Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

April 22, 2020 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: COVID-19 | Criminal Defense Strategy

COVID-19 Issues in Criminal Defense Matters

Can a lawyer help during the COVID-19 environment, and how have things changed?

UPDATE as of May 7, 2020:

General Order 2020-8 continues all civil and criminal trials scheduled to commence now through July 6, 2020, subject to further order of the presiding judicial officer.

There is much I can do to help folks out, maybe more now than ever. The Criminal Justice system is in a very fluid place. Just two weeks ago, I had a Denver Police Officer screaming on the phone, threatening to “destroy” [..]

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December 16, 2019 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy

Can Criminal Mischief Charges Be Dropped?

Criminal mischief in Colorado is the act of knowingly damaging another person’s real or personal property. The law also refers to this crime as the crime of vandalism. Criminal mischief can be either a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the extent of the damage. Convictions range all the way from a Class 3 misdemeanor to a Class 2 felony. 

So, can criminal mischief charges be dropped? Jeffrey Weeden answers this question and more in the following post.

How Did I Catch a Criminal Mischief Charge?

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October 17, 2019 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy

Speedy Trial Calculator for Colorado

Regardless of the charges, as an American, you have the right to a speedy trial. As an experienced Denver criminal defense attorney who cares deeply about each one of his cases, Jeff Weeden can determine the best possible course of action for your case, whether that involves invoking your right to a speedy trial or waiving it. When formally charged, requesting a speedy trial calculator provides a general guideline as to when your trial could be. 

Colorado Revised Statute 18-1-405

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September 10, 2019 Posted by: WeedenLaw

Categories: Criminal Defense Strategy | Theft Charges

Legal Defense for Shoplifting in Colorado

While it can be tempting to view shoplifting as a juvenile and inconsequential infraction, the state of Colorado can pursue jail time and enforce significant fines for those convicted of shoplifting. Colorado shoplifting laws also allow merchants to sue shoplifters for various damages in civil court. 

Shoplifting charges can be quite serious, and the consequences can be equally so. If you are facing shoplifting charges in Colorado, an experienced defense attorney can help ensure the best possible outcome for you.

Colorado Shoplifting Laws

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