When a juvenile is arrested in Colorado, the child may be released to a parent or responsible adult, referred for detention screening, or held for a prompt detention hearing. If the child remains in custody, the hearing generally must occur within 48 hours, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays. The district attorney then decides whether to file a delinquency petition, offer diversion, or decline to prosecute formally. Decisions made during
Being falsely accused of domestic violence is a uniquely devastating and frightening experience. In Colorado, law enforcement officers responding to domestic disturbance calls are encouraged, and in many cases required, to make an arrest when probable cause exists. This means individuals can face criminal charges based largely on one party’s statement at the scene.
At the Law Office of Kimberly Diego, our Denver criminal defense attorney understands the legal challenges
