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Ann Toney
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Biography
If you are charged with a DUI or DUID, or other criminal charges,I can help you. I limit my practice to defending people, just like you, charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Drugs (marijuana). I defend people charged with drug charges, assaults, domestic violence, vehicular homicides and vehicular assaults, and all other criminal cases.
Over the years I have both defended clients and prosecuted defendants so I understand what the prosecuter in your case is thinking. I first "work your case", which means I look at every angle and every piece of evidence in your case. I have been successful in trying cases to jury trials and also dealing with prosecutors in getting the very best plea for my client. This includes dismissals, Reckless Driving, Deferred Judgement and Sentence (DJS), DWAI, and other outcomes.
There are many ways you can "win" with your DUI case. Sometimes a person has a record of prior "DUI" convictions and if we cannot beat the evidence in your case, then getting very little jail and work release is what that client considers a "win" in his/her case. Also, there are other ways to win. You can go to trial and win and get acquitted; or you can get a "Non-Alcohol" result such as a plea to Careless Driving or Reckless Driving. I have gotten many of these for my clients. Also, there is a "Deferred Judgment and Sentence" in some jurisdictions which means that after you do the treatment and other requirements, the Court will DISMISS your case.
There is a lot of evidence to look at in a DUI case. What makes your case different from a "criminal case" is that much of the evidence in your case is science based. That is why I go to DUI science based trainings and am a member of the College of Drunk Driving Defense and a founding member of the DUI Defense Lawyers Association. These provide specialized training to be able to defend YOU.
There is an important part of your defense that needs a good criminal lawyer. I have been also practicing criminal law for years. I will look at how the law enforcement officer "stopped" your car (4th Amendment violation), if the officer "interviewed you while in custody" (Miranda Rights), and determine if there really was "probable cause" to arrest you.
The invisible factor that I have is I am tenacious and determined to give you the very best DUI defense that I can. Many times I have driven to court early in the morning just to add my client's case on the Court docket so I can address something in your case that needed immediate attention. You don't know that because you are home asleep or at work. It is going the extra mile that I do for my clients because you deserve that extra mile.
I earned my Masters in rehabilitation counseling and worked with substance abuse populations before going to law school. This gives me an insightful perspective on alcohol and drug offenses that few lawyers possess. I know this is a very stressful time for you and I do everything I can to help you through this and give you excellent legal direction.
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
DUI and DWI
80%
42 years
Criminal Defense
20%
42 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Colorado for 30 years
State: Colorado
Acquired: 1995
No misconduct found
Licensed in North Carolina for 41 years
State: North Carolina
Acquired: 1984
No misconduct found
Location
Ann Toney, P.C.
501 S Cherry St, Ste 1100-2, Denver, CO, 80246
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Ann Toney's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | July 19, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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very happy
I was charged with DUI in November, 2019. I spoke with a number of attorneys afterwards, and Ann was the only one who spoke to me like I was a real person. She is always available to speak with by phone or email, and is very helpful with any questions or concerns. She is well respected in court rooms...
Ann Toney
Replied last July 28, 2020Thank you so much for the kind words! It was my pleasure to work with you.
Posted by Amanda | February 15, 2020 | Hired Attorney
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Ann Toney
I am/ was an out of state case with a DUI and failure to appear on numerous accounts. I did not have to search for a good lawyer for very long until i came across Ann. She has dug deep into the case, was always free to talk, discuss, and help me understand and stay up to dat with what was going on. n...
Posted by Maya | January 6, 2020 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and Personable
From the beginning, Ms. Toney answered all of my questions and made me feel as calm as possible. She supported me through the process of going to court and helped me understand what to expect. She is kind, respectful, personable and a great lawyer!
Posted by C.E.B. | March 10, 2019 | Hired Attorney
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Super Attorney
Ann Toney represented me on a Duid case. I am proud and grateful I hired Ann Toney. Ann knows experts and has the know how to handle the court system because she has been there before.
Posted by Lisa Gingenbach | August 9, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Ann Toney is an outstanding attorney!
Thank you, Ann, for everything you did to reach such a positive outcome in our case! I cannot say enough about how wonderful it was to work with you. We are so appreciative for the amount of time and energy you put into our defense. There is no doubt it made all the difference. It was my sincere ...
Ann Toney's Lawyer Endorsements
"Ann has exceptional knowledge of DUI law and the traffic code. She is able to guide clients through the maze of the DMV and gets wonderful results. When looking for a Denver-metro attorney to handle a DUI she is one of the best!"
"Ann is a great lawyer and a compassionate advocate for her clients. I wholly endorse her."
"Ann Toney is an experienced and passionate advocate. I enthusiastically recommend her to clients in Colorado who are serious about their future."
"I have known Ann for almost 10 years. I have consulted with Ann on some tough cases, and she has provided me with valuable advice. When you hire Ann, expect honesty, integrity, and a zealous advocate!"
"I endorse this lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable, well respected by judges and DAs alike, and will fight for her clients. She is a skilled trial attorney that you want fighting for you."
"I endorse this lawyer. What an impressive amount of answers to frequently asked questions. Provides a nice reservoir of information for others to follow. Thank you for leading by your great example. All the best."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Ann is a competent, qualified and industrious lawyer. She is a class act, knowledgeable and very diligent and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anybody."
"I endorse this lawyer. Ann Is an excellent lawyer who give her clients the best defense possible. She never gives up and fights for her clients the whole way."
"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."
"Ms. Toney is simply an exceptional attorney who I would recommend to everyone and anyone. I am a former judge, former magistrate, former prosecutor, and an attorney with 24 years of experience. I still learn from her answers on Avvo on a daily basis and I am constantly impressed. I refer cases to her on at least a weekly basis if not more frequently."
"I know Ann to be a highly ethical hard working attorney. I would not hesitate to refer my best clients or family members to her."
"Ann is courageous but grounded. Her commonsense but aggressive approach encourages settlement with DAs at the same time it makes them consider dismissal. She also possesses an incredibly bright legal mind. All in all, it is an honor to know her and to have worked with her."
"Ann Toney is a very smart and compassionate lawyer, I highly recommend her."
"I have seen Ann in court on several cases. On each I thought she was a very strong and persuasive advocate for her client - both with the DA and the Judge. I definitely endorse Ann!"
"I endorse this lawyer. DUI is one of the most complicated areas of law. To be successful in this field a lawyer must not possess great legal skills but also an understanding of science and the political process. Ann is one of those lawyers that attends cutting edge seminars and is not afraid to go to trial. She is among the elite DUI lawyers in our state."
"I strongly endorse Ms. Toney. She is a zealous defender of her clients who has a strong knowledge base in DUI defense. She is generous with her time to other attorneys. She is well respected in the DUI defense community. She fights the good fight and she will fight the fight for you."
"Ms. Toney is an excellent defender. Everytime I see her in court she is litigating a matter. If you have been charged with a DUI or marijuana charge, call her and consult with her. She has extensive experience in these specific types of cases."
"I'm very happy to write an endorsement for Ann Toney. Ann is a fantastic attorney, with a great deal of compassion for her clients, and experience in several different areas of the law. I know when I refer clients to Ann that they will be in good hands."
"Ann Toney doesn't back down from a fight. She brings her years of experience, tenacious attitude and compassion for her clients real life issues to every case she takes. She is knowledgeable about the law and knows how to get things done."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Gas Chromatography Certificate (Blood Testing), AXIOM Laboratory, Chicago Il
2015
Solid Drugs Certificate (Drug testing), AXIOM Laboratory, Chicago IL
2014
2014 Annual DUI Conference in Breckenridge, Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
2014
NHTSA Update Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Training, Lance Platt, Ph.D., Platt and Associates
2014
NHTSA Instructor Course Certificate SFST, Lance Platt, Ph.D. Platt and Associates
2013
2013 Annual DUI Conference Breckenridge, Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
2013
The Intoxilyzer 9000 Training Certificate, Forensic Alcohol Consulting & Training, LLC
2012
"Litigating Gas Chromatography Cases" (Blood Testing), National College for DUI Defense
2010
NHTSA Drug Evaluation Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Certificate, Lance Platt, Ph.D., Platt and Associates
2010
Intoxilyzer 5000EN Training, Jan Semenoff International
2009
NHTSA Certificate for Standardized Field Sobriety Tests (SFST), Lance Platt, Ph.D., Platt and Associates
Work Experience
2009 - Present
DUI and Marijuana Attorney, ANN TONEY, P.C.
2009 - 2012
Deputy District Attorney, 18th Judicial District Attorney's Office
2006 - 2009
Deputy District Attorney, District Attorney's Office 9th Judical District
2000 - 2006
Deputy District Attorney, 7th Judicial District Attorney's Office
1999 - 2000
Defense Attorney, Ann Toney, Attorney at Law
1997 - 1998
Assistant District Attorney, District Attorney's Office Fayetteville, NC
1993 - 1996
Defense Attorney, Ann Toney, Attorney at Law
1988 - 1993
Public Defender, 3rd Judicial District Public Defender
1986 - 1988
Lawyer, Ann Toney, Attorney at Law
1984 - 1986
Associate, Cooper and Whitford, Attorneys at Law
Associations
2014 - Present
DUI Defense Lawyers AssociationFounding Member
2013 - Present
American Chemical SocietyMember
2011 - Present
Denver Bar AssociationLawyer
2010 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
2009 - Present
Colorado Criminal Defense Bar AssociationLifetime Member
2009 - Present
Colorado Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
National Organization Reform Marijuana LawsLifetime Member
2009 - 2012
National Association Criminal Defense LawyersMember
1993 - 1996
North Carolina State BarRepresentative
1992 - 1993
North Carolina Association of Public DefendersPresident
1988 - 1998
North Carolina Association of Women AttorneysMember
Education
N/A
North Carolina Central University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
University of South Florida
Masters Rehabilitation Counseling
N/A
University of South Florida
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Ethics CLE
Best Ethics CLE Ever
2019
CLE
DUI Defense; Voir Dire
2015
American Inns of Court
Marijuana in Colorado
2011
Medical Marijuana Issues in 2011
Medical Marijuana Issues in 2011
2010
Medical Marijuana Law Update
The Business of Medical Cannabis
2009
Colorado Bar Association, November, 2009, Medical Marijuana legal update.
Medical Marijuana law update.
Publications
2015
Culture Magazine
Monthly Column "Legal Corner" on Marijuana
2014
Culture Magazine
Monthly Column "Legal Corner" on Marijuana
2013
Culture Magazine
Monthly column "Legal Corner" on Marijuana
2012
Bradford Publishing Co. (Book)
"Colorado Medical Marijauna Law"
2012
Culture Magazine
Monthly Column "Legal Corner" on Marijuana
2011
Culture Magazine
Monthly Column "Legal Corner" on Marijuana
Languages
English
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