Category: Criminal Defense

What Happens: Underage DUI Convictions

October 11, 2018
Criminal Defense DUI Juvenile Crimes

One night, one night is all it takes for someone to go from a perfectly clean record to a DUI charge. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding the charge, prosecutors take DUIs seriously, and they typically call for severe consequences. So what repercussions does a juvenile face when a judge convicts him or her of an underage DUI charge? Consequences of an Underage DUI Conviction Colorado, like most states, has a “zero tolerance” policy when[ ... ]

Colorado Sets New Hit & Run Accident Laws

February 8, 2018
Criminal Defense

The state of Colorado has recently passed a number of new laws ranging across a number of legal arenas. One of the most significant of these involves hit-and-run accidents, particularly in fatal ones. The Colorado Department of Revenue is has passed a law in which the organization can choose to suspend a driver’s license if the person responsible for any injury or death in a hit-and-run accident leaves the scene of the accident. Prior to the passing of this[ ... ]

What Are the Penalties for a DUI in Denver?

November 27, 2017
Criminal Defense DUI

The penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) can be very serious, especially under certain circumstances. If you are currently facing DUI charges for driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol, make sure you know what you are up against and what you can do to defend your rights. Below, we explain the potential penalties for DUI convictions and how our attorney can help. Anyone over the age of 21 found driving with a blood alcohol content of[ ... ]

What To Do If Your Loved One is Arrested

October 17, 2017
Criminal Defense

You receive a call from jail in the middle of the night telling you your spouse, partner, child, or sibling has been arrested. What do you do next? For many people, this is one of the most frightening moments of their life. Feeling concerned for your loved one is normal, but if you are not sure how to help them those feelings may quickly turn to panic, which is the last thing you need. If your loved one has been arrested and is facing criminal charges, the mo[ ... ]

Everything You Need to Know about Your Miranda Rights

October 5, 2015
Criminal Defense

Most Americans are familiar with the Miranda Warnings—if not by name, at least by the first few lines. They can be found in almost every facet of pop culture: “You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law…” From movies and television, we know “being read our rights” is an important part of the criminal justice process. But many Americans are either uninformed or misinformed as to[ ... ]

How to Prepare to Meet with Your Criminal Lawyer

August 24, 2015
Criminal Defense Helpful Tips

It’s frightening to be charged with a criminal offense, especially for first time offenders. Most people just aren’t used to dealing with the police, and they have even less experience with the often confusing and convoluted Colorado criminal justice system. On top of stress of your impending case, the process of finding, meeting, and learning how to work with [ ... ]

What Makes a Good Colorado Criminal Defense Attorney?

July 13, 2015
Criminal Defense

There’s an awful lot at stake when you are choosing a lawyer to handle your case. Criminal cases—whether major or minor— may have severe, long-lasting, and often surprising consequences, and the person you choose may be the only thing standing between you and penalties like incarceration and huge fines. Your attorney may be your most powerful ally in criminal court, working tirelessly to protect your rights and obtain the best possible outcome for your case. Wh[ ... ]