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Criminal Defense
When facing criminal charges, having a skilled attorney by your side is crucial to navigating the complexities of the legal system. We understand that encountering criminal accusations can be a daunting and life-altering experience.
Mile High Legal offers comprehensive criminal defense services across the state of Colorado, handling a full spectrum of cases from minor speeding tickets to serious charges like murder. Mile High Legal is committed to fighting for the best possible outcome, advocating fiercely to protect your rights and achieve the justice you seek.
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Charged with a crime, now what?
When you’re charged with a crime, a thousand questions and concerns run through your mind. Below is a list of of some of the most frequently considered questions and answers surrounding criminal justice process.
What should I do if I am arrested?
If you are arrested, remain calm and assert your right to remain silent. Provide your identification but avoid answering any questions or making statements without your attorney present. Contact a criminal defense lawyer as soon as possible to ensure your rights are protected and to receive guidance on how to proceed.
How can a criminal defense attorney help me?
A criminal defense attorney provides expert representation by analyzing the charges against you, investigating evidence, negotiating with prosecutors, and advocating on your behalf in court. They work to build a strong defense strategy tailored to your case, aiming to reduce charges, minimize penalties, or achieve a favorable verdict.
What is the difference between a misdemeanor and a felony?
Misdemeanors are less severe offenses typically punishable by less than one year in jail and/or fines. Felonies are more serious crimes with harsher penalties, including longer prison sentences and larger fines. The classification affects the severity of the legal consequences and the long-term impact on your life.
Can I be convicted without physical evidence?
What are my rights during a criminal investigation?
What happens during a criminal trial?
What are my options if I am convicted?
If convicted, you have several options including appealing the conviction, seeking a sentence reduction, or exploring post-conviction relief. Your attorney will help you understand the available options and determine the best course of action based on the specifics of your case.
How long does a criminal case take to resolve?
The duration of a criminal case can vary widely depending on the complexity of the charges, the court’s schedule, and the specifics of the case. Some cases may be resolved quickly through plea deals or summary judgments, while others may take months or even years if they go to trial.
What should I expect during sentencing?
Can I get my criminal record expunged?
In certain cases, you may be eligible to have your criminal record expunged or sealed, which means it will no longer be accessible to the public. Eligibility for expungement depends on factors such as the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the conviction, and whether you have fulfilled all legal requirements.
If you have additional questions or need personalized legal advice, don’t hesitate to contact our office. Our experienced attorneys are here to provide the support and guidance you need during this challenging time.
What types of Criminal Defense cases do we take?
DUI / DWAI
Mile High Legal’s Denver DUI defense team protects clients facing DUI or DWAI charges, which are among Colorado’s most common criminal cases. Even first offenses can affect freedom, licenses, employment, and future opportunities. We guide clients through Colorado’s DUI laws, testing rules, and consequences, including license revocation, ignition interlock requirements, and “persistent drunk driver” status.
Our attorneys use proven strategies such as challenging stops, tests, and constitutional violations to fight charges or reduce penalties. Committed to defending our clients’ rights, Mile High Legal provides skilled legal representation, aiming to secure the best possible outcomes through negotiation, evidence challenges, or trial when necessary.
Assault
The accomplished Denver criminal defense attorneys at Mile High Legal defend clients facing assault charges ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. We understand the differences between first-, second-, and third-degree assault, as well as how domestic violence tags can increase penalties. We challenge aggressive prosecution tactics like treating strangulation as using a deadly weapon.
Our strategies include asserting self-defense, disputing intent, challenging evidence, and negotiating reduced charges. With extensive experience and proven results, we work to protect our clients’ rights, minimize consequences, and pursue the best possible outcomes in every assault case we handle.
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence charges in Colorado carry serious legal and personal consequences, often involving complex family dynamics and aggressive prosecution. At Mile High Legal, we understand the emotional and legal challenges these cases present and are committed to defending your rights.
Our strategies include challenging the “intimate relationship” designation, exposing false accusations, showing lack of intent, disputing probable cause, and seeking modifications to protection orders. We have successfully defended clients in misdemeanor and felony DV cases, achieving dismissals, acquittals, and reductions while working to protect our clients’ rights, families, and futures throughout the legal process.
Drug Possession
Drug possession charges are common in Colorado and carry penalties ranging from probation to lengthy prison sentences, depending on the substance and quantity involved. At Mile High Legal, we defend clients against possession and distribution charges by challenging evidence, exposing unlawful searches, and seeking reduced or dismissed cases.
Our strategies include arguing illegal searches, proving lack of knowledge, disputing drug quantity or lab results, and showing police mishandling evidence. We also negotiate treatment programs or deferred judgments. With a proven record of dismissals, reductions, and acquittals, we fight to protect your rights and secure the best possible outcome.
Violent Crimes
Murder and homicide charges are the most serious offenses in Colorado, carrying potential life sentences. At Mile High Legal, we bring extensive trial experience and proven results to defend clients facing these charges. In 2025, founding partner Grant Grosgebauer secured a full acquittal in one First Degree Murder case on self-defense grounds and reduced another from First Degree Murder to Manslaughter, avoiding a life sentence.
Our team has achieved multiple acquittals, dismissals, and charge reductions by exposing weak evidence and police misconduct. We are seasoned trial lawyers committed to aggressively defending clients facing murder or homicide allegations.