Denver Criminal Defense Blog
When to Hire a Colorado Drug Possession Lawyer: Protecting Your Rights
Facing drug possession charges in Colorado can be an overwhelming and stressful experience. Statistics show that 26 percent of all arrests in the US are related to drug offenses, and 244,000...
Colorado Assault Charges: Understanding the Different Degrees and Penalties
In Colorado, 20,782 assaults were recorded in 2023. They encompassed a broad range of crimes, from minor assaults to extremely violent offenses that could result in 32 years in prison and a...
Colorado DUI Laws: What You Need to Know (and Do) After an Arrest
In Colorado, driving under the influence (DUI) remains a serious concern for law enforcement and public safety. Colorado Crime Statistics indicate that 17,537 DUI cases were filed in 2023. This number highlights...
What Are the 3 Elements of Assault?
Assault. It's a word that carries weight, conjuring images of violence and fear. In an alleged assault situation, the burden of proof is on the prosecution. The prosecution must prove...
Driving Under the Influence (DUI) occurs when someone drives a car after drinking alcohol or using drugs. If you are facing a DUI arrest for the first time, the penalties...
How Long Does a DUI Stay on Your Record?
Driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol is a serious offense. An error that may seem small, such as missing a traffic stop, can carry significant legal...
What Is Good Evidence in a Sexual Assault Case?
Being accused of sexual assault is a serious legal matter that can have far-reaching consequences for your personal, professional, and even financial well-being. A conviction can bring jail time, sex...
What Evidence is Needed for a DUI Conviction?
In 2022, some 16,180 people were arrested for driving a vehicle under the influence of alcohol with a blood alcohol content over the legal limit in Colorado. However, there is a difference...
How to Drop Charges Against Someone for Assault
When you have been charged with domestic violence or general assault and the alleged victim wishes to drop the assault charges, you might think it’s as simple as making a...
Statute of Limitations on Sexual Assault
Sexual assault and child sexual abuse are extremely serious offenses. Victims of sexual assault may wait an extended period before deciding to pursue a criminal complaint. One pressing question arises:...
How To Beat A Probation Violation In Colorado
Probation offers an alternative to serving jail time when facing criminal charges. It is a sentence itself with many conditions to complete. Failing to complete the conditions can create a...
Should I Get a Lawyer for My First DUI?
Getting arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) can be a terrifying experience, especially if it's your first time. You have to deal with legal consequences and potential fines, and...
Update! Colorado Drug Laws 2022
It’s summer, which means more Colorado residents are enjoying the great outdoors, attending concerts, and getting together with family and friends. Sometimes parties end up involving alcohol and other substances,...
Understanding Colorado’s Sex Offender Registry
Colorado’s sex crime laws are complex and include a range of potential outcomes, from misdemeanor charges to felonies. A conviction for a sex crime can affect an individual’s reputation, finances,...
Flaws in Our Justice System, Part IV: The Impossible Impartial Jury
This is Part IV of a four-part series published by Wolf Law, LLC, which aims to highlight and discuss flaws in the U.S. criminal justice system. This series is meant...
Flaws in Our Justice System, Part III: The Overworked Public Defender
This is Part III of a four-part series published by Wolf Law, LLC, which aims to highlight and discuss flaws in the U.S. criminal justice system. This series is meant to be...