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Can You Be Held Without Bond In A Federal Criminal Case

Can You Be Held Without Bond In A Federal Criminal Case?

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Getting arrested in a federal case is not the same as being arrested in most Colorado state cases. Things can move fast in the first few days, and one of the biggest questions is whether you will be released while your case is pending. In federal court, release does not always depend on paying… Read More »

How Bond Conditions Can Affect Your Life After A Colorado Arrest

How Bond Conditions Can Affect Your Life After A Colorado Arrest

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Getting out of jail after a Boulder arrest does not mean your case is over. Often, your release comes with bond conditions that can limit where you go, who you talk to, whether you can drink, use drugs, travel, or what you must do while your case is pending. We know this can be… Read More »

How Text Messages Can Affect A Colorado Sex Crime Case

How Text Messages Can Affect A Colorado Sex Crime Case

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Text messages often play a key role in Boulder sex crime cases. Just a few words on a phone can be used to argue about consent, intent, identity, age, force, fear, planning, grooming, regret, motive, or even a false accusation. We have seen people make things worse by replying to an accuser, deleting messages,… Read More »

Federal Drug Charges In Colorado

Federal Drug Charges In Colorado: Why The Stakes Are Higher

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Getting arrested for drugs in Boulder is serious, but facing federal charges can be even more challenging. Federal prosecutors usually take on cases with bigger amounts, suspected trafficking rings, activity across state lines, firearms, wiretaps, informants, controlled buys, or long investigations. Often, by the time you find out you are under federal investigation, agents… Read More »

Can Criminal Charges Be Dismissed Before Trial In Colorado

Can Criminal Charges Be Dismissed Before Trial In Colorado?

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In Boulder, criminal charges can sometimes be dismissed before trial, but this does not happen just because someone claims innocence or feels the case is unfair. Prosecutors must prove the charges, and defense attorneys can challenge weak evidence, unlawful police actions, faulty charging documents, witness issues, missing proof, and constitutional violations before a case… Read More »

What Happens If Police Search Your Phone After An Arrest In Colorado?

What Happens If Police Search Your Phone After An Arrest In Colorado?

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Your phone can store years of personal information, including texts, photos, videos, location data, banking details, social media, search history, contacts, emails, and app activity. In Colorado, police may take your phone after an arrest as part of booking or evidence collection, but that does not always give them the right to search everything… Read More »

Can You Get A DWAI In Colorado If You Were Barely Impaired?

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In Colorado, you can be charged with DWAI even if you think you were only slightly impaired. Many people believe “driving while ability impaired” only applies when someone is clearly drunk, high, or driving dangerously, but Colorado law is broader. Police and prosecutors can file a DWAI case if they believe alcohol, marijuana, prescription… Read More »

What To Do If Federal Agents Contact You In Colorado

What To Do If Federal Agents Contact You In Colorado

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Getting a call, visit, or card from a federal agent can quickly become a serious legal issue. You might not know if you are a witness, a target, a subject, or just someone with information. It’s natural to want to explain yourself, help someone, or clear up confusion, but doing so can be risky…. Read More »

False Sex Crime Allegations In Colorado

False Sex Crime Allegations In Colorado: What Defendants Need To Know

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A false sex crime allegation can turn your life upside down even before any charges are filed. Just being accused can impact your job, family, school, housing, reputation, and future. We know that people in this situation often feel stuck—wanting to explain but afraid their words will be used against them. In Boulder, these… Read More »

What Happens After A Federal Indictment In Colorado

What Happens After A Federal Indictment In Colorado?

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A federal indictment in Boulder marks a much more serious phase in your case. Many people first find out about a federal investigation when agents come to their home, serve a warrant, make an arrest, or let them know that a grand jury has filed charges. Federal cases often move differently than state cases… Read More »

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