All drug felonies in Colorado are serious matters. If convicted of a drug felony, you will face possible jail time and be classified as a felon. Convicted felons lose certain rights that others enjoy, such as the right to own or possess firearms. If you have been charged with class 4 felony drug possession or any other class 4 drug felony, The Ferrell Law Firm, PLLC, can help. With a former prosecutor and experienced trial lawyers on staff, we...
Read MoreFacing criminal charges can be one of the most challenging experiences of someone’s life. To make matters worse, finding a good criminal defense attorney on a budget is a difficult task. The news is filled with high-profile people hiring costly attorneys to help them fight legal accusations. It can feel like finding an affordable criminal defense lawyer in Denver means cutting corners and settling for a sub-par defense. This could not be further from the truth. High-quality and affordable...
Read MoreWondering if drug possession is a felony in Colorado? Yes, drug possession in Colorado can be a felony sometimes, but not all the time. There are a variety of factors that can impact whether you are charged with a felony or a misdemeanor. And whether the prosecutor charges you with a misdemeanor or felony can make a world of difference in the severity of penalties you might face. A felony conviction could mean higher fines, more post-conviction limitations on...
Read MoreIf you are charged with your 3rd DUI in Colorado, you know you are in hot water but might wonder how much jail time you face. While a 3rd DUI in Colorado is generally not a felony offense, the consequences are steep. Third-Offense DUI Penalties The statutory penalties for a 3rd DUI in Colorado increase significantly from second offense penalties. A third DUI conviction is punishable by the following: A minimum 60-day consecutive jail sentence for a third DUI...
Read MoreUnderstanding DUI Charges in Colorado: When a Misdemeanor Turns into a Felony In Colorado, a DUI is generally considered a misdemeanor. However, it can escalate to a Class 4 felony under certain circumstances. This typically happens if the violation occurs after three or more prior convictions for DUI, DUI per se, or DWAI; vehicular homicide, as described in section 18-3-106 (1) (b), C.R.S.; vehicular assault, and so on. A felony DUI is the worst offense you can be charged...
Read MoreIf you are facing a second DUI in Colorado, you are likely familiar with the process but fearful of the consequences. If you are charged with a 2nd DUI in Colorado, the potential penalties increase substantially. 2nd DUI Colorado Penalties Although a second DUI offense is still generally considered a misdemeanor, it has the potential for substantial penalties. A second DUI in Colorado, if convicted, is punishable by the following: If your first DUI conviction was within the last...
Read MoreIf you were recently pulled over for a first offense DUI in Colorado, you are undoubtedly anxious and uncertain about what will happen. You may be wondering, what can you do to reduce the charge or your potential exposure at sentencing? While the legislature leaves little wiggle room for discretion by the prosecutor or judge, there are certain things you can do to remedy or reduce the consequences of a DUI in Colorado, even as a first offense. We...
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