Criminal Law

Our criminal law articles are designed to help you better understand the nuances of the field. Navigating the information about criminal law in Colorado can be overwhelming, but you’ll find plenty of high-quality articles here to get you started. From sexual assault to domestic violence and DUI, you’ll find an abundance of articles written by the qualified staff of M. Colin Bresee’s offices. Browse our collection of articles below, then contact us to schedule your free consultation.

Bill of Particulars: What Is It? And When Can You Request It?

  What is a Bill of Particulars? In many cases, a favorite prosecution tactic is to file a complaint containing numerous counts where each count contains identical language. This is especially true is sex offense cases. In a recent case,-

Criminal Defense for Women: Accused of Murder but Acted in Self-Defense

Many women in abusive relationships often suffer years of emotional and physical violence. Violent relationships are often difficult to leave for fear of one’s life. The abuser can be controlling and manipulative in the relationship and endangerment can be increased-

What is the difference between Incest and Aggravated Incest?

What is Incest? Knowingly marrying, inflicting sexual penetration or sexual intrusion on, or subjecting to sexual contact an ancestor or descendant, including a natural child, child by adoption, or stepchild 21 years of age or older, a brother or sister-

Charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Child?

In Colorado, sexual exploitation of Children is a felony ranging from a class 5 (which can result in 1 to 8 years in prison) to class 3 felony offense (which can result in 4 to 32 years in prison). While-

Arson Charges and What To Do Next

Being charged with Arson is a very serious situation. However, arson cases are investigated a little differently than most criminal charges. This is because in an arson case, the police work hand in hand with the fire department, insurance agencies,-