Navigating probation in Colorado can be overwhelming, but with the right legal guidance, it doesn’t have to be. At WeedenLaw, our team of Colorado criminal defense attorneys is dedicated to simplifying the probation process for our clients. Understanding your rights and obligations under Colorado’s probation system is crucial, whether you’re exploring probation as an alternative to incarceration or dealing with the repercussions of a probation violation.  Our goal at WeedenLaw is to provide you with the knowledge and legal support necessary to effectively navigate Colorado criminal cases ..read more

In Colorado, reckless driving is a serious driving offense that can significantly impact your life. From hefty fines and the potential loss of your driver’s license to possible jail time, it’s important to take reckless driving charges seriously.  At WeedenLaw, we understand the complexities of Colorado’s traffic laws. In this post, our criminal defense attorneys will cover key aspects of reckless driving, the potential consequences, and the strategies we use when fighting against reckless driving charges. If you’re facing a reckless driving charge, contact the Denver criminal defense att ..read more

On September 30, 2018, Angela Wimmer was on her way home from mass when she was struck from behind while sitting at a red light in Lakewood, CO. Wimmer’s Mazda was propelled forward at 43 miles per hour and proceeded to hit three other vehicles before resting in the middle of the intersection. The car was smashed inwards from its rear, with six feet of intrusion from the impact. Wimmer was found inside by nearby off duty firefighters, who described her as unresponsive in all ways except the rapid movement of her eyelashes. She was rushed to the hospital, where she lost her life.  The driv ..read more

When it comes to children and minors, they are at high risk for being either victims or perpetrators of a crime. From a victim standpoint, children are especially vulnerable and prone to attacks from adults and other kids or teenagers. On the other hand, when a child commits a crime, they are vulnerable to the far-reaching consequences that come with it. Not only in the matter of punishment for their crimes, but with the potential of repeating that type of conduct. Even small offenses might establish a habit or behavior that lasts into adulthood. Although there is no way to completely eliminat ..read more

Criminal cases can be incredibly stressful, especially for first-time offenders, and being formally charged with a crime can feel like the end of the world. But are prosecutors able to add or change charges before a person goes to trial? Can the charges be changed while the trial is ongoing? Understanding how criminal charges work and how prosecutors can modify them is crucial in any criminal case. Luckily, Denver criminal defense attorney Jeff Weeden is here to help those accused of a crime understand all of the charges they’re up against. If you have been accused of a crime in Colorado, Atto ..read more

In Colorado criminal law, a criminal defendant is presumed innocent until the prosecuting attorney can prove guilt beyond a reasonable doubt for the crime charged. While you often tend to hear these phrases on legal television shows, you may still wonder what they actually mean.  In this blog post, the knowledgeable criminal defense attorneys from WeedenLaw explain reasonable doubt and how our law firm can help establish it during your criminal case. If you’re facing a criminal conviction, contact Denver criminal defense lawyer Jeff Weeden at (720) 307-4330 or complete our online intake f ..read more

As residents of Colorado, it’s essential to understand the legal system, especially when it comes to the state’s criminal statute of limitations. Colorado’s statute of limitations is a crucial aspect of our criminal justice system, as it determines the timeframe in which charges can be filed against a person for a particular offense. As you might imagine, this knowledge can be invaluable when dealing with legal matters. In this blog post, our Denver criminal defense attorneys at WeedenLaw delve into Colorado’s criminal statute of limitations for a variety of different crimes in Colorado, from ..read more

The Role of Polygraph Tests in Denver, Colorado Colorado criminal defense attorney Jeff Weeden understands the pivotal role that polygraph tests can play in legal proceedings. The admissibility of polygraph examination results in Colorado’s courts and criminal investigations is a matter of significance and complexity. At WeedenLaw, our dedicated team of seasoned criminal defense lawyers recognizes that while polygraph tests are employed as tools for truth verification, their admissibility remains contingent upon a range of factors, with the most important being the courts’ evaluation of their ..read more

Denver criminal defense attorney Jeff Weeden was recently quoted in a Denver Post article regarding the delayed return of Memphis Grizzlies’ player Ja Morant. The NBA suspended Morant for 8 games without pay for posting a video of himself to social media brandishing a firearm in a Denver nightclub. Weeden stated, “It may have all been laughter and champagne, but under the eyes of the law, it can get to be a serious situation.” Jeff Weeden, a skilled and experienced attorney, is known for his dedication to upholding the law and protecting the rights of his clients. His comments on the situation ..read more

Criminal charges are, for the most part, categorized as either a misdemeanor or a felony. However, in Colorado, certain crimes might be considered a “wobbler.” A wobbler is neither a misdemeanor nor a felony, but rather, both. This means that the charge can “wobble” between the two, depending on the type of crime and how it is charged and sentenced.  Wobbler crimes can be quite confusing for those accused. In this post, our Denver criminal defense attorneys at WeedenLaw will explain in further detail the definition of a wobbler crime as it relates to drug offenses and what that might mean ..read more