Denver Menacing Defense Attorney
Charged with Menacing? Call for a Complimentary Consultation Today!
If you've been charged with menacing in Colorado, it can be a scary and difficult experience. Suddenly, you’re facing the prospect of serving time behind bars, paying thousands in fines, and having a permanent criminal record.
At Petrash Law, we understand what you’re facing and want to help you defend your legal rights. Our Denver menacing defense lawyer has years of experience handling criminal cases, both as a prosecutor and now as a defense attorney. His time as a prosecutor often helps him stay a step ahead of the prosecution as a defense lawyer because he knows the strategies they like to use and understands how to defend his clients against those tactics.
To speak with us about your case, give us a call at (303) 562-1131 or connect with us online today for a free consultation with our experienced Denver menacing attorney.
What Is Menacing?
Menacing is a crime in Colorado that involves intentionally placing someone in fear of imminent bodily harm. To be convicted of menacing, the prosecutor must prove that you threatened someone in such a way that they reasonably believed that you would actually harm them.
It's important to note that threatening behavior doesn't have to be physical to be considered menacing. Threats can be verbal, written, or through gestures. Even a simple act like pointing a weapon at someone can be enough to be charged with menacing. The key is whether the other person reasonably believed that you would harm them. That means if you were joking but the other person didn't know that, it's still possible to be charged with menacing.
What Are the Penalties for Menacing in Colorado?
Menacing can be charged as a misdemeanor or a felony, depending on the circumstances. The following are the punishments for a menacing conviction in Colorado:
- Misdemeanor – Up to 364 days in jail and a fine of as much as $1,000
- Felony – Up to three years in prison and a fine of as much as $100,000
What Are the Defenses for Menacing?
Depending on the circumstances of your charge, your defense strategy may involve arguing:
- That you didn't actually threaten anyone
- That you weren't in a position to actually carry out threats
- That the threat wasn't reasonable
- That you were acting in self-defense
- That you reasonably didn’t know that your statements or gestures would scare anyone
- That you didn’t have a weapon
- That you had a weapon, but the weapon wasn’t deadly
Your attorney may also look for other weaknesses in the prosecution's case, such as evidence that was improperly collected or testimony that is unreliable.
Give Our Denver Menacing Defense Attorney a Call or Contact Us Online for a Free Consultation Today!
If you've been charged with menacing in Colorado, it's important to find an experienced criminal defense attorney to help you fight the charge. A criminal defense attorney can help you understand the charges against you, build a defense strategy, and represent you in court.
Petrash Law is here for you if you’re facing menacing charges in Colorado. As our case results prove, we have a history of helping our clients successfully defend their rights. To learn more about our law firm, read our clients’ reviews.
Call us at (303) 562-1131 or fill out our online contact form for a complimentary consultation with our dedicated Denver menacing defense team.