Services

CRIMINAL LAW

 

The attorneys at Humphrey Legal are experienced in criminal defense and have years of courtroom experience. They work toward the betterment of criminal client representation as a whole. They provide an objective point of view, and help you work toward a favorable, realistic outcome, while advising you to avoid making mistakes that will cost you in court.

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DUI DEFENSE

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DUI convictions can lead to thousands of dollars in court costs, fines, license suspension, unaffordable insurance rate hikes, and possible jail time. Even those who avoid the most serious consequences may face a stigma that can cost them their job or make it harder to find future employment especially if a job requires a clean driving record.

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DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

 

Domestic violence charges are unfortunate in that they affect the entire family. Defendants are ordered to be separated from the alleged victims during the pendency of the case. It is important to work as quickly as possible to determine viability of defenses and culpability. It is also important to have an attorney who has knowledge of the treatment options available. We work to reunite families that have been affected by domestic violence, if possible.

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SEXUAL ASSAULT

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Sexual Assault cases are complex. They often involve little tangible forensic evidence and it is quite common that the evidence presented in these cases is limited to testimony. It is important to note that officers often seek to interview the defendant in these cases in order to confirm details of the allegations. Voluntarily agreeing to an interview with the police, can be detrimental. If you are familiar with the story of the Central Park Five, five young men were accused of raping a woman jogging at night in Central Park in Manhattan, New York City, New York. The five youths were innocent of the sexual assault. After hours of interviewing, some of the young men confessed to a crime they did not commit. These 'confessions' led to their convictions. It took years before they were exonerated, and the true rapist found.  This true story was made into a Netflix movie called "When They See Us."

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MISDEMEANORS

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Misdemeanors cover quality of life offenses and other minor crimes. The maximum sentence is one year in jail although fines or probation are common. Misdemeanors use an abbreviated court process with no preliminary hearing and a right to a jury only when a jail sentence is possible. Some misdemeanors in Colorado and other states carry a penalty of up to two years possible. These charges may be considered Felonies by other States and the Federal Court system. Call us today to find out the actual and collateral consequences of a conviction. These minor offenses can affect your right to own and possess a firearm.

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FELONIES

 

Felonies include the most serious crimes up to and including murder. Serious felonies are punishable by up to life in prison and prison sentences are common especially if you have a documented history of committing criminal acts. The felony process has multiple stages including an initial appearance, preliminary hearing, arraignment, and eventual jury trial.

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DRUGS

 

The “War on Drugs” has led to lengthy sentences in every drug case. Often, a more appropriate resolution is to request treatment for the underlying problem to prevent recurrences of the same conduct. Additionally, drug arrests typically call into question a number of Fourth Amendment issues that could undermine the entire prosecution.

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DEFERRALS

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For relatively minor first time offenses, a deferred prosecution may often be available. In a deferred prosecution, alternatives to a criminal conviction such as community service or a drug treatment program may be offered. If the terms are successfully followed without additional criminal charges, the original charges will be dismissed.

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VEHICULAR HOMICIDE

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If a crash was caused due to alleged DUI, reckless driving, or other traffic law violations and another driver, a passenger in any vehicle, or a pedestrian is killed, the prosecution may attempt to upgrade the charges to vehicular homicide with a significant prison term.