Colorado Criminal Defense Blog

Internet sexual exploitation of a child is a felony sex offense in Denver involving electronically encouraging a child to engage in sexual behavior. When a person suggests (via phone, text, or chat) that a young teenager touch their private parts or the private parts of another, devastating crimi...

2nd degree assault in Denver involves purposefully hurting someone and causing injury. Injuries specific to this degree of assault are moderate and can include things like cuts, scratches, and bruises. Additionally, blocking someone's air pathway by suffocating or strangling them or intentionally...

Theft occurs in Denver, Colorado when someone obtains, keeps, or takes control of an item of value that doesn't belong to them. It is typically charged as either a misdemeanor or felony and consequences largely depend on the value of the item(s) involved. This crime can also be charged in situati...

Drug possession charges in Denver can result when someone has controlled substances without a valid prescription from a doctor. Also known as possession for personal use, all types of narcotics (with the exception of marijuana) apply to this particular law. This can be a misdemeanor or felony off...

Possession of burglary tools is a crime in Denver that involves someone intending to use an item that is meant to break into a business or residence to commit theft. This charge goes beyond simply having these items on your person, and typically results when these tools are present and you're som...

Aggravated motor vehicle theft in Denver is a crime that involves taking control of another person's car without permission. Doing so by threat or deception is also unlawful throughout Denver, Aurora, and Lakewood. Both adults and juveniles can find themselves charged with motor vehicle theft for...

Theft charges in Jefferson County, Colorado can arise when a person intentionally steals someone else's property. The value of the items is a large determining factor in this crime. When the total value of the property stolen is less than $2,000, a misdemeanor charge applies. However, if the tota...

Duty to report accidents in Denver is a law that defines the actions drivers must take after a collision that causes bodily injury or property damage. 

Threatening someone with a gun or knife can result in felony menacing charges in Boulder County. Even in situations where a deadly weapon isn't present, someone whose threat mentions a firearm or blade can be charged with a felony. Sadly, this particular charge often impacts defendants far too lo...

Accidents involving damage in Boulder, Broomfield, and Westminster require drivers to complete specific tasks immediately following a collision. However, people aren't often in the best frame of mind after a car accident. Whether you panic and drive away or purposefully speed off to avoid conflic...

Stealing items from another via force, threats, or intimidation can lead to robbery charges in Lakewood, Arvada, and Golden. 

Driving under the influence is a crime in Adams County, Colorado that sometimes spikes around the holidays. District attorneys are known to assume that any DUI arrest means the person is guilty of driving under the influence. However, many reasons exist as to why someone might speed, run a stop s...

Obstructing a peace officer in Denver, Aurora, or Lakewood is a charge that stems from interfering with police. Purposefully disrupting their activities or duties can lead to months in county jail and fines. Even a threat of force or violence against a police officer, firefighter, or EMT can be e...

Child sex assault charges in Denver, Lakewood, and Aurora can result from allegations of any sexual contact with children under 15. A four year age gap or more makes even touching private parts over the clothes unlawful when these age parameters exist. Whether a young teenager consents to these a...

It is a crime in Larimer, Weld, and Boulder County to use threats, force, or violence while interfering with an arrest. This often occurs because a person or someone close to them objects to the arrest being made and tries to take matters into their own hands. Getting in the way of an arrest is a...

In recent years misdemeanor theft in Denver, Arapahoe, and Adams County took on some new parameters when it comes to possible penalties. If a person is accused of purposefully stealing another's property valued $300 - $1,999, they face a misdemeanor theft charge. A period of county jail and fines can si...

Assault charges in Denver, Aurora, and Lakewood can result from causing bodily injury to another person. If the actions were done knowingly, recklessly, or intentionally, a wide range of criminal penalties are possible. Colorado's assault laws are complex and charges differ based on intent, prese...

With summer weather upon us, more and more drivers are hitting the road. Whether you're heading to a campsite, going to a friend's house for a small get-together, or venturing out to a restaurant you haven't been to in a while, drinking and driving can be costly. Maybe you're avoiding rideshare d...

A criminal mischief charge in Denver usually stems from allegations that you damaged someone's property. This can include destruction of a person's personal belongings, their vehicle, or even real estate. Items or property you co-own with another person aren't protected from criminal charges like...

Have you been accused of causing someone's bodily injury in Boulder or Longmont? If so, Sawyer Legal Group can help. This extraordinary risk misdemeanor carries some impactful penalties. Third degree assault charges can follow after heated arguments that become physical, altercations during a nig...

In Colorado, the juvenile justice system is designed with a focus on rehabilitation rather than punishment. This approach recognizes that young individuals have the capacity for change and that early intervention can often redirect their lives toward positive outcomes. When a minor, typically un...

So you've been arrested for your 1st DUI in Denver. Now what? The leading DUI attorneys at Sawyer Legal Group have proven strategies to challenge both the DUI arrest itself and the driver's license suspension you're facing. However, time is of the essence. Operating a vehicle drunk, high, or on o...

Obtaining a dismissal in a criminal case in Denver, Arapahoe, and El Paso County can be an exceptionally difficult challenge for a defendant. While everyone is entitled to a fair trial and the presumption of innocence, the legal system is designed in such a way that the burden of proof lies on th...

Disregarding the safety of others while operating a car can lead to a reckless driving charge in Jefferson County. As more and more drivers multitask behind the wheel, the smallest of errors can become problematic. This doesn't just apply to operating a car, truck, or van either. Bikes, e-bikes, ...

When alleged abuse of a child results in bodily injury, misdemeanor child abuse can be charged against parents, guardians, or caregivers. These charges can even result from allegations of an injury. Felony child abuse charges result when the alleged abuse results in serious bodily injury or death...