Even if you have been arrested for a DUI and you were over the limit, that doesn’t mean your case is over. You still have a chance to reduce your charges or even have the charges dismissed. Law enforcement makes mistakes, and when they do on a DUI case, it can help you get a...
In Colorado, you can post bail in cash or using a bond. But first, you need to find out the amount and whether the court allows you to use a bond for securing someone’s release. When a loved one is arrested, one of the first questions attorneys hear is how much the bail amount is...
Anyone accused of a criminal offense will find themselves in a life-altering, high-stress situation. After all, if you end up convicted of that offense, your life will permanently change. Depending on the alleged crime, you may spend years in prison. Fortunately, a reasonable defense attorney will devise a defense strategy. These strategies provide you with...
Your initial appearance can vary depending on the jurisdiction. Typically, your first appearance in court is from 24 up to 48 hours after the initial arrest. Certainly the time frame can vary if you were arrested over the course of a weekend. As a first-time criminal defendant, it is crucial to hire a criminal defense...
A criminal case can cover a variety of offenses, which means the possible outcome of a case might vary significantly. Also, no magic tool will determine how one person’s situation might turn out because each case is unique. If you are facing criminal charges, it is in your best interest to hire a criminal defense...
*This article was updated in August 2021.* Colorado Prescription Drug Abuse Lawyer Today, many Colorado residents have prescription medications to treat conditions or illnesses, including high blood pressure, arthritis, depression, and more. These medications are legal, and you must have a valid prescription. While you might have the right to carry them around, you may...
The passing of Amendment 64 in Colorado allows adults over the age of 21 years to possess and use up to one ounce of marijuana or THC. Most visitors to the state and residents are aware of this fact, but the limitations go far beyond that. Even with the possession of a legal quantity, you...
Note: This post was last updated on February 23, 2023. If you’re facing charges of evading the police, you need a skilled criminal defense attorney on your side. Fleeing from law enforcement is a serious offense that carries harsh penalties, and can have a lasting impact on your future. At our firm, we have years...
*This article was updated in August 2021.* Plea bargains are common in the criminal justice system, and approximately 90 percent of criminal cases receive one – whether the defendant accepts it is different. While some criticize plea bargaining, it does serve a purpose in the system. The process of offering a defendant a deal in...
As a United States citizen, you have rights not only during an arrest but also during a police interrogation. You are supposed to be read your rights, but the times where you think police officers are required to read you those rights may not be what the law considers “necessary.” Therefore, it is important that...