Legal Blog

This is only a very general and not entirely inclusive guide to the stages of a criminal case. The actual process can be quite complicated, so if you have been arrested in Colorado, you should seek immediate legal representation from our experienced Colorado Springs criminal defense attorneys at The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. With that in mind, the process […]

In general, the pre-filing stage of a criminal case refers to everything that happens before criminal charges are officially filed. This can include quite a lot or very little, depending on the specific details. There are some differences in this process between a felony and misdemeanor in Colorado, but most of the process is pretty […]

If you are being charged with a sex crime, then you are likely filled with dread and anxiety over the severe penalties that you face. Sexual crimes are among the most aggressively prosecuted in the state of Colorado, and often times there are mandatory protocols that district attorneys must follow that prevent them from dropping charges, even […]

Unlike many other appointments in our day-to-day lives, court appearances are scheduled based on the court’s schedule, with little regard for a defendant’s personal schedule. Although it can be an inconvenience for those who have work or children, it is of utmost importance to comply with scheduled court appearances. Failure to appear for a scheduled court […]

Being charged with a crime of violence in Colorado is a serious matter—you are facing mandatory prison time. If you are convicted of a felony crime in the state of Colorado, the presiding judge has three sentencing options: probation, community corrections, or incarceration. However, if the felony you’re charged with is designated a “Crime of […]

As a teenager, you may remember asking someone over 21 years of age to purchase alcohol on your behalf. Or in college, maybe you bought a six-pack for your 20-year-old friends. Or perhaps you have been to parties where adults allowed minors to consume alcoholic drinks. These may seem like innocuous things to do, but […]