Denver Criminal Law Attorney

CO police want to interview me – what should I do?

From David’s interview for the Masters of the Courtroom series on ReelLawyers.com.

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if law enforcement contacts somebody and
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wants to interview them which happens in
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almost every case you should not speak
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with the police without a lawyer present
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there’s nothing you can say to the
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police without a lawyer present that you
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can’t say with a lawyer present the
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reason that I say police contact almost
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everybody is because it works for police
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they contact people knowing that people
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are desperate to get their side of the
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story out and in fact police say that we
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want to hear your side of the story
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before we decide what we’re going to do
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that’s very often not really what
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they’re after they’re after either a
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full confession and if it’s not a full
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confession then they’re after facts
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which are inconsistent with the
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information that they have and then
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they’ll use that inconsistency to
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bolster the prosecution or strengthen
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their investigation

How do plea bargains work in CO?

From David’s interview for the Masters of the Courtroom series on ReelLawyers.com.

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bargain in the criminal system also
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known as a disposition of the case is
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the way that the majority of criminal
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cases are resolved in federal court it’s
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about 92 percent of cases it’s not as
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high in in state court but it’s it’s
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still very high and what happens is the
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prosecution and the person charged with
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the crime come to an agreement as to
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what might be an effective resolution of
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the case sometimes this involves reduced
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charges sometimes it involves what’s
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called sentencing concessions which
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could be an agreement to probation
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instead of a jail sentence or even as
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low as what’s called a deferred judgment
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which involves a client pleading guilty
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and then being put on probation for a
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period of time when the probation is
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successfully completed the case is
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dismissed and under Colorado law in the
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right circumstances such cases can be
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sealed


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The prospect of criminal charges is one of the most frightening experiences a person can face. If you are accused of a crime, or a loved one has gotten into a dicey situation, you need a criminal defense attorney on your side. Even if charges have not yet been filed, you need legal support.

The early stages of your legal battle are the most important. Maintaining your freedom requires you to act fast. What can damage a case before charges are even filed?

  • Inadvertently submitting to interrogation
  • Permitting search and/or seizure of property
  • Allowing DNA collection

    “Trying to be helpful” or assuming everything will be fine because you are not guilty can take you down a road of legal misery. Providing investigators access to information to which they would otherwise not be entitled can result in criminal charges. Seeking legal representation at the first hint of trouble might mean the difference between dismissal of pending charges and years in prison. Your job is not to help investigators, it is to protect yourself. Early action is the most effective tool you have for securing a favorable outcome in your case.

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    If any federal agency has contacted you about an issue, it is cause for concern. These powerful federal agencies mean business and even if they assure you they only want information, you must take action to protect your rights. Before providing information to any of these agencies, contact an experienced attorney.

    I have dealt with the FBI, DHS, the DEA, and other federal organizations. I understand how they operate. I will act on your behalf and ensure your rights are protected, even if you have not committed a crime. Never assume innocence is enough to guarantee your freedom. A criminal defense attorney in your corner can mean the difference between years of legal battles and a quick resolution to a case.

    To schedule a free confidential consultation with Denver criminal law lawyer David Lindsey, call 303-228-2270 or email David Lindsey, Attorney at Law.

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