Criminal Defense
Colorado criminal defense articles about arrests, evidence, felony charges, constitutional rights, court procedure, and defense strategy.
Colorado Felony Classifications Explained
Quick answer: Colorado divides most non-drug felonies into six classes. Class 1 is the most serious and Class 6 is the least serious felony class. The class sets a starting sentencing range, but the statute defining the offense, the date of the conduct, aggravating...
Caught Up in the Criminal System
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] CRIMINAL DEFENSE IS OUR SPECIALITY Not everyone who is arrested for committing a crime is guilty. Unfortunately, sometimes people try to use the criminal system for their own gain and falsely accuse someone of a crime. It can be...
Miranda Rights: I was Arrested but They Never Read Me My Rights
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, it is so important that you reach out right away to an experienced criminal defense attorney that regularly practices where you are facing the charges. This attorney should be...
Understanding the Court’s Legal Jargon
Quick answer: Colorado criminal court calendars use abbreviations such as FAPP, PTC, PTRD, and JT, but the exact label and purpose can vary by court, county, division, and case type. Your written notice and your attorney’s instructions control. If you are unsure what...