May 31
Juveniles held in custody in Colorado have the same freedoms taken from them as the adults in the neighboring courtrooms. However for years they were denied the right to a court appointed lawyer to help them assert their constitutional rights. Now that has all changed. May 30, 2014, Children and teens who are in custody and charged with Colorado crimes, are entitled to a lawyer whenever they face a judge such as the critically important detention … Read The Rest
Mar 25
By H. Michael Steinberg – Colorado Juvenile Criminal Defense Lawyer – Email the Author at [email protected] Colorado Juvenile Defense – What To Do When Your Child Is Under Arrest – When the phone rings late at night and you learn your child is under arrest or being questioned by the police – what do you do? This article contains practical advice on how to proceed.. First – Should You Retain A Colorado Juvenile Criminal Defense … Read The Rest
Aug 22
By H. Michael Steinberg Colorado Juvenile Criminal Lawyer Colorado Juveniles IN CUSTODY Have The Right To A Parent’s Presence At Questioning – 19-2-511. BUT Juveniles questioned OUT OF CUSTODY – DO NOT. It is widely believed – and I am often asked – if school authorities and or police officers can question their children without the parent’s permission or presence. The shocking answer is yes – they can. The answer is always in the law – … Read The Rest