Denver Criminal Defense Blog
False Information to Police Charges in Colorado
Under Colorado law, providing false information to police or other law enforcement authorities can result in serious criminal charges. Known as false reporting, this offense applies when a person knowingly makes a...
Interference With Law Enforcement in Colorado
Under Colorado law, interference with law enforcement occurs when a person knowingly obstructs, impairs, or hinders a peace officer or emergency responder acting under official authority. These cases often arise during...
Criminal Negligence in Colorado: When Accidents Become Criminal Charges
In Colorado, not every accident results in criminal charges—but some do. Criminal negligence arises when a person fails to perceive a substantial and unjustifiable risk, and that failure represents a gross...
Accessory to a Crime in Colorado: When Presence Becomes Criminal Liability
Under Colorado law, being present when a crime occurred does not automatically make someone criminally liable. However, criminal liability can arise when a person goes beyond mere presence and takes intentional...
Unlawful Use of a Financial Transaction Device in Colorado
Under Colorado law, the unlawful use of a financial transaction device is a serious criminal offense that can result in misdemeanor charges or felony, depending on the value involved. These cases...
Violation of Bond Conditions in Colorado Criminal Cases
In Colorado criminal cases, a violation of bond conditions is treated as a separate criminal offense that can result in additional charges, jail time, and consecutive sentencing. When a person is...
Public Defender vs. Private Attorney: What’s Best for Your Criminal Case
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Colorado, one of the first and most important decisions you’ll make is who will represent you. At Wolf Law in Denver, our clients often...
When Mental Health Is at Play: Insanity and Competency Defenses in Colorado Courts
At Wolf Law in Denver, our attorneys understand that mental health issues can significantly impact how someone behaves, makes decisions, or even understands their actions. In the criminal justice system, these factors can change everything...
Juvenile Criminal Charges: How Colorado Treats Minors Differently
When a young person is accused of a crime, the juvenile justice system handles the case differently than it would for an adult. At Wolf Law in Denver, our attorneys have represented numerous juvenile offenders,...
DUI Checkpoint Rights: What Police Can and Can’t Do
Wolf Law in Denver has seen countless cases begin with a DUI checkpoint — those late-night roadside stops designed to catch impaired drivers. While law enforcement officers claim these checkpoints are about public safety, they must still...
The Role of Body Cam Footage: Defense Strategies in Traffic Stop Arrests
In Denver, Wolf Law often represents clients facing DUI charges or arrests that begin with a simple traffic stop. One of the most important pieces of evidence in these cases is body...
Court TV vs. Real Court: How Legal Commentary Differs from Real-Life Defense Strategy
From countless legal dramas on television to streaming platforms filled with true-crime series, the courtroom scenes we watch often create expectations about how the legal system works. We’ve all seen Perry Mason-style cross-examinations or a dramatic reveal where the real culprit...
When the Cops Use Deception: Is That Legal in Colorado Interrogations?
Many people assume that law enforcement officers must always tell the truth when conducting criminal investigations. The reality may surprise you: under both federal and Colorado law, police are often allowed to use deceptive tactics to elicit information during custodial interrogations....
Pretrial Detention in Colorado: How to Secure Release Before Trial
Being placed in custody after an arrest can be overwhelming. In Colorado, defendants often face days or even weeks in jail unless they are granted some form of pretrial release. Fortunately, Colorado law provides several options to help defendants...
Colorado Search Warrants: What Must Be Specified to Be Valid?
When police officers investigate suspected criminal activity in Colorado, one of the most important tools they may rely on is a search warrant. However, not every warrant is automatically valid. Both the U.S. Constitution and...
Client-Attorney Privilege: What Can (and Can’t) Be Shared with the Police
When people meet with a lawyer, one of the first questions they often ask is, “Will what I tell you stay private?” The answer depends on an important legal rule...