Denver Defense Attorney: Witnesses Taking the 5th in Colorado Criminal Courts

When a defendant is charged with a crime, the defendant will often challenge the prosecution’s evidence by presenting evidence in his or her defense. This evidence may come in the form of videos, audio recordings, documents, or other physical, tangible evidence. This evidence may come in the form of the testimony of the defendant himself … Continue reading Denver Defense Attorney: Witnesses Taking the 5th in Colorado Criminal Courts

Colorado Criminal Defense: Sanctions for Advising Witnesses Not to Participate in Investigations by Attorneys

Lawyers in a criminal case (the prosecutor and the defense attorney) cannot encourage witnesses from refusing to speak to the other lawyer about the case. However, as one court said, “[i]ndeed, witnesses have a choice whether to speak with counsel […]” about what they have seen and heard. Nonetheless, it is improper for an attorney … Continue reading Colorado Criminal Defense: Sanctions for Advising Witnesses Not to Participate in Investigations by Attorneys