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Crimes happen and when they do people need the help of a qualified attorney ready to offer legal representation. No matter your criminal defense needs I am here to help you. I offer a free consultation to discuss your situation. I will be able to provide an assessment of your legal problem and provide aRead more

A man was arrested recently and pleads not guilty to burglary, indecent exposure and illegal possession of a firearm. Apparently a naked and presumed drunken felon took advantage of his neighbor’s unlocked dog door and squeezed his way into their house and up to her bedroom door. The Mrs. was alone with her three dogsRead more

At least 5% of all losses come from employee theft and many of those employees are between the ages of 20-27. Busy business owners fail to oversee their most valuable commodity, their livelihood. Young adults have a false sense of power and privilege when promoted to “management” and given full access to cash, cash cardsRead more

On April 4, 2013 Xavier McDaniel, 20, allegedly entered a unlocked apartment and attempted to sexually assault a teen aged girl. He is being held without bail at Jefferson County Detention Center. McDaniels’ first appearance in court is Monday. Bond amount and terms will be set at that time. McDaniel has been charged with 1stRead more

Providing Topnotch Criminal Justice for over Three Decades First, second or third time in criminal court? Bring experience and knowledge to your side by choosing Denver’s best, most qualified criminal attorney, Phil Smith. Philip will fight for you, your livelihood and future because each client deserves the respect, dignity and personal investment that his law careerRead more

Construction zones are everywhere and navigating them in the Denver metro area is challenging for even the best drivers. When a person drives into an unexpected two lane roadway, danger looms. If that person is under the influence, disaster looms. That is exactly what happened early May 24, 2014. An unnamed suspected DUI driver andRead more

Someone almost always get arrested as a result of a 911 call for domestic violence. Don’t find yourself wearing handcuffs as an accessory. Colorado revised statutes (law) 18.6.800.3 defines domestic violence as: “Domestic violence” means an act or threatened act of violence upon a person with whom the actor is or has been involved inRead more

Colorado State Patrol issued a press release January 12, 2013 warning drivers that it is still against the law to drive under the influence of marijuana.  Although Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed Amendment 64 into law December 10, 2012, driving under the influence of marijuana puts all drivers at risk.  Possession and personal use ofRead more

Sesame Street has produced a short but important video about children of incarcerated parents in hopes of helping them understand they are not alone and that their feelings are valid. Talking with children of all ages is challenging. But, talking to little ones about their feelings or behavior when daddy or mommy is in jailRead more

Post traumatic stress disorder affects veterans returning to civilian life at such a high rate it is staggering. Behaviors associated with PTSD often leads to criminal activity and until recently our criminal courts were unable to address the specific needs of military personnel. The 18th Judicial District of Colorado opened a new specialty court devotedRead more