Colorado Criminal Defense Attorney
If you have been charged with a crime in Colorado or believe you will be charged, time is of the essence. You need the help of an aggressive and knowledgable criminal defense attorney. DO NOT talk with law enforcement before consulting with a Denver criminal defense lawyer who can advise you of your rights and potential consequences that you may face.
If you are questioned about your involvement in any crime, arrested on a criminal complaint, or charged with a misdemeanor or felony offense, YOU have a right to have a criminal defense attorney with you, YOU can refuse to answer any questions, but YOU have to assert your rights. Before answering any questions or making any statement to authorities, contact an experienced Denver criminal defense lawyer who can advise you how to best protect your rights. Police are investigating a crime, possibility building a case against you, you have a constitutional right to remain silent. You do not have to assist police in their investigation of YOU.
The legal consequences of a criminal prosecution or conviction can be severe and may impact various areas of your life. You face: fines, probation, loss of driving privileges, community service hours, incarceration, restrictions to your fourth amendment rights, and potential immigration consequences among others. Consulting or retaining a criminal defense attorney is the first steps to protecting your rights and defending your case.
The personal consequences of a criminal conviction are just as powerful. Employment status is jeopardized, as you miss work due to court hearings or being jailed or suffer the stigma of a criminal conviction. A criminal record could prevent you from finding gainful employment; jeopardize admission to college or obtaining financial aid for college. A Colorado criminal defense lawyer can help minimize or eliminate these life-altering consequences of conviction. Attorney Laurie Schmidt understands the legal and personal consequences and will work to vigorously defend and protect your rights.
Classification of Crimes in Colorado
Colorado classifies crimes as petty offenses, misdemeanors or felonies. A petty offense is punishable by a fine or up to a maximum of six months imprisonment, not in a state correctional facility.
There are three classifications punishable as a misdemeanor. A misdemeanor is punishable by a fine and/or incarceration in county jail, depending on the crime and misdemeanor classifcation.
A felony is Colorado’s most serious classification of crimes. There are six classifications of felonies. A felony is punishable by incarceration in county jail or prison, depending on the crime and felony classification.
Our Denver-based, Colorado criminal lawyers are experienced in assisting clients charged with the full spectrum of criminal charges, including:
- Assault
- Domestic Violence Charges
- Theft Crimes
- Drug Crimes
- Robbery and Armed Robbery
- Fraud
- Gun Charges
We serve the following communities in metropolitan area:
Arvada, Aurora, Bennett, Boulder, Bow Mar, Broomfield, Brighton, Castle Pines North, Castle Rock, Centennial, Cherry Hills Village, Columbine Valley, Commerce City, Deer Trial, Denver, Edgewater, Englewood, Evergreen, Federal Heights, Foxfield, Glendale, Golden, Greenwood Village, Lakewood, Larkspur, Littleton, Lone Tree, Northglenn, Parker, Sheridan, Strasburg, Thornton, Westminster, Wheat Ridge,
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