOTW!  

    • 41 min
    Ep. 107 Love Triangle Turns Deadly Pt. 2, Kaitlin Armstrong Guilty

    Ep. 107 Love Triangle Turns Deadly Pt. 2, Kaitlin Armstrong Guilty

    Colin and Russ continue discussing the completed trial of Kaitlin Armstrong, who was just convicted of murdering Mo Wilson in Austin, TX in 2022.  Colin and Russ discuss the defense strategies in more depth and discuss other facts that came out during the trial.  Plus, a new Is This Legal and a DCOTW.  Check it out!

    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
60 Ratings

60 Ratings

watermelonhoney ,

Fun to listen and informative

Whole family listen to the show. Always good fun. We need more shows like this to expend our horizon about legal matters in all aspects of life and business.

pollie1908 ,

What a jewel!!

I found this show by total chance, and I’m so glad I did! I come somewhat tired down from the true crime stories realm - most true crime podcasts annoy me with too much drama and moralizing or unfunny personal tangents, and in the end I can’t even find out how the trial went!! THIS RIGHT HERE is what I didn’t know I needed. I’m not a lawyer (not a dentist or doctor either so what am I even doing with my life) but I really appreciate the factual, legal framing of the stories, a little room to try and guess the outcomes, funny interjections. One thing, maybe it’s just me but the gavel sound gives me a heart attack. Maybe it’s too loud vs. the speaking part, or maybe I’m too easily startled? Probably the latter. Thanks for making this POD !

StevePiccadilly ,

Educational and Funny!

These guys are so good. Great listen!

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