H. Michael Steinberg has 38+ 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.

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By H. Michael Steinberg Colorado Criminal Defense Lawyer – Attorney

Colorado Criminal Law - Damn It - Never, Ever, Ever Talk to the Police - There Is No Upside.Colorado Criminal Law – Damn It – Never, Ever, Ever Talk to the Police – There Is No Upside – It is incredible why so many people under investigation insist on telling their story to the police – naively believing that they are helping their case. The truth is this – never, ever, ever talk to the police after you have identified yourself.

When a police officer tells you he is there to “get to the truth,” – the “truth” is the police see themselves as part of the prosecutor’s team…. not your team.

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