Charged with a Misdemeanor in Colorado? Don’t Wait to Defend Your Rights

Misdemeanors in Colorado can result in jail time, heavy fines, and a permanent criminal record, in addition to various collateral consequences. If you are charged with a misdemeanor, it's important to take quick action and hire a qualified criminal defense lawyer.

Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C. provides top criminal defense services for misdemeanor cases in the Denver, Broomfield, Longmont, and Loveland region.

Get Early Legal Guidance for Colorado Misdemeanors

Whether it be drug charges or a DUI, early legal guidance for misdemeanors is essential for creating favorable outcomes. Without a skilled lawyer by your side from the beginning, you risk:

• Saying something during questioning that could harm your case
• Missing opportunities to prevent or reduce charges
• Taking a less-than-ideal plea bargain
• Overlooking options to avoid a criminal record

How Serious is a Misdemeanor in Colorado?

While less serious than felonies, misdemeanor convictions can still result in jail time and hefty fines. For example, a Class 1 misdemeanor in Colorado can result in up to 364 days in jail and a fine of $1,000.

A misdemeanor crime will show up on your criminal record unless it has been expunged or sealed. As such, misdemeanors can make it more difficult to secure employment, housing, or professional licenses, especially a domestic violence charge.

Due to their far-ranging impacts, you should treat a misdemeanor as earnestly as you would any criminal charge.

How Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C. Fights Misdemeanor Charges

At Jorgensen, Brownell & Pepin, P.C., we pride ourselves on clear communication, team collaboration, and timely results. Since the key to winning any case is in the details, we put a team of experts behind every misdemeanor charge.

During your initial consultation, we examine your case and explore the best options. After we decide the best path forward, our team digs into evidence, looks for mistakes made by police, negotiates with prosecutors, and gets ready to defend you in court if needed.

Regardless of the severity of your case, our team will be your fiercest advocates until the very end. Having a skilled lawyer on a misdemeanor case is the best way to avoid jail time, hefty fines, and damage to your future.

How are Misdemeanors Classified in Colorado?

Sentencing for misdemeanors in Colorado can vary greatly. However, there are some baseline numbers you can follow to get a feel for the severity of these charges.

Exceptions to the Above Penalties

Please note that certain factors related to the alleged crime and your criminal record can change misdemeanor sentencing in Colorado.

• Drug charges: Drug charges are classified separately as Level 1 and Level 2 drug misdemeanors. Yet, they carry similar penalties to normal misdemeanors.
• Traffic offenses: Traffic misdemeanors are classified separately as Class 1 and Class 2 offenses. Sentencing for traffic offenses is generally lighter than for normal misdemeanors.
• Prior criminal record: If you have a prior criminal record, in certain circumstances, your sentencing may be harsher.

You can usually determine the class of misdemeanor you’re facing by reviewing the paperwork given to you by law enforcement at the time of your charge or arraignment. If you have questions about your case, please contact us so we can review your situation.

Don’t Face Criminal Charges Alone: Contact Our Team Today!

If you’re charged with a misdemeanor, our Colorado legal defense team will minimize damage to your future. We’ve fought many misdemeanor cases that resulted in sentencing reductions, case dismissals, and acquittals. We’re here to help!