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COLORADO SPRINGS TRIAL LAWYER
experienced and professional attorney - 29 years
traffic and criminal defense private practice in Colorado state and
municipal courts |
ROBERT D. GUSTAFSON
ATTORNEY AT LAW
6538 Charter
Drive
Colorado Springs, CO 80918-1335
Phone (719)
260-1002
Fax (719) 260-1003 *
Toll Free (800) 410-1002 |
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Colorado Springs, criminal
defense attorney, felony offenses, misdemeanor offenses, petty offenses,
domestic violence, shoplifting, theft, burglary, prostitution, sealing
criminal records, DUI, traffic ticket defense, Colorado trial practice 29
years, Colorado Springs, Colorado, attorney, lawyer, criminal defense,
felony, misdemeanor, petty offense, driving under the influence, DUI
Colorado Springs, domestic violence Colorado Springs, traffic ticket,
traffic defense, harassment, assault, menacing, weapon, statute of
limitations, deferred sentence, sealing criminal records |
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NO STATEMENTS
LAW ENFORCEMENT * PROSECUTORS
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Admissions made by a criminal defendant may be admissible in the prosecutor's
case in chief. At the of investigation or arrest or subsequent thereto, no criminal defendant should discuss a case with or make
any statements whatsoever to any law enforcement officer, prosecutor, witness,
the alleged victim, an insurance adjuster or any other third person.
Prosecutors
will not hesitate to file intimidation of witness felony charges, and your
statements are admissible in a trial or motions hearing. You have the
absolute right to remain silent even if police don't tell you. Exercise
that right. In some circumstances, no statutory
privilege exists with respect to medical providers (doctor, nurse, etc),
counselors (psychologist, psychiatrist), clergy (minister, priest) or spouse
(husband, wife) - only the attorney-client privilege exists. Consult with your attorney before
talking.
When the police
call or drop by, don't talk to them.
Simply say at the outset that you wish to remain silent & want an
attorney.
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RIGHT AGAINST UNREASONABLE SEARCH & SEIZURE |
NO CONSENT - NO VOLUNTARY SEARCH
NO WAIVER OF OTHER RIGHTS |
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When a criminal suspect voluntarily gives permission for police or law
enforcement to search, items found in that search will likely be admissible as
evidence. Conversely, searches without a warrant are presumed unlawful
with some exceptions. Evidence found as a result of an unlawful search may
be suppressed (excluded from admission) as a fruit of the poisonous tree.
Every citizen has the constitutional right to be free from unreasonable search
and seizure. Never consent to a search or seizure without advice of legal
counsel. Let law enforcement procure a warrant or face possible
constitutional challenge to the evidence.
Similarly, no other rights should be waived by any criminal suspect or defendant
without advice from counsel. If you aren't certain what your rights are at
the time of the police request, simply say no - I need to speak to an attorney.
When the police drop by, don't
admit them absent a warrant. Don't consent to any search.
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CRIMINAL DEFENDANT
DEMEANOR |
Defense attorneys frequently see the police report phrase:
"suspect was cooperative." Law
enforcement officers will do what they will do regardless of your cooperation -
it won't help and may likely hurt your court case defense.
This attorney advises clients to remain silent and be courteous, calm and in
control of your emotions. Politely decline any police requests,
making the statement you need to consult with legal counsel before giving
a response, that you exercise your right to remain silent and request presence of an attorney.
Do not agree or consent to any search or seizure.
You have the right to remain silent
in court and the right to presence of defense counsel for all court proceedings.
If you have not yet retained but plan to do so, advise prosecutors and the judge
that you exercise your right to remain silent and want an attorney present with
you. Do not discuss the facts of your case and do not make any admissions.
Ask the court for additional time
to hire counsel.
You have the right to
presence of and advice of defense counsel. Assertion of your rights may be done in a courteous
manner, but exercise your
rights. Don't cave in to your fears or to your preconceptions
of "what you are required to do."
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CRIMINAL
LAW DEFENSE
FELONY OFFENSES *
MISDEMEANOR OFFENSES
PETTY OFFENSES *
TRAFFIC OFFENSES |
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FELONY
OFFENSES AND MISDEMEANOR OFFENSES
Harassment
& Stalking,
Third
Degree Assault,
Second
Degree Assault,
Menacing
- Felony or Misdemeanor,
Violation
of a Restraining Order,
False
Imprisonment,
Criminal
Mischief,
Obstruction
of Telephone,
Wiretapping,
Eavesdropping,
Perjury,
False Swearing & False Reporting
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NOTICE: I NO LONGER ACCEPT CASES:
SEXUAL ASSAULT (RAPE) or SEXUAL ASSAULT ON A CHILD |
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GENERAL
CRIMINAL OFFENSES
FELONIES AND
MISDEMEANORS |
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Property and Dishonesty
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Theft - Felony & Misdemeanor, Petty Theft & Shoplifting,
Trespassing, Burglary, Theft of Rental Property, Aggravated Motor Vehicle Theft, Theft
by Receiving, Theft of Cable Service, Giving False Information to a
Pawnbroker, Criminal Trespass, Criminal Tampering, Defacing Property,
Forgery, Issuance of Bad Check, Uttering a False Instrument, Criminal
Impersonation, Altering Identification Number, Bribery, Embezzlement, Unauthorized Use of a
Financial Transaction Device, Unauthorized or Fraudulent Use of Guaranteed
Check Card or Credit Card, Computer Crime, Gaming Offenses |
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Crimes Against Person
Manslaughter, Criminally Negligent Homicide,
Second
Degree Assault,
Third
Degree Assault, Fighting,
Menacing
- Felony or Misdemeanor,
Harassment
& Stalking,
Violation
of a Restraining Order,
False
Imprisonment,
Criminal
Mischief, Criminal Extortion,
Misdemeanor Child Abuse, Reckless
Endangerment, Violation of a Custody Order, Kidnapping,
Extortion - Blackmail |
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Drugs
Schedule I, Schedule II, Schedule III, Schedule IV, Schedule V
Unlawful Use of a Controlled Substance
Unlawful Distribution, Manufacturing, Dispensing, Sale or Possession
Offenses Relating to Marihuana or Marijuana Concentrate
Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Manufacturing * Sale or
Distribution of Drug Paraphernalia |
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Government Operations
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Obstructing Government Operations, Obstructing a Peace
Officer, Resisting Arrest, False Reporting to Authorities, Escape,
Violation of Bail Bond Conditions,
Perjury,
False Swearing & False Reporting, Intimidation of
Witness or Juror, Intentionally Setting Wildfire, Foreign Matter on
Highway - Littering - Throwing Lighted Cigarette, Cigar or Burning
Materials on Highway |
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Public Peace, Order &
Dignity
Obstruction
of Telephone,
Wiretapping,
Eavesdropping,
Abuse of Telephone, Gambling, Loitering, Dog at Large, Cruelty to Animals,
Unlawful Ownership of Dangerous Dog |
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Firearms & Weapons
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Possession of Dangerous Weapon, Unlawful Concealed Weapon, Unlawful
Possession of Weapon,
Prohibited Use of Weapons, Possession of Firearm
Under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs - Intoxication,
Unlawful Discharge
of Firearm, Possession of Handguns by Juveniles |
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Inchoate Offenses
Criminal Attempt, Criminal Conspiracy, Criminal Solicitation,
Complicity (Accomplice), Accessory |
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NOTICE: I DO NOT ACCEPT HOMICIDE OR MURDER
and
I NO LONGER ACCEPT CHILD ABUSE HOMICIDE OR FELONY CHILD ABUSE |
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INDEPENDENT SERVICE PROVIDERS |
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Where relevant, attorney utilizes
the services of independent professionals. Rates of independent
providers of professional services change periodically and billings are not
controlled by counsel. |
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If retained by counsel as an
agent of the attorney, such independent service providers are protected and bound by the
attorney-client privilege and the attorney work product doctrine. If retained privately by the client, no such
agency or confidentiality exists. |
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Educational Classes
DUI * MIP * traffic safety *
petty theft * domestic violence * anger management * conflict resolution
Public Service - Victim Impact Panel
Alcohol or Drug Assistance - Mental Health - Safe House
DMV Forms - Colorado Accident Report - CSPD Accident Cold Report |
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Alcoholism or drug addiction can occur at any age, socio-economic background,
race or religion. Think it can't happen to you or a loved one? - think again. As with other
illnesses, dependency doesn't care who are, what you are, how old you are, or
where you come from. If client, loved one or opposing parent has an alcohol or drug problem, he /
she should also
immediately commence attending at least 1 AA
or NA meeting per week. Address the problem and get it under control before it has a chance to destroy
the quality of life. Support is available. |
Thank you for considering my
services; I appreciate your inquiry.
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INITIAL CONSULTATION TERMS
not an offer for legal advice - refer to link for terms
attorney is a sole practitioner with need to manage his caseload
attorney reserves the right to decline any legal matter |
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PRIMARY WEBSITE |
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WEBSITES |
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Topical Website Copyright © 2003
- All Rights Reserved - Document Revised
August 02, 2010
mountains photo image, attorney photo image & law office logo copyright ©
Robert D. Gustafson - all rights reserved -
no copyright claimed to other images
Topical Website Initial Publication Date: February
29, 2004 - Republication Date: May 24, 2006
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Area Zip Codes |
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