Criminal Defense — Protect your rights from the first call

Under investigation, recently arrested, or facing charges in Colorado? Tactical Lawyers defends misdemeanors, felonies, DUI/DWAI, and white‑collar matters. We intervene early to safeguard your rights, pressure-test the evidence, and pursue the most favorable outcome—diversion, dismissal, reduction, or trial defense.

  • Immediate guidance before interviews or statements; assert and preserve your rights.
  • Evidence challenges: stop/search validity, Miranda, testing procedures, and chain of custody.
  • Practical resolutions: diversion, deferred judgments, and plea strategies where appropriate.
  • Trial‑ready preparation and mitigation plans to protect your work, license, and future.
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Based in Castle Rock and serving the Denver metro, with growing state coverage. Same‑day response for urgent matters.

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Who we help

We represent first‑time and repeat defendants, people under active investigation, students and professionals, and licensed individuals (healthcare, financial, commercial drivers) who must mitigate collateral risks to careers, immigration status, and records.

  • Individuals contacted by police or served with subpoenas
  • Defendants facing DUI/DWAI, theft, assault, or drug allegations
  • White‑collar investigations (fraud, embezzlement, securities)
  • Juvenile matters and families seeking protective solutions
  • Probation violations and post‑conviction issues
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Cases we handle

  • DUI/DWAI including license and DMV collateral issues
  • White‑collar crimes and grand jury investigations
  • Assault, harassment, and domestic‑relations‑related allegations
  • Theft, burglary, and property crimes
  • Drug possession and distribution charges
  • Juvenile cases and probation violations
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Our approach: early intervention, evidence challenges, and practical resolutions

From the first call, we focus on protecting your rights and shaping the record. We push for favorable bond terms, preserve surveillance and body‑cam footage, and move quickly on suppression issues. When diversion or reductions are on the table, we pair them with mitigation that protects employment and licensing. When trial is the right path, we prepare like it.

  • Same‑day response for arrests and investigations
  • Discovery and evidence audits: stop, search, testing, and lab protocols
  • Suppression and constitutional motion practice; negotiation leverage
  • Mitigation plans: treatment, classes, and documented community ties

For neutral primers on rights and procedure, see the Legal Information Institute on Miranda warnings and criminal procedure .

Process & timeline

Criminal case steps

  1. Investigation or arrest: assert rights; contact counsel immediately
  2. Bond and conditions: advocate for release and reasonable terms
  3. Arraignment: enter plea; schedule; initial negotiations begin
  4. Discovery: review police reports, videos, forensics; preserve evidence
  5. Motions: suppress, dismiss, and limit evidence where lawful
  6. Resolution: diversion, plea, or trial; sentencing mitigation as needed

Collateral consequences planning

  • Employment and background checks; timing of disclosures
  • Professional licensing and mandatory reporting
  • Immigration risks and travel restrictions (case‑specific)
  • Driver’s license and DMV actions—see DUI guidance

Timelines vary by charge, court schedules, and evidence complexity. We outline milestones early and keep you informed at each step.

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Fees & billing

Criminal matters are typically billed via retainers and hourly rates, with clear written scopes. For certain misdemeanors and first‑appearances, limited flat‑fee options may be available. We explain costs, likely phases, and decision points upfront so you can plan effectively.

  • Transparent engagement letter outlining services and phases
  • Predictable scope for discrete hearings when appropriate
  • Written updates on budgets and options at key milestones

What impacts cost?

  • Charge severity, number of counts, and prior record
  • Volume and type of discovery (videos, forensic testing, experts)
  • Motion practice and whether a trial is required
  • Urgency (custody status, deadlines) and court venue
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What to bring to your consultation

Bring what you have—don’t delay the call because something’s missing. We prioritize immediate next steps and request additional items as needed.

  • Citations, complaints, summonses, or warrants; any bond paperwork
  • Police reports (if available) and any photos, texts, or videos
  • Names of witnesses and relevant timelines or locations
  • For DUI/DWAI: testing paperwork, DMV notices, and medical records
  • Professional license or employment considerations we should protect
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Frequently asked questions

Quick answers to immediate defense concerns.

Should I talk to police without a lawyer?
Exercise your right to counsel. We advise before any interviews or statements to avoid misunderstandings and to protect your rights. Early guidance often improves outcomes.
Can charges be reduced or dismissed?
It depends on the facts, the law, and the quality of the evidence. We analyze stops, searches, testing, and witness statements; then we pursue dismissal, suppression, diversion, or negotiated reductions where viable.
Will a conviction affect my job or license?
Some charges trigger background, licensing, or immigration issues. We build mitigation and advise on disclosures to protect employment and professional credentials whenever possible.
Will I lose my driver’s license after a DUI/DWAI arrest?
DMV actions run on a separate track with strict deadlines. Contact us immediately to preserve hearing rights and explore restricted license options. See our DUI/DWAI page for next steps.
What happens at arraignment?
The court advises you of charges and rights, and sets future dates. We address bond and conditions and begin negotiations while we request and review discovery.
Do you take urgent, after‑hours matters?
Yes—contact us and we will respond promptly to address time‑sensitive issues such as custody status, interviews, or upcoming hearings.

Act now—speak with a defense lawyer today

We’ll outline your options, a realistic timeline, and immediate steps to protect your rights—before statements are made and deadlines pass.

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Page last updated: September 12, 2025