Category: Criminal Defense

What’s a “No File” Decision in Colorado and Why Do You Want One?

Oct 7
2020

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Categories: Criminal Defense | No-File Decisions

If you’ve been arrested, you’re facing a number of potential outcomes. The worst-case scenario is a trial, a conviction, and significant penalties. Many people think that the best-case scenario the opposite – a trial, an acquittal, and no penalties.

There is one other better scenario possible here in Colorado, though. It’s a decision known as “nolle prosequi,” or a “no file” decision.

A “no file” decision is a specific kind

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Colorado Courts Assess Coronavirus Protocols for Low-Level Crimes

Apr 11
2020

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Categories: Coronavirus / COVID-19 | Criminal Defense

Coronavirus is quickly shifting the landscape of this country – even the legal landscape hasn’t come away unaltered. A perfect example? The way Colorado is starting to handle low-level crimes in the state.

For instance, in an effort to stop coronavirus from spreading in jails, the number of people being arrested for low-level crimes in cities like Boulder and Denver has been reduced.

It’s thought that this course of action

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In Colorado, Stealing Can Cost You Your Job

Aug 15
2019

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Categories: Criminal Defense | Theft

 

In the Colorado criminal justice system, theft and stealing are umbrella terms that encompass a variety of criminal behaviors. Our courts consider theft to be any act that takes something of value from someone else without authorization or through lies or aggression.

 

This broad definition means you can be charged with theft or stealing in Colorado for actions like shoplifting, embezzlement, false pretense, or even the unauthorized sale

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Arrested in Colorado? Your Guide to What to Do Next

Jul 16
2019

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Categories: Criminal Defense

 

Being placed under arrest is a frightening and often traumatic experience. Still, what you do next can dramatically affect your criminal proceedings.

 

It is important to know what to do ahead of time so that you can remain cool under pressure and maximize your chance of a favorable outcome.

 

We’ve provided a guide covering what you should do — and what you shouldn’t — once you’ve been

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Your Guide to Colorado’s COCCA Law

May 23
2018

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Categories: COCCA | Criminal Defense

 

Colorado’s COCCA law covers organized crime, with a strong focus on racketeering.

 

What exactly does that entail? In this post, we’ll detail the law and associated penalties, and tell you how to protect your rights if you are facing charges.

 

Breaking Down the COCCA Law

 

The Colorado Organized Crime Control Act reads as such:

 

“(1) (a) It is unlawful for any person who knowingly has

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