Pretrial Diversion in Colorado
Have a Colorado Springs DUI Lawyer Fight for You
A common misconception about fighting
DUI charges is that your options are limited. By enlisting the help of a skilled
Colorado Springs DUI attorney, the opportunities before you open up. One
option is what Colorado law refers to as pretrial diversion.
Pretrial diversion attempts to reduce the number of cases in the criminal
justice system by identifying defendants who would benefit more from a
rehabilitation program than conviction. It essentially places your trial
on a hold for up to two years, allowing you time to prove that the charges
against you should be dropped. With my extensive legal experience, I can
help you seek a pretrial diversion.
Am I Eligible for a Pretrial Diversion?
To determine eligibility, the district attorney considers the following:
- The nature of the crime committed
- The defendant's criminal record
- The possibility of rehabilitation and reintegration if the diversion were granted
People facing DUI charges are often ideal candidates for pretrial diversion
because the crime is often a one-time offense, making successful reintegration
highly likely.
Is pretrial diversion the right option for you? Contact me today for a
free consultation.
Diversion Agreement Conditions
If you are granted a pretrial diversion, you will enter into a diversion
agreement for up to two years. It is crucial for you to enlist the help
of a skilled
Colorado Springs DUI lawyer to make sure the terms of the agreement are to your benefit. The typical
agreement will ask you to:
- Wave your right to a speedy trial
- Refrain from any criminal activity
- Participate in community service
- Complete a court-ordered rehabilitative program
- Pay restitution
After the term has ended, an individual who fulfills the obligations set
forth in the diversion agreement will have all the criminal charges dismissed
with prejudice. If the defendant violates the conditions, prosecution
will resume.
A Lawyer Who Knows the System
When you face DUI charges, it is easy to feel hopeless. You will need the
counsel of an experienced Colorado Springs DUI attorney to fight for you.
I take your case as seriously as you do. If you are think a pretrial diversion
is the best option for you,
contact The Samuelson Law Firm today.
Request a free consultation!