Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

July 24, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Probation/Parole

Felony Probation Violation

One mistake should rarely define a person.  In the event of a felony conviction, that mistake can make it difficult for an individual to efficiently serve their agreed upon sentencing without issue, even in instances where probation is offered.  The concept of probation in Colorado is designed to allow someone convicted of a crime to remain in the community, as opposed to confined within a prison system.  This arrangement does not come without its own set of challenges.  Often the terms of probation become misunderstood or [..]

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July 14, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Drug Charges

Fighting Felony Drug Charges

Finding yourself facing drug charges is a daunting situation.  There can be numerous questions surrounding your arrest that leave you looking for an ally for representation and guidance.  Below you’ll find some helpful information intended to give you a starting point for building a successful defense and fighting felony drug charges.

What Determines If A Drug Charge Is A Misdemeanor Or Felony?

As with any crime, there are variables that determine the severity of the charges.  For Colorado drug possession crimes, a key aspect is the quantity [..]

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December 9, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy

Bail Amount by Crime

In this blog, we put together a list of the typical bail amounts by crime. This is to give you an approximate idea of what is a reasonable bail amount according to the charge. 

How is bail cost determined?

According to the 8th Amendment, anyone arrested for a crime is entitled to a fair bail amount. Bail is not intended to be a punishment. It is simply money that the defendant or someone on behalf of the defendant pays to the court. Once someone pays their bail, [..]

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June 23, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy

24-Hour Attorney in Denver

Do you need a 24-hour attorney in the Denver area?

Law enforcement exists outside the normal 9-to-5 office schedule. Have you ever wondered what you would do if police arrested you in the dead of night, or on a weekend, or a holiday?

Well, now you know: you would call a 24-hour attorney like Jeff Weeden.

But why do you need a 24-hour attorney? Why is it important to have an attorney immediately after police arrest you?

Here, Denver criminal defense attorney Jeff Weeden will explain why [..]

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June 18, 2020 Posted by:

Categories: Assault/Battery

What is 2nd Degree Assault in Colorado?

Assault occurs any time one person causes bodily harm to another or even causes the other person to fear bodily harm. But not all assaults are equal. What do you know about 2nd degree assault in Colorado?

Colorado defines 2nd-degree assault as one person intentionally hurting another. However, 2nd-degree assault only involves non-serious injuries. More serious injuries could result in a first-degree assault charge. 

In this post, Denver attorney Jeff Weeden will explain second-degree assault charges as well as the possible penalties. We’ll also talk about potential [..]

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