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Appeals & Post Conviction Writs

You’ve just heard the jury read the words “We find the defendant guilty.” Now what? There are several avenues available for defendants in this situation. You can ask the judge for a new trial or to overturn your conviction. Or you can appeal. One of the reasons court...

Drug Charges

In the past decade, since Colorado became the first state to legalize recreational marijuana, public attitudes about drug-related laws—and the prosecution of those laws—have drastically shifted as more states followed Colorado’s example. As public opinion has evolved,...

Environmental Crimes

In the state of Colorado, we are lucky enough to be surrounded by the beauty of nature everywhere we go; the mountains, rivers, forests and valleys here—along with the animals that call these places home—make Colorado both a destination for visitors from around the...

Firearms & Weapons

It can be overwhelming for the average person to navigate the complexities of the laws governing gun rights; nevertheless, weapons charges often come with federal as well as state charges, making the presence of an experienced defense attorney especially necessary if...

Government & Grand Jury Investigations

Because they are usually reserved for serious criminal cases, such as those involving violent crimes, organized crime, drug offenses or public corruption, grand jury proceedings are not as common as regular jury trials, and they differ from jury trials in several...