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 world and a desirable spot to settle in. There are federal and state regulations in place to protect the environment and wildlife here and govern how we use our abundant natural resources, but these rules are complex, difficult to navigate, and constantly evolving, and sometimes they are in conflict with the people who live and work here.

Environmental crimes can range from local infractions involving just a few parties to global offenses by multinational companies. If you’ve been charged with an environmental crime such as pollution, destruction of a protected area, or illegal trading of hazardous waste, you need someone who understands both criminal law and environmental law. The attorneys at Richards Carrington have experience wading through the complicated layers of local, state, federal, and international regulations that are often at play with environmental crimes cases. They will do the legwork for you and ensure you have the representation you need.