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In Colorado, there are numerous ways a person can be accused of second degree assault. To complicate things, there are potential enhancers that can also be charged in a case which can drastically change a defendant’s exposure. If you are a loved one is facing...

Understanding Express Consent Hearings in Colorado DMV DUI Cases If you’ve been arrested for a DUI in Colorado, you may be surprised to learn that you’re actually facing two separate legal battles: one in criminal court, and one with the Colorado Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV)....

Rule 35(c) Postconviction Relief in Colorado. When a person is convicted of a crime in Colorado, the criminal case may not be entirely over. If there are concerns about the fairness of the trial, the effectiveness of the defense, or the discovery of new...

Facing drug charges in Colorado can be a terrifying experience, but understanding the state’s legal framework and available defense strategies can significantly impact the outcome of your case.  If a case cannot be won on the merits or by suppressing evidence, keep in mind that Colorado’s...

Mr. Merson is a highly rated and accomplished Colorado criminal defense attorney that is committed to providing you with high quality legal representation on your Second Degree Assault charges.   If you have pending Second Degree Assault charges in Colorado, you probably have many...

Mr. Merson is a highly qualified Colorado criminal defense attorney that is committed to providing you with high quality legal representation on your pending felony charges. Colorado has a a very complex felony sentencing scheme.  Different types of felonies may or may not require...

Being investigated for a crime is terrifying.  The lack of control you may feel is unbelievable and can cause you to stumble or inadvertently make mistakes that might put you in a bad tactical position. The strategic decisions you make while under investigation for...

Colorado’s sex offender sentencing statute is unbelievably complex. There are vastly different penalties depending on how a case might be charged. Some sex assault charges require prison while others do not. Some allow for a probation sentence while others do not. James Merson is...

Facing sexual assault charges in Colorado is a serious matter that can have profound consequences on your life. However, being charged does not equate to being convicted. Understanding the legal defenses available and how they apply to your case is crucial.  If you have been charged...

(1) DMV HEARINGS A DUI charge concerns proceedings in two different settings: one in a criminal court and one in administrative court.  In Colorado, the criminal part of the charge is handled by a county court judge.  For example, a DUI charge in Frederick,...