A domestic violence charge can be dropped in Colorado. But the process doesn’t work the way most people expect.
The Alleged Victim Doesn’t Control the Case
Once police are called and charges are filed, the decision to proceed belongs to the prosecution. The victim’s posture still matters. If the alleged victim is reluctant to testify or wants no part of the case, a skilled defense attorney knows how to use that reluctance to push toward dismissal.
When Dismissal Isn’t Available
Not every case ends in an outright dismissal. When it doesn’t, the case goes to trial — and that’s where the dynamic shifts.
Casey Krizman has been on both sides of the table: former prosecutor, former public defender. He knows how prosecutors weigh the cost and uncertainty of trial. Many back off charges when they see the defense is prepared to go the distance. Every case is different. The pattern holds.
What This Means for You
If you’ve been charged with domestic violence in Colorado: there’s hope, and you need to fight.
Retain an attorney before your first court date. Early involvement gives your defense the most options. In a DV case, options are everything.
Krizman Law handles Denver criminal defense. Free consultation. Call or text.
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