A preliminary hearing in Colorado is a limited court proceeding available in certain felony cases. The judge does not decide whether the accused is guilty. Instead, the prosecution must show probable cause to believe that the charged offense occurred and that the accused committed it. Although that is a much lower standard than proof beyond a reasonable doubt, the hearing can give a Denver criminal defense lawyer an early opportunity
In recent years, Colorado has seen a growing recognition of the significant impact that mental health issues can have on juvenile behavior, driving reforms in our state’s juvenile justice approach. Mental health evaluations in juvenile cases have become an indispensable part of this landscape, providing insights that inform both adjudication and rehabilitation processes.
Here, we explore the importance of these evaluations, how they are conducted in Colorado, their impact on
