Juvenile Sex Crimes We Represent Clients Statewide in Colorado

Juvenile Sex Crimes Lawyer in Denver

Safeguarding Your Child’s Future in Metro Denver and the Front Range

Discovering that your child is being investigated or has been formally accused of a juvenile sex offense is a crisis for any family. Many parents mistakenly believe that because the accused is a minor, the legal system will handle the matter with lenient, school-board-style discipline.

In reality, Colorado treats juvenile sex offenses with severity. An accusation alone can lead to school suspensions, electronic device seizures by cyber task forces, and a social stigma that threatens your child's educational track and future stability.

Our team at Law Offices of M. Colin Bresee understands the intense stress your family faces in situations like these. We offer a highly technical and strategic defense. Serving families throughout Jefferson, Douglas, Arapahoe, and El Paso Counties, we focus strictly on criminal defense to provide steady support against the prosecution.

You can get started with your defense in a virtual or in-office meeting with our Denver juvenile sex crimes attorney, available 24/7.

Call (970) 614-0913 or reach us online to request a complimentary consultation about your juvenile sex crimes defense today.

How We Protect Juveniles & Their Families in the Metro Denver Area

Defending a minor against sex crime allegations requires deep analytical insight into both complex digital forensic data and the specialized rules of the juvenile courts. Attorney Bresee has been practicing criminal law since 1992 and has conducted hundreds of full jury trials.

As a former Colorado prosecutor, he uses his background to locate critical internal vulnerabilities in the state’s case.

Challenging digital and circumstantial evidence: Many juvenile cases stem from modern digital missteps, such as text-based "sexting" between peers or shared phone files. We collaborate with independent digital forensic experts to audit device logs, proving a lack of criminal intent or revealing peer pressure dynamics.
Aggressive diversion and non-sex offense negotiation: We actively use weaknesses in the prosecution's evidence to negotiate for juvenile diversion programs or push the charges down to standard, non-sexual misdemeanors. Our priority is to secure a resolution that completely bypasses sexual behavior labels.
Insulating your child from questioning: We immediately step between your child and social services or local detectives, preventing emotional interviews from being twisted into an admission.

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What Sets Us Apart?

Former Prosecutor
Results-Driven, Trial-Ready Advocacy
24/7 Availability & Direct Access
Free, Confidential Consultations
30+ Years of Experience

Understanding Juvenile Sex Offenses & the Colorado Justice System

In Colorado, if an individual under the age of 18 commits an act that would be considered a sex crime if committed by an adult, such assexual assault (C.R.S. § 18-3-402) or unlawful sexual contact (C.R.S. § 18-3-404), the case is typically routed through the juvenile justice system.

The juvenile system operates differently from the adult system, using specific terms and specialized sentencing guidelines.

Adjudication vs. conviction: Juveniles are not technically "convicted" of crimes; instead, they face a delinquency petition. If the state proves the charge, the court enters an adjudication of delinquency.
Sentencing and commitment: Depending on the severity tier of the offense, a judge may order juvenile probation or commit the youth to the Division of Youth Services (DYS) for two to five or seven years for aggravated juvenile offenses.
The adult court exception: For violent felonies or offenses committed by older juveniles (ages 16 or 17), prosecutors can bypass the juvenile system entirely and file charges directly in adult criminal court, exposing the minor to adult prison sentences.

Mandatory Sex Offense-Specific Evaluations

Immediately following a plea or an adjudication, the juvenile must undergo an intensive evaluation mandated by the state. This evaluation measures:

The minor's specific risk of re-offending.
Psychological and behavioral factors.
The necessary level of monitoring and supervision required.

The results of this evaluation heavily dictate whether the juvenile can remain at home or must be removed for public safety.

Specialized Juvenile Probation (Most Common)

The majority of juveniles who enter the system for a sex offense are granted probation rather than being locked up. This usually entails a period of up to two years on specialized juvenile probation, with strict conditions.

Mandatory therapy: Attending continuous, sex offense-specific treatment with a therapist certified by the Colorado Sex Offender Management Board (SOMB).
Strict monitoring: Regular home visits from a probation officer, curfew restrictions, and a total ban on unapproved internet or smartphone usage.
Association limits: Strict boundaries preventing contact with the victim, other minors, or unapproved family members.

Out-of-Home Placement or DYS Commitment

If the offense involved violence, weapons, severe exploitation, or if the minor is deemed a high risk to the community, the court will bypass standard probation for out-of-home placement or a commitment to the Division of Youth Services.

The "Direct File" Risk for Older Youth

If a youth is 16 or 17 years old and the accusation involves an incredibly severe or violent felony sex crime, the District Attorney has the power to bypass the juvenile system entirely. Through a process called "direct file," they can transfer the case directly to adult criminal court, exposing the teenager to adult prison sentences and permanent, non-expungable lifetime sex offender registration.

Take Control of Your Child’s Defense Strategy

A juvenile allegation requires a practical, highly analytical legal framework to protect your child’s civil rights and future career path.

Law Offices of M. Colin Bresee can provide the tactical and practical legal help you need at this juncture. Don’t let one mistake ruin your child’s future. Put a proven criminal defense attorney with a high success rate on your side.

Call (970) 614-0913 or message our firm online to schedule a complimentary consultation with a Denver juvenile sex crimes attorney.

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