Experienced Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer
Any criminal investigation or arrest should be treated as extremely serious. Your future and your freedom are at risk. A conviction for even a relatively minor offense, like marijuana possession or reckless driving, can have major negative consequences including jail time, a fine, perhaps most importantly, even minor convictions may resulting in being denied employment, apartment rental or home purchase.
If you are under investigation or have been arrested, do not talk to the police. Hire a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney to act as your representative. The sooner you have a criminal defense lawyer on your side the sooner we can start working on your defense.
Philip M. Smith, Attorney At Law · Denver, Colorado
Criminal Defense Law · Free Consultations
(303) 333-8900 · E-mail
I have been practicing law for 30 years, including 16 years as a district attorney handling criminal cases. I know criminal law inside and out, and as a criminal defense lawyer, I focus on minimizing the penalties and consequences faced by my clients who are caught up in the criminal justice system.
I am available to defend my clients against any type of felony or misdemeanor criminal charge, including:
- Assault
- Domestic violence defense
- Sex offenses
- White collar crimes: White collar crimes are nonviolent or financial crimes like forgery and identity theft, embezzlement, computer crimes, check counterfeiting, property theft and other property crimes
- Drug charges : Any type of drug charge, including marijuana possession, possession with intent to distribute, drug distribution/trafficking and drug manufacturing
- Internet crimes involving child pornography
I also handle the following types of criminal charges:
- DUI offenses: Drunk driving charges like DUI/DWAI charges and vehicular homicide or assault
- Traffic offenses and DMV hearings: Speeding tickets, reckless driving arrests, and representation at DMV hearings on license revocation
- Municipal ordinance violations : Violations of city law or regulations, like solicitation, prostitution, disorderly conduct, fighting in public, possession of drug paraphernalia, and marijuana possession
Additional Criminal Defense Resources
In addition to defending clients against specific charges, I help minors get their criminal records expunged if they have been adjudicated. I also help adults determine whether they are eligible to have their criminal records sealed. I can also help you if you have questions surrounding deregistration for sex offender lists.
If you are currently under investigation or have been arrested, I also urge you to review the information on Miranda Rights and What To Expect — which breaks down the criminal justice process for different types of crimes. If you believe you have been the subject of an illegal search, I can help evaluate your case and help you identify your legal options to constructing the best criminal defense.
Contact My Office for a Free Consultation
Call for a free consultation, (303) 333-8900 or send me an e-mail.
