H. Michael Steinberg has 42+ years of experience practicing Colorado criminal law. Mr. Steinberg strives to stay current with the ever changing aspects of criminal law issues and updates resulting in his extensive knowledge of successful criminal defense as well as appellate work. He is also an active member of the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association, the Colorado Trial Lawyer's Association, and the Colorado and Arapahoe Bar Associations.

Articles Posted in Colorado Criminal Justice System

Published on: July 3, 2024

Colorado Sentencing: A Lawyer’s Duty Is To Properly Prepare For The Sentencing Hearing

by H. Michael Steinberg

By H. Michael Steinberg Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer

Introduction – The Sentencing Phase Of A Criminal Case Requires Thorough Preparation And Understanding The Judge’s Perspective

Understanding the significance of the sentencing hearing in the Colorado criminal justice system is essential to appreciating attorneys’ multiple and diverse roles in defending their clients. Sentencing hearings are a crucial stage in the legal process. They signal the change from – the heavily adversarial or “litigation stage” of a case – to the punishment stage.

Published on: June 13, 2021

Should I Tell My Criminal Defense Lawyer the Truth?

by H. Michael Steinberg

Should I Tell My Criminal Defense Lawyer the Truth?
By H. Michael Steinberg Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer

Introduction – The Issue: Lying to Your Criminal Defense Lawyer

One would think that the answer to the question: “should I lie about my case to my lawyer?” – would be obvious.

Published on: February 7, 2021

Understanding Deferred Judgments in DUI Cases Under Colorado Law

by H. Michael Steinberg

Understanding Deferred Judgments in DUI Cases Under Colorado Law By H. Michael Steinberg Colorado DUI Criminal Defense Lawyer

Introduction

Other than an immediate and complete dismissal of a case, a Colorado deferred judgment and sentence (DJ and S) plea bargain is the gold standard for all plea bargains. The only superior plea bargain offer that exists, a diversion offer, is rarely offered in a Colorado criminal cases.