Violent Crimes/Weapons

Assault, Menacing, Robbery and Homicide

Lawyers Who Know How to Defend Against Violent Crime Allegations

The criminal defense attorneys of Moran & Heim, P.C. have represented clients in Colorado Springs and throughout the Front Range for all types of violent crimes, from misdemeanor assault to first-degree murder.

These types of charges can result in jail time or mandatory prison sentences upon conviction. We work to avoid those penalties by bringing credible defenses at trial and through effective pre-trial motions and negotiations with prosecutors. Geoffrey Heim and Michael Moran, and Mr. Heim has nine years experience as a former prosecutor.

If you are charged with a violent crime, you need to know the potential penalties and explore your possible defenses with lawyers who understand how to challenge the prosecution's case. Call us now at 719-387-0427.

Formidable Representation for Serious Felony Crimes:

• At risk assaults — special victim (elderly, mentally disabled) or assault by a person in position of trust, such as a caretaker of an Alzheimer's patient
• First degree assault — serious bodily injury with a deadly weapon
• Second degree assault — serious injury without a weapon or non-life threatening injury with a weapon
• Felony menacing — threatening someone with a weapon
• Aggravated robbery — bodily harm or use of a deadly weapon during a robbery
• Robbery — taking property by force
• First degree burglary — occupied residence or business
• Weapons charges — possession by a convicted felon
• Arson
• First degree murder — premeditated or special victim
• Second degree murder — a non-premeditated killing
• Manslaughter — negligent homicide/vehicular homicide

A second-degree assault, such as a fistfight that results in a broken nose, could mean a prison term of five to 16 years. First-degree assault, if it can be proven that you intended to inflict serious bodily injury or death, carries a mandatory sentence of 10 to 32 years. Just brandishing a gun to scare someone could result in a prison term.

We work to avoid these penalties. Our attorneys explore all credible defenses, including self-defense, provocation, and reasonable use of force under the circumstances. We also explore mitigating factors, such as mental illness or drug addiction. Once we know all the facts, we will consult with you to determine the best strategy for an optimal outcome, whether that is entering into a plea agreement or going to trial.

Contact violent crime attorneys who will fight to protect your freedom or minimize your sentence. Call our Colorado Springs office at 719-387-0427 or by e-mail to arrange a free consultation.