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AV Preeminent Peer Rated Attorneys
Fort Collins Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Burnham Law

4.5
92 Reviews
  • 3538 JFK Parkway, Suite 1, Fort Collins, CO 80525+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 32 lawyers3 awards

  • Burnham Law is an elite litigation firm serving all of Colorado with a team of top-rated associates & paralegals. We focus on Family Law, Criminal Defense, Civil Litigation... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Civil Litigation, and 2 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

Miguel Mondragon
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Markus Law

5.0
15 Reviews
  • 19 Old Town Square, Suite 238, Fort Collins, CO 80524

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • At Markus Law, we understand that legal challenges can be overwhelming and stressful. Based in Larimer and Weld Counties, our firm is committed to offering affordable and... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Estate Planning

Ryan Markus
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Bachus & Schanker, LLC

4.6
132 Reviews
  • 2630 Illinois Drive, Fort Collins, CO 80525+5 locations

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers2 awards

  • The top personal injury attorneys at Bachus & Schanker serve injury victims and plaintiffs, never insurance companies. Every case receives personal care, with guidance available... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Workers Compensation, and 15 more

  • Free Consultation

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  • 2580 E Harmony Road, Suite 201, Fort Collins, CO 80528+4 locations

  • Law Firm with 17 lawyers2 awards

  • Johnson Law Group focuses on family law and mediation. As attorneys, we take the time to understand your interests and concerns in order to fully advocate for your rights, no... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDivorce, Child Protection, and 22 more

  • 155 East Boardwalk Drive, Suite 400, Fort Collins, CO 80525+2 locations

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • The Law Office of Monte J. Robbins, Esq. is a dedicated legal firm adeptly focused in DUI cases, criminal defense, traffic charges, juvenile proceedings, and DMV hearings across... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI, DWAI, and 23 more

  • Free Consultation

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Monte J. Robbins
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Samuelson Law, P.C.

4.9
49 Reviews
  • 215 West Oak Street, Suite 601, Fort Collins, CO 80521

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Named Colorado Defender of the YearTop 100 Trial LawyerDefending clients in Fort Collins, Loveland and Greeley

  • Criminal Law LawyersFelonies, Misdemeanors, and 8 more

  • Free Consultation

Derek Samuelson
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 155 E. Boardwalk DriveSuite 400, Fort Collins, CO 80525

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersChild Custody, Family, and 11 more

Lisa Doman
Criminal Law Lawyer
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K. Harwich, LLC

Not yet reviewed
  • 204 Walnut Street, Unit F, Fort Collins, CO 80524

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • A law firm practicing criminal defense law.

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, Family Law Litigation, and 2 more

Kara Harwich
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 318 East Oak Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • Strength, Integrity and Experience in providing quality legal services to individuals and businesses throughout the community.

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Formation, Planning and Operation Assistance, Bankruptcy, and 20 more

Gregory S. Bell
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 155 East Boardwalk, Suite 400, Fort Collins, CO 80525

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Top Criminal Defense Law Firm with more than 60 years of combined criminal defense experience. When charged with a crime, time is of the essence and it is imperative that you get... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

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  • 123 North College Ave, Suite 160, Fort Collins, CO 80524+6 locations

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Hoggatt Law Office, P.C. specializes in personal injury, auto accident, and workers' compensation claims. No upfront fees. Call 970-372-2432 or visit www.hoggattlaw.com.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, and 19 more

  • Free Consultation

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Darby Hoggatt
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 634 Remington Street, Fort Collins, CO 80524-3025

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Trouble With the Law? Let Us Help.

  • Criminal Law LawyersFelony, Misdemeanor, and 19 more

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Andrew L. Bertrand
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 405 Mason Ct., Ste. 115B, Fort Collins, CO 80524

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Former District Attorney. Named one of the Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Lawyers in Colorado in 2014. Free Consultations and 24 hour a day service.

  • Criminal Law LawyersDUI/DWAI, Traffic Violations, and 20 more

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Kent J. Leier
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Keep Law

Not yet reviewed
  • 155 E Boardwalk Drive, Suite 400, Fort Collins, CO 80525

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Keep Safe! Keep Law!

  • Criminal Law LawyersWills, Trusts and Estates, and 4 more

  • Appointments Available

Samuel A. Kornfeld
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 8 lawyers2 awards

  • A Littleton Law Firm With A Statewide Practice Established in 1959

  • Criminal Law LawyersGeneral Practice Firm, Alternative Dispute Resolution, and 30 more

  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 5 lawyers2 awards

  • Strength, Integrity and Experience in providing quality legal services to individuals and businesses throughout the community.

  • Criminal Law LawyersBusiness Formation, Planning and Operation Assistance, Bankruptcy, and 20 more

Gregory S. Bell
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Keep Law

Not yet reviewed
  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer

  • Keep Safe! Keep Law!

  • Criminal Law LawyersWills, Trusts and Estates, and 4 more

  • Appointments Available

Samuel A. Kornfeld
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • Serving Fort Collins, CO

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Criminal Defense and Personal Injury

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense and Personal Injury, Murder/Homicide, and 88 more

  • Free Consultation

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  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Top Criminal Defense Law Firm with more than 60 years of combined criminal defense experience. When charged with a crime, time is of the essence and it is imperative that you get... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersCriminal Defense, DUI/DWI, and 22 more

  • Free Consultation

  • Offers Video

  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers3 awards

  • With over a century of collective legal experience, the attorneys of the Bagley Law Firm are among Colorado's best. From family law and criminal defense to personal injury,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersFamily Law, Divorce, and 19 more

  • Serving Fort Collins, CO

  • Law Firm with 2 lawyers2 awards

  • Top 100 trial lawyers 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 & 2013. Talk Directly to an Attorney, Not a Case Administrator. Free Initial Consultation on All Cases.

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Accidents, and 28 more

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Phil Harding
Managing Partner
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  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 12 lawyers2 awards

  • We are Colorado's longest established law firm, representing Coloradans since 1871. We pride ourselves in taking care of clients from cradle to grave. If we cant help you with... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersConstruction Defects, Personal Injury, and 580 more

Ramos Law

4.8
49 Reviews
  • Serving Fort Collins, CO and Larimer County, Colorado

  • Law Firm with 32 lawyers2 awards

  • Joseph Ramos built Ramos Law on a solid foundation of expertise, experience, understanding, and, above all, customer service. We treat every current or potential client, like you,... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Auto Accidents, and 14 more

  • Free Consultation

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Tae Darnell
Criminal Law Lawyer
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Bachus & Schanker, LLC

4.6
135 Reviews
  • Serving Fort Collins, CO

  • Law Firm with 7 lawyers2 awards

  • The top personal injury attorneys at Bachus & Schanker serve injury victims and plaintiffs, never insurance companies. Every case receives personal care, with guidance available... Read More

  • Criminal Law LawyersPersonal Injury, Workers Compensation, and 15 more

  • Free Consultation

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Corey Holton
Criminal Law Lawyer
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  • 417 W. Mountain Ave., Fort Collins, CO 80521

  • 125 South Howes, Suite 900, Fort Collins, CO 80522

  • 19 Old Town Sq., Ste. 238, Fort Collins, CO 80524-2486

  • 419 W. Oak, Fort Collins, CO 80521-2610

  • 322 Oak St., Fort Collins, CO 80524

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Criminal defense lawyers represent individuals accused of committing crimes, ranging from minor offenses to serious felonies. They investigate the case, challenge evidence presented by the prosecution, negotiate plea bargains, and defend the client in court. Their primary duty is to protect the accused's constitutional rights and ensure a fair legal process.

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Commonly Asked Criminal Law Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

Can I fire my public defender

David B Harrison
Answered by attorney David B Harrison (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Miller & Harrison, LLC
Public defnders do get busy and often aren't as good as you might hope in staying in touch. BUT they are very good lawyers that know what they are doing in the criminal courts. The public defenders I know work very hard on their cases and try to get the best possible result for the client - but they often do not have time to keep the client informed at every step of the process. If you fire your public defender, you may end up on your own needing to pay for a lawyer. If you can do that, I am sure there are many lawyers who will be happy to talk to you and work on yoru case. 
Public defnders do get busy and often aren't as good as you might hope in staying in touch. BUT they are very good lawyers that know what they are doing in the criminal courts. The public defenders I know work very hard on their cases and try to get the best possible result for the client - but they often do not have time to keep the client informed at every step of the process. If you fire your public defender, you may end up on your own needing to pay for a lawyer. If you can do that, I am sure there are many lawyers who will be happy to talk to you and work on yoru case. 
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How to proceed or move forward. Do I talk to the detective or hire a lawyer Immediatly

David B Harrison
Answered by attorney David B Harrison (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Miller & Harrison, LLC
They may be trying to decide whether to ask you to be an informant and set up some buys in exchange for now charging you.  Be careful if you do that - you may have to be a witness in the case of anyone you set up and also they require a certain number of buys at certain quantities often.  OR they may be testing the substance to make sure it is heroine before charging you.  You should not contact the detective (you did the right thing not giving a statement), not talk to him/her and just wait to hear from them. 
They may be trying to decide whether to ask you to be an informant and set up some buys in exchange for now charging you.  Be careful if you do that - you may have to be a witness in the case of anyone you set up and also they require a certain number of buys at certain quantities often.  OR they may be testing the substance to make sure it is heroine before charging you.  You should not contact the detective (you did the right thing not giving a statement), not talk to him/her and just wait to hear from them. 
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Can someone who is tried for a crime be their own representation?

Jared Clayton Austin
Answered by attorney Jared Clayton Austin (Unclaimed Profile)
Criminal Law lawyer at Austin Legal Services, PLC
He should be able to as long as he is deemed competent enough to do so. The judge may require that he have a licensed attorney assisting him though. Even though he can represent himself, I would strongly discourage it, especially if he wants to take the case to trial. The criminal justice system and criminal procedure is far too complex and too much is at stake to go at it alone. He needs a trained professional to help navigate him through.
He should be able to as long as he is deemed competent enough to do so. The judge may require that he have a licensed attorney assisting him though. Even though he can represent himself, I would strongly discourage it, especially if he wants to take the case to trial. The criminal justice system and criminal procedure is far too complex and too much is at stake to go at it alone. He needs a trained professional to help navigate him through.
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