Louisville Criminal
Defense Attorney

Bruno Lilly LeClere

Defending Clients in Louisville, CO from Felony and Misdemeanor Charges

Being arrested for a crime is a disorientating experience. Men and women have many questions, and they often express fears that they’ll end up behind bars for years. At Bruno Lilly LeClere, PLLC, our legal team has helped many defendants fight back against accusations in court. If you contact our firm, you can meet with an experienced Louisville criminal defense attorney to review the charges and discuss possible defenses. The sooner you begin a defense, the better your chances of a favorable resolution to your criminal case.

Defending Against Misdemeanor and Felony Offenses in Louisville, CO

Our firm is prepared to defend anyone accused of misdemeanor or felony charges. Although felonies carry more serious penalties, any criminal conviction will carry negative repercussions which are best to avoid. Here is a sampling of the criminal charges we accept:

DUI/DWI/DWAI

Like other states, Colorado makes it a crime to drive while intoxicated. If your blood alcohol concentration is 0.08 or higher, or if you are physically or mentally impaired, then you are facing serious criminal charges. Call our firm as soon as possible to discuss defense strategies.

Drug Charges

Anyone picked up with a controlled substance could end up with a drug charge. Unfortunately, prosecutors often do not distinguish between a one-time mistake and a dangerous criminal enterprise. You could have the book thrown at you for possession, trafficking, or manufacturing an illegal drug. Let our Louisville, CO criminal defense attorney identify the best way to push back against these charges.

Parole Hearings

Parole allows a defendant to serve the remainder of their sentence in the community. But any violation of the terms of your parole could result in re-incarceration. Our firm can advise you about your options and attend a parole hearing to argue on your behalf.

Domestic Violence

Our criminal defense lawyers can help anyone facing domestic violence accusations. We can also advise about whether you should move out of the home to protect your innocence. Call us today.

Juvenile Justice

Colorado has created a juvenile justice system for minors. One misconception is that juvenile justice is not adversarial. The reality is that any charge could negatively impact your child’s life moving forward. Your best bet is to speak with a seasoned Louisville, CO criminal defense attorney to review the charges and possible rehabilitative options.

Sex Crimes

Sex crimes are among the most damaging accusations a person can face. Our firm can help anyone accused of sexual harassment, rape, possession of child pornography, and other offenses. Call our firm to schedule a confidential consultation to discuss the details of the charges.

Traffic Offenses

A traffic offense might seem like no big deal. However, there are many negative repercussions for being arrested for excessive speed or reckless driving. Contact us to determine whether this is the type of charge you should aggressively defend yourself against.

Protection Order

Victims of stalking, domestic violence, and sexual abuse can request a protection order against an alleged abuser. At Bruno Lilly LeClere, PLLC, our lawyers have helped those subject to a protection order. We can represent you at a hearing or even ask a judge to dissolve a protection order. Do not ignore it, which could result in fines and even time in jail. Instead, call our firm to schedule a consultation.

License Suspensions

Losing your license, even temporarily, can have dramatic consequences. Sadly, a license suspension is a consequence of many convictions, as well as being arrested for drunk driving. Call our firm to discuss how to get your license back and defend against driving on suspended license charges.

Violent Crimes

Crimes like assault, kidnapping, aggravated assault, and homicide carry the most serious penalties in the state. Because so much is on the line, defendants need an experienced lawyer to analyze the evidence and find weaknesses in the case against them. Make your first call to Bruno Lilly LeClere, PLLC, to speak with one of our Louisville, CO criminal defense attorneys.

Harassment and Menacing

We can defend anyone accused of harassing another person by taunting them or following them around. This is a serious criminal charge. Menacing involves threatening a person so that they fear imminent death or bodily harm.

Criminal Penalties and Other Consequences

A misdemeanor or felony conviction will carry stiff penalties. The exact penalties you face will depend on the charges, as well as other factors. But anyone convicted could deal with:

• Fines
• Jail
• Probation
• Loss of civil rights (right to vote or serve on a jury)
• Loss of gun rights
• Diminished employment opportunities

One misconception is that the prosecutor will automatically take it easy on you if you have no criminal history. But that is not necessarily the case. You should defend yourself zealously from the accusations.

How We Defend Our Clients

As experienced lawyers, we realize the best defense is one backed up with evidence. Our Louisville, CO criminal defense lawyers do not use “off the rack” defense strategies. Instead, we dig into the factual record to identify holes in the state’s case.

For example, we might argue any of the following:

• Reasonable doubt. The prosecution needs to prove you are guilty beyond a reasonable doubt of each element of an offense. We might argue they can’t prove the necessary mental state or that certain facts are missing.
• Constitutional violations. The police must respect your constitutional rights when performing a stop and investigation. If the officer lacked probable cause for an arrest, then we can seek to have your charges dismissed. We can also attack the validity of a photo array or lineup, as well as any interrogation.
• Mistaken identity. Someone might have committed the crime—but not you. Mistaken identity defenses often work with computer crimes, such as possession of child pornography, where it is not obvious who logged onto your device.
• False accusation. Many accusations are false. We can highlight what improper motives are behind the accusation, such as an attempt to get a leg up in a family law dispute or to strike back for the end of a relationship.
• Necessity or duress. A necessity defense argues that you committed a crime to avoid a larger harm. We can raise duress if you committed a crime under fear or threat of harm to you or someone else.
• Entrapment. Law enforcement stings to catch predators are common. But these stings sometimes cross the line, and police end up inducing a defendant to commit a crime they otherwise would not have. We can raise an entrapment defense in these circumstances.
• Defense of self or others. Colorado allows people to use reasonable force to defend themselves or others. Sometimes you can use force to defend property as well. This is a contested defense, so work closely with your Louisville, CO defense attorney to review the facts.

This list of defenses is not exhaustive. Let us create targeted defenses that work for you.

Our Commitment to Our Clients

Those facing criminal charges deserve a vigorous defense. At Bruno Lilly LeClere, PLLC, we are passionate but also precise. Our managing attorney, Havilah Louise Bruno Lilly, is a former prosecutor who understands how the other side sizes up evidence. She uses this knowledge to benefit her clients.

If you hire us, we can immediately begin defending you:

• Search for evidence the police haven’t even found. Some defense lawyers simply wait for the police to turn over a folder of evidence. We realize that helpful, exculpatory evidence is often out there waiting to be found. We can visit the crime scene, talk with witnesses, and search an accuser’s social media profiles. We then use helpful evidence in your defense.
• Analyze whether the police have violated your rights. Too many people are coerced into confession, or they don’t receive necessary Miranda warnings. We will look for violations and request the suppression of evidence or dismissal of charges.
• Track the chain of custody to find gaps that can discredit this evidence. Never assume a case against you is airtight because the police have fingerprints or a blood sample showing you were intoxicated or high. They could have contaminated this evidence so it is no longer reliable.
• Answer any questions you have. Our firm believes in keeping clients informed about the status of their cases. We empower you to make choices that are well-grounded in fact.
• Advocate for you in any plea negotiations with the prosecutor. We know when the state’s case against you is weaker than the prosecution lets on. A plea deal is sometimes the best option.
• Prepare for trial, jury selection, and argument before the judge and jury. Inexperienced lawyers are often terrified of a courtroom, but we’ve spent decades around the courthouse. We know how to present a powerful case to a jury on your behalf.