Rule 16 of the Colorado Rules of Criminal Procedure requires the prosecutor to turn over basically everything in their posession to the defense...

Misdemeanors and arrest warrants

In Colorado, most municipal courts do not handle misdemeanor charges. They usually only prosecute municipal ordinance violations. They leave...

I got a my second dui its been 5 years since my last one what do u think wouldhappen

Assuming a conviction on a second lifetime DUI, you are facing the possibility of 70 - 365 days in jail, one year revocation of your driver's...

Can i change my plea.

There are many issues with regard to your case. Under certain circumstances, this guilty plea could be withdrawn and an attorney could begin the...

Probable cause for traffic stop

I agree with the prior two posts and will add the following. In Colorado, you have seven days to request a hearing with the DMV to protect your...

How does an incarcerated individual obtain his discovery or court transcripts if he is indigent?

There is a ruling in Colorado that the Public Defender's office takes very seriously regarding giving copies of discovery to the defendant. Their...

I got my 1st DUI in 1995, and got second one in 2009 will the first DUI still be on my record so would that mean I have 2 DUIs?

Colorado does examine a lifetime of alcohol-related driving offenses. There is a strong possibility of facing mandatory jail on a second...

I need a criminal attorney but can't afford one. Will someone please help me?

A motions hearing is a hearing that requires your attendance. The goals of a motions hearing are two fold. First, your attorney is attempting to...

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How long does it take to get a public defender in colorado

It is possible to accomplish this in a single day. Don't delay any longer. Contact the public defender's office for your county as soon as...

I just got a DUI as a habitual traffic offender. What sort of punishment am I looking at?

Mr. Norris has already provided some sound answers to your question. I will follow with this. You need to do the two following things as...