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Colorado Criminal Defense Attorney 

All lawyers involved in the criminal justice process, whether prosecuting a crime or defending a client, must adhere to a complex set of rules of criminal procedure to ensure a fair trial. Because of this complicated procedure, only lawyers experienced in criminal law and criminal procedure can effectively navigate the intricacies of the Colorado and Wyoming criminal justice systems. Defense lawyers must become involved in the case as soon as possible, usually even before police questioning begins. The police have the obligation to inform possible defendants of their right to an attorney and the right to have a lawyer appointed by the court if they cannot afford one. Most people have seen these warnings-known as "Miranda" warnings-in television police shows and crime dramas. Frequently, the police will use the shocking emotional experience of arrest or possible questioning to extract a confession from someone who is scared. To deal with this fear appropriately you should contact a defense attorney prior to agreeing to any questioning. This is a right guaranteed you by the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution. The earlier defense counsel is retained the better because investigation can be conducted before witnesses are lost or memories fade, and the arrangements for bail can be made.

Why Should I Hire An Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer?

Unless qualified by the court as an indigent a person, and therefore entitled to court-appointed counsel, a person should hire a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. The truth is, no matter how intelligent or knowledgeable a person is, the criminal justice systems in Colorado or Wyoming make it virtually impossible to do a competent job of representing oneself. Every criminal case is different, and only an experienced criminal defense lawyer can provide the type of representation that every criminal defendant needs if justice is to be done. An experienced criminal defense attorney can bring out the individual justice of each case and employ that uniqueness to his advantage in dealing with prosecutors and judges.

What Can A Criminal Defense Attorney Do For Me?

Criminal defense lawyers in Colorado and Wyoming do much more than simply question witnesses in court or present arguments to a judge or jury. A good criminal defense lawyer can:

• Protect the Constitutional rights of people through motions to dismiss, motions to suppress, and through court trials, jury trials and appeals
• Negotiate deals or plea bargain with prosecutors, often arranging for reduced charges and lesser sentencing
• Formulate sentencing and probation programs tailored to a client's specific needs, including mental illness, anger management, and alcohol or other drug issues
• Help a person accused of a crime cope with the feelings of fear, embarrassment, and anxiety associated with a criminal charge
• Provide a person accused of a crime with an experienced perspective about their situation, and what is likely to happen if the case goes to trial
• Help a person accused of crime understand the possible "hidden costs" or collateral consequences of a criminal conviction
• Gather information from prosecution witnesses, who often fear people accused of crimes and therefore refuse to speak to people representing themselves

I have close to 20 years of experience before judges and juries in Colorado and Wyoming, and understand the importance of pretrial discovery, pretrial motions, jury selection, state and federal criminal procedure, and trial. If you have been contacted by the police, arrested or charged with a crime in Colorado or Wyoming please contact me today.

Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer - Free Initial Consultation - Contact Me Today

David Lindsey
Attorney At Law
 7887 East Belleview Ave. Suite 1100
Englewood, CO 80111
Phone: (303) 228-2270
Fax: (303)-228-2271
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Providing criminal defense legal representation in Colorado (CO) - Denver County, Adams County, Arapahoe County, Jefferson County, and Douglas County - and in Wyoming (WY) - Laramie County.