Top 5 Things to Do if You Are Arrested
Many people don't know how to act, what to do, or what to say if they are arrested. For your benefit, we are providing you with our Top 5 list of things to do (or not do) if you are arrested:
Restraining Orders
Restraining orders (TROs) start out as temporary (temporary restraining order-TRO), but can be made permanent. Once permanent, a restraining order can last in perpetuity (forever). Restraining orders, or orders of protection, are often sought in domestic violence cases. In some situations, a judge may include in his or her Order that you not be allowed to carry a weapon, which can affect your employment opportunities, such as security guard or police officer, as well as recreational activities, such as hunting.
Domestic Violence
If you are convicted of domestic violence, in addition to a permanent criminal record, you will not be allowed to possess a weapon, which means you will not be able to go hunting. Also, you will be required to attend domestic violence counseling for 36 weeks. Please do not attempt to contact your significant other or the person you allegedly assaulted. Chances are excellent they already have a C.R.S. 18-1-1001 restraining order in place, and any contact by you is a separate crime and can be charged as a separate offense, as well as viewed as witness tampering.
Drug Offenses
Drug crimes are serious. Whether you are charged with a state drug crime or federal drug crime, the consequences can be devastating, especially for Schedule II drugs and narcotics (e.g., cocaine, methamphetamines or meth, heroin, and other narcotics). Therefore, particularly for sentencing, you should retain an experienced criminal defense lawyer who has the trial experience, knowledge, and background to present the best possible case to a jury or to negotiate with the prosecutor. Do Not Discuss Your Case With Anyone Except Your Attorney. At the Law Offices of C. Robert Biondino, Jr., P.C.
DUI License Revocation - DMV Hearings
We understand the serious consequences of a DUI conviction, including possible jail time, losing your driving privileges, higher insurance rates, high fines, and a permanent criminal record. That is why the Colorado DUI defense team at the Law Offices of C. Robert Biondino, Jr., P.C. aggressively fights against DUI charges. Assuming that you have already been arrested, and as stated in our Top 5 Things to Do if You Are Arrested page, do not speak to anyone (especially the police or DA) without the advice of an experienced DUI-DWI attorney.
