Tag:Denver District Attorney
Briefs
Disbarred Colorado Attorney Pleads Guilty in Theft Case
Disbarred Colorado attorney Steven Bachar, founder of Denver-based Empowerment Capital LLC, pleaded guilty to one count of felony theft.
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News
Conviction Review Unit Launched by Denver District Attorney’s Office
Denver District Attorney Beth McCann announced on June 8 that the Denver District Attorney’s Office launched a Conviction Review Unit.
News
Remembering Norm Early: Denver DA Office Giant and Passionate Legal Legend
The Denver District Attorney’s Office announced Colorado’s first black prosecutor, Norm Early, died from complications of diabetes and medical issues on May 5.
History
2011 Denver Murder Ends in 2017 Guilty Plea
Travis Forbes was sentenced to life in prison for the assault on and murder of Monge, plus 48 years to be served consecutively for the crimes against Tillman.
News
Denver’s Restorative Justice Program More Than Doubles Case Load in Second Year
Restorative Denver program celebrates 1% recidivism as sophomore success. The program more than doubled its cases in 2021.
News
Denver DAs Prosecutorial Discretion Not Influenced by Race Report Says
Prosecutorial discretion does not account for different racial and ethnic outcomes in dismissals and deferred judgement in Denver.
Features
Behind the Scenes of the Denver DA’s Office, Victim Advocates Play a Key Role
While not recognized as traditional legal professionals, victim advocates play an essential role behind the scenes of the Denver DA’s office.
History
Nearly 20 Years Later, Denver Murder Case Gets Fresh Eyes
Hal Hebert has been appealing his murder conviction and life sentence for decades. In addition to challenging a trial witness who was later convicted of serial murders, Hebert asserts his counsel was ineffective.