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Sex Crimes Lawyer in Denver

Serving Metro Denver & the Front Range in Sex Crimes Cases

If you’ve been charged with a sexual offense in Colorado, the consequences can be life-altering. Allegations alone can affect your freedom, family relationships, employment, housing, and reputation before the case reaches trial. The potential criminal consequences depend on the charge, evidence, prior history, and court rulings.

Our firm, Law Offices of M. Colin Bresee, focuses exclusively on criminal defense. M. Colin Bresee is a former prosecutor who has handled thousands of criminal matters and tried hundreds of jury cases since beginning his criminal law practice in 1995. We represent people facing sex crime allegations in Denver and throughout Colorado.

Call (303) 747-4032 to arrange a free, private, confidential consultation. Virtual consultations allow you to discuss the accusation, court requirements, and immediate next steps.

What Is Sexual Assault in Colorado?

Under Colorado law (C.R.S. 18-3-402), sexual assault involves sexual intrusion or penetration under circumstances prohibited by the statute, including conduct without consent.

The circumstances described in the charge affect how the offense is classified:

Sexual assault is generally a class 4 felony.
It can become a class 3 felony when accompanied by physical force, serious threats, drugging, or allegations involving a physically helpless person.
It can become a class 2 felony when others aid the offense, the alleged victim suffers serious bodily injury, or a deadly weapon is used.

Sexual assault cases are prosecuted aggressively in Colorado. If you’re facing charges, we can examine the statutory elements, evidence, and facts alleged before developing a defense strategy.

Common Sex Crime Charges in Colorado

If you’re facing a misdemeanor or felony sex crime charge, we examine the specific legal elements, evidence, and potential consequences involved.

Sexual Assault / Statutory Rape

Sexual assault includes nonconsensual sexual penetration or intrusion under circumstances defined by Colorado law. The phrase statutory rape commonly refers to sexual acts with a person below the age of consent, even if both parties believe the relationship is consensual.

Unlawful Sexual Contact

Defined under C.R.S. 18-3-404, this charge refers to sexual contact without consent. It can include touching intimate parts or coercing sexual contact. Depending on the facts alleged, it may be charged as a misdemeanor or felony.

Sex Crimes Against Minors

Sex crimes involving minors can result in felony allegations and registration requirements. These cases frequently turn on the ages of the people involved, the alleged conduct, digital communications, and the accused person’s intent.

Sexual Exploitation of a Child: This category includes allegations involving the possession, production, or distribution of child pornography. The exact offense and circumstances determine the potential felony and registration consequences.
Enticement of a Child: Under C.R.S. 18-3-305, this charge applies when someone lures a child under 15 into a vehicle or secluded place with the intent to commit a sexual act. It’s a felony.
Internet Luring of a Child: Per C.R.S. 18-3-306, Colorado prohibits internet or text communication that describes explicit sexual conduct to someone younger than 15 and invites them to meet, even if no meeting occurs.
Sexual Assault on a Child: This charge involves allegations of sexual contact with a child under 15 when the accused is at least four years older. The charge and facts alleged determine the potential sentencing and registration consequences.
Indecent Exposure: Indecent exposure and public indecency allegations can lead to criminal and collateral consequences, including registration for qualifying convictions.

We also handle allegations involving incest, juvenile crimes, and other internet-related or child-related offenses. Our defense strategy is based on an intensive investigation, analysis of the evidence, and the circumstances of the individual case.

Colorado Sex Offender Registration Requirements

If you’re convicted of a qualifying unlawful sexual offense or related conduct, Colorado law requires you to register as a sex offender. Initial registration generally must be completed within five business days after release, notice of the registration duty, or establishing Colorado residency.

You generally must reregister each year within five business days of your birthday. Address changes and additional Colorado residences must also generally be reported within five business days. People designated as sexually violent predators reregister every three months.

Sexually violent predators and adults convicted of certain serious sex crimes must register for life without a process for ending the requirement. Other eligible registrants must wait for the applicable statutory period and petition the court to discontinue registration. Discontinuation isn’t automatic.

DNA Evidence & Colorado Prosecution Time Limits

Colorado law provides a specific exception to the usual prosecution period for an offense charged under C.R.S. 18-3-402. There’s no time limit when DNA evidence establishes the accused person’s identity in whole or in part and the offense was reported to law enforcement within the applicable 20-year period. The statute also applies this rule to specified related trafficking offenses.

Whether that exception applies depends on the charged offense, reporting history, and available DNA evidence. We review those issues alongside the other procedural and evidentiary questions in the case.

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What Are the Penalties for a Sex Crime Conviction?

The consequences of a sex crime conviction in Colorado can be severe and long-lasting.

The exact charge, alleged conduct, prior history, evidence, and court rulings determine whether the consequences include:

Incarceration or probation
Registration on the Colorado Sex Offender Registry, including lifetime registration for certain convictions
Electronic or GPS monitoring
No-contact orders
Restrictions affecting housing, employment, family relationships, or freedom of movement
Indeterminate sentencing when authorized for the specific conviction

Because the potential exposure is charge-specific, we review the statute, evidence, and procedural history rather than assuming that every sex crime case carries the same sentence.

Why You Need a Sex Crimes Defense Attorney

Sex crime cases can involve witness accounts, digital communications, forensic material, medical evidence, and constitutional questions concerning how evidence was obtained.

A criminal defense attorney should examine each element the prosecution must prove and test the evidence supporting it. Drawing on M. Colin Bresee’s prosecution background, we analyze how the government built its case, identify evidentiary vulnerabilities, and prepare for negotiations or trial. Each strategy is based on the accusation, available evidence, witness accounts, and the client’s circumstances.

Discuss Your Sex Crime Case Confidentially

We offer free, private, confidential consultations for people facing sex crime allegations in Denver and throughout Colorado. During the consultation, we can discuss the charge, available information, court-imposed conditions, and next steps.

Fees vary based on the severity of the charge, the complexity of the case, and whether the case proceeds to trial. We provide transparent pricing discussions and offer flexible payment plans and diverse payment options for sex crimes and other criminal cases.

Our law office serves clients across Colorado, including:

Arapahoe County (Aurora, Centennial, Englewood, Greenwood Village, Littleton)
Adams County (Thornton, Westminster)
Denver County
Douglas County (Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch, Parker)
El Paso County (Colorado Springs, Security-Widefield)
Gilpin County (Central City)
Jefferson County (Arvada, Lakewood)
Weld County (Greeley, Longmont)

Call (303) 747-4032 or complete our contact form to schedule your free, private, confidential consultation.

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If you’ve been accused of a sexual offense, whether it involves unlawful sexual contact, internet luring, or sexual abuse of a minor, prompt legal representation matters. We offer flexible payment plans and serve clients across Colorado.

Call (303) 747-4032 for a free, private, confidential consultation. We’re available 24/7 to provide legal advice and begin your defense.

Sexual Assault Charge FAQs

A sexual assault charge raises immediate questions about the prosecution’s burden, release conditions, and the evidence against you.

What Is the Burden of Proof in a Colorado Sexual Assault Case?

The prosecution must prove every element of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt. We review the allegations and evidence against each element rather than treating an accusation as proof.

What Can the Court Do to Me After I’m Charged with Sexual Assault?

A court can impose conditions on your release while the case is pending. Depending on the court’s orders, those conditions can affect your home life, employment, family contact, and freedom of movement.

What Are Common Bond Conditions in Sexual Assault Cases?

No contact with the alleged victim or their family, even if they’re your family
Prohibition from returning home
Restricted contact with your children
Required alcohol monitoring or random drug testing
Unannounced home or workplace visits by pretrial supervision personnel
GPS ankle monitoring
Employment-related restrictions
Prohibition from owning or possessing firearms
Other pretrial supervision requirements ordered by the court

The specific conditions depend on the allegations and the court’s order. Violating a condition can create additional legal problems, so it’s important to understand every requirement.

Can I Be Falsely Accused of Sexual Assault?

Yes. False accusations can occur, and these cases must be handled quickly and carefully. We can assess the allegations, preserve relevant information, and review witness accounts, communications, and other evidence supporting or contradicting the charge.

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