Colorado CLE - Criminal Law Courses
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"So, Do I Have to Go to Jail?” Ethical Considerations for Prosecutors and Defense Counsel at Sentencing
"So, do I have to go to jail?" This is perhaps the most impactful question a criminal defendant asks their defense lawyer, and perhaps the most impactful detail a prosecutor must consider. This course focuses on the ethical considerations and professional responsibilities that arise when addressing questions of incarceration. Asking whether someone would or could go to jail may inadvertently raise ethical challenges for both prosecutors and defense lawyers. In this course, we will review... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Behind Bars, Before the Bench: How Incarcerated Defendants Navigate the Legal System
This CLE course offers an in-depth exploration of how incarcerated individuals access the court system and defend themselves against criminal charges while behind bars. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how criminal charges are applied, the function and purpose of bail, and the legal distinctions between jails and prisons. We will examine the practical realities incarcerated defendants face, including how they attend court hearings, obtain access to legal materials, and co... More Info
$501General Credit -
Beyond the Conviction: Record Sealing, Expungement & Pardons in Practice
This CLE course explores the evolving landscape of criminal record clearing and its impact on criminal justice reform. Designed for attorneys and advocates supporting clients with past convictions, this program outlines trends in record relief, strategies for application & petition preparation, and best practices for storytelling, letters of support, hearing preparation, and advocating for your client. The session will also touch on navigating laws like the Criminal History Record Info... More Info
$501General Credit -
Beyond the Mafia: RICO’s Expanding Role in Insurance and Commercial Litigation
RICO is no longer confined to the prosecution of organized crime—it has become one of the most powerful tools in modern civil and criminal litigation. This dynamic CLE program explores the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act from its origins in combating the Mafia to its expanded role in addressing complex business and insurance fraud schemes. Participants will gain a clear understanding of RICO’s statutory framework, prohibited conduct, and the strategic differences between cri... More Info
$501General Credit -
Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement: Navigating Legal, Social, and Political Challenges
This inaugural CLE program explores the legal, social, and political challenges involved in developing and sustaining effective civilian oversight boards and agencies. It will examine the legal protections afforded to law enforcement officers that oversight bodies must navigate, and how those frameworks influence the scope and conduct of investigations into alleged misconduct. The program will also address how oversight agencies manage community expectations, promote confidence in polic... More Info
$501General Credit -
Constitutional Law: The Consent Search
This CLE program delves into the constitutional foundations and evolving case law governing consent searches. Designed for attorneys working in criminal law, civil rights, or related fields, the course unpacks the legal standards that define voluntary consent under the Fourth Amendment and examines the procedural safeguards that must be observed during such searches. Participants will explore key judicial precedents, the nuances of what constitutes valid consent, and the practical impli... More Info
$501General Credit -
Crimmigration: Avoid Giving Bad Advice to Immigrant Defendants
This CLE course focuses on how criminal proceedings can directly affect a non-citizen’s immigration status and long-term ability to remain in the United States. By exploring the overlap between criminal defense and immigration law, the program provides practical guidance for identifying issues that may trigger adverse immigration outcomes. Participants will learn how to provide accurate, legally sound advice to immigrant clients, minimize avoidable mistakes, and uphold the ethical and... More Info
$501General Credit -
Critical Updates: How DUIs & Serious Traffic Offenses Impact Your Client’s Illinois Driver’s License
This CLE course will guide you through the maze of issues and problems that result from your client’s DUIs and/or other serious driving offenses and the effect it has on your client’s Illinois Driver’s License (DL). Illinois is one of the more difficult states when it comes to these issues. It is not only difficult to figure out what exactly will happen with your client’s Illinois DL after a DUI or serious traffic offense but what to do to help them regain their driving privileges.... More Info
$501General Credit -
DUI Defense: Mastering Strategies From The Experts
This CLE course provides an intensive examination of the legal issues involved when a potential client is arrested and charged with a DUI. The course examines the elements the prosecution must prove in their case, common and uncommon DUI defenses, and global issues related to constitutional rights, such as the right to remain silent. It also addresses issues involving driver's licenses and the Department of Motor Vehicles. While the course focuses on California, many of the lessons and... More Info
$501General Credit -
Essential Questions in Firearms Law: Why the Gun Laws Are What They Are?
Why aren’t background checks universal? What is the “gun show loophole?” Is Pennsylvania’s Castle Doctrine working as intended? Are more people dying from guns than at any time in history? What do we know about who commits crime with firearms? What do we know about who commits murder? Where does murder happen? In this session, we will use a data driven approach to understanding why Pennsylvania and federal firearms laws are configured in the way they are. This CLE course is d... More Info
$501General Credit