A disposition hearing in Colorado is just a hearing to see if the District Attorney and the defendant can reach a plea agreement, instead of...

Arraignment for DUI

You are not put in jail for pleading not guilty. It sounds like this is a first DUI offense for you, as such it would be best for you to at least...

As the other attorney indicated, entrapment only applies when law enforcement convinces you or encourages you to do something illegal that you were...

Was recently ticketed in Glen wood springs for possession of less than 2 ounces of marijuana and paraphernalia will it stay?

I agree with Mr. Carr and Mr. Deasey. Although it is a petty offense, it will be reported against your record and will especially pose to be a...

Colorado, Municipal court: How can a spouse represent the other in traffic case?

Unless a person is a licensed attorney in THAT state, no one can represent another person - that includes parents representing a child or spouse...

Is my daughter entitled to child support?

I definitely agree with my fellow Colorado attorneys. I have been practicing in Colorado for over 20 years and also have served as a judge for 7...

Is anybody allowed into pre-trial for a DUI?

The pre-trial conference with the District Attorney normally takes place in a conference room right outside of the courtroom or in a conference...

Will I be sentinced the day of pre trial if I take the plea?

I was a former County Court judge and this question is a good one. Unless there is a stipulation between you and the District Attorney about the...

Yes. If you request a DNA paternity test, the Court has to order one. I was a former judge and regularly ordered them. They simply take a buccal...