Criminal Defense Case Results

Real Cases, Real Clients, Real Results

Below are just some of the recent results obtained by The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defending clients in difficult cases. These are actual case results recently obtained by the law firm.

Vehicular Assault - Greatly Reduced Charge

Client was charged with a Class 4 felony, vehicular assault. Client was involved in a high-speed crash that resulted in serious bodily injury to a passenger, submitted to a blood test which resulted in a blood alcohol content greater than a .20. Client had a previous conviction for DWAI and was facing prison. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the investigation and the probable cause for arrest. Ultimately the client received a reduction to the charge, twenty days of jail, and probation. Fellow attorneys aware of the case commended the law firm for obtaining such a fine result.

DUI - No Conviction, No Jail, No Points Reported, Unsupervised Probation

Client was involved in a traffic accident and charged with a DUI. The client submitted to a blood test resulting in a .185 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. fought for the client and ultimately received a one-year deferred sentence for driving under the influence. No conviction, no jail, no DMV points reported, and unsupervised probation only.

Multiple Felony Charges - Reduced to a Two-Year Deferred Sentence

Client was accused of a slew of felony charges: attempted assault in the first degree (F3), menacing (F5), prohibited use of weapons (M1), and assault in the third degree (M1). The client retained The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. to challenge the allegations and avoid a prison sentence. After analyzing the case and challenging the investigation, evidence, and allegations, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. obtained a two-year deferred sentence to the menacing allegation and was given probation with no jail. All of the other charges were dismissed. No conviction, no prison, no jail, and the client can ultimately move to seal the case.

Assault in the Second Degree (F4) - Reduced to a Six-Month Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with assault in the second degree. The client has previously used The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. and as a result of the positive result in the first case came back for further representation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed video evidence of the case and formulated a self-defense case. First, the assault in the second degree charge was dismissed. The case was set for trial. Ultimately the client received a six-month deferred sentence to verbal harassment (M2) no felony conviction, no prison, and no misdemeanor conviction. The client can move to seal the case after six months.

DUI Reduced to DWAI - No Jail Time

DUI reduced to a DWAI - no jail. Client was contacted after an accident. Client was investigated for DUI and submitted to a breath test in excess of .200. The client was facing a minimum mandatory 10 days of jail. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. aggressively defended the case and was determined to assist the client in not being sentenced to the mandatory jail time. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. obtained a plea to the lesser offense of DWAI with a stipulation of no jail. The judge was reluctant to accept such a favorable disposition, but The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. dissected the investigation and advised the judge of legal issues and the court ended up accepting the plea agreement. The client avoided mandatory jail.

DUI - Deferred Sentence, No Conviction, No Jail Time, No Points, No Supervised Probation

DUI with a .188 blood alcohol level - deferred sentence - client was pulled over for careless driving after striking a curb. The DUI officer conducted an investigation, and the client was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. mounted a defense. The client received a twelve month unsupervised deferred sentence. No conviction, no jail, no points, no supervised probation.

DUI with Accident - Deferred Sentence, No Conviction, No Points, No Supervised Probation

DUI with accident - deferred sentence - client was involved in an accident and charged with a DUI. The SUV was left on its side with heavy damage. The client hired The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. and received a twelve-month unsupervised deferred sentence. No conviction, no points, no supervised probation.

Multiple Domestic Violence Cases - Deferred Sentence Not Revoked

Domestic violence cases - client had multiple domestic violence cases including a felony. The client had not previously been represented by The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. and was on probation on multiple domestic violence cases to include a felony. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was hired on a new domestic violence case and was charged with keeping the client out of jail and avoiding revocation on multiple cases. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. worked the cases for months and obtain a deferred sentence to harassment on the new cases. The client was not sentenced to any jail nor was his felony deferred sentence revoked.

Juvenile Criminal Mischief - Case Dismissed and Expunged

Juvenile case dismissed - a family came to The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. because their juvenile child was charged with criminal mischief. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was hired to get the case dismissed. The family disputed the underlying allegations. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. mounted a defense and showed the critical flaws on the prosecution’s case. The prosecutor finally agreed to dismiss the case flat out. No diversion. Case dismissed and expunged.

4-Point Speeding Ticket - Reduced to Zero Points

Speeding ticket - zero points - client was charged with a four-point speeding ticket. Maybe not a huge deal to some, but the client wanted zero points. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. negotiated zero points. No points reported to DMV.

Careless Driving Resulting in Injury - Sentence Deferred, No Conviction, No Points

Careless driving resulting in bodily injury - client was charged with careless driving resulting in injury. The client was alleged to have turned in front of another car which caused injury. This is a traffic offense. The client received a six-month deferred sentence to careless driving causing bodily injury. No conviction, no points reported.

Careless Driving Causing Death - Deferred Sentence, No Jail Time, No Conviction, No Points

Careless driving causing death - client was charged with careless driving causing death. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was charged with defending a very difficult case. The client was facing jail. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. mounted a defense challenging the government’s case. The case was set to proceed to trial. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. demonstrated the weaknesses in the case and obtained a deferred sentence. No jail, no conviction, no points reported to DMV.

Domestic Violence - Case Dismissed and Sealed

Domestic violence case dismissed - long time government employee charged with domestic violence. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the case. Case dismissed and sealed.

Class 5 Felony Menacing and Harassment - No Felony Conviction, No Jail Time, No Record

Client was charged with felony menacing, a Class 5 felony. In addition, he was charged with two counts of misdemeanor harassment. The prosecution, after reviewing the investigation, offered a plea to felony menacing open. This meant the prosecution felt comfortable offering no reduction other than dismissing the two harassment counts and exposing the client to up to three years in prison. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the case for over two years. Ultimately the client received a twelve-month deferred sentence to harassment with the only conditions being payment of courts costs and that he does not commit any new criminal violations. No felony conviction, no jail, no exposure to a felony, and presuming successful completion of the deferred sentence agreement, no record.

Class 4 Felony Assault (Strangulation) - No Felony Conviction, No Jail Time, No Record

Client was charged with assault in the second degree, a Class 4 felony. This was a strangulation case. The prosecution offered a plea involving a felony. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the client and set the case for trial. Self-defense was asserted. The case was ultimately dismissed. No conviction, no jail, no felony, case sealed.

DUI Charges - No Conviction, No Jail Time, No Points, and No Classes or Community Service

Client was charged with a DUI. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the case and challenged the prosecution evidence that the client “drove” the vehicle under the influence of alcohol. Case dismissed. No DUI conviction, no jail, no court costs, no alcohol classes, no community service, case sealed.

Felony Criminal Mischief and Felony Criminal Trespass - No Felony Conviction, Deferred Sentence Only

Client was charged with felony criminal mischief and criminal trespass. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was retained by the client to defend the case. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. established a mental health issue and ultimately the client obtained a deferred prosecution. A deferred prosecution is a disposition where the prosecution agrees not to pursue the case as long as the client meets the terms of the deferred prosecution agreement. The felony was dismissed in its entirety. The client never entered a guilty plea. The remainder of the case, which is a no felony charge, is set to be dismissed in twelve months.

Careless Driving Charge Following Accident - Deferred Sentence Only, No Points, No Jail Time

Client was involved in a car accident and accused of careless driving. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was retained to defend the case. The client received a six-month deferred sentence. No conviction, no points, no jail.

DUI, Excessive Speeding, and Possession of a Weapon While Intoxicated - Deferred Sentence for DUI, No Points, No Convictions, No Jail Time

Client was charged with DUI, driving with excessive alcohol content, speeding 20-24 mph over the limit, and possession of a weapon while under the influence of intoxicating liquor or a controlled substance. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the investigation and the case. Ultimately, the client received a six-month unsupervised deferred sentence to driving under the influence. The remaining charges and counts were dismissed. No points, no convictions, and no jail time.

DUI and Multiple Traffic Charges - Deferred Sentence, No Points, No Convictions, No Jail Time

Client was involved in a traffic crash. The charges were reckless driving (eight points), reckless endangerment (a misdemeanor), driving under the influence (twelve points), driving with excessive alcohol content (twelve points), and careless driving (four points). The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the client and was able to obtain a twelve-month deferred sentence to driving under the influence. All of the remaining charges were dismissed. The client had no points reported or convictions on any of the counts, and served no jail time.

DUI and Careless Driving - No Points, No Convictions, No Jail Time

Client was contacted for careless driving, submitted to roadsides, and arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol. Client submitted to a blood test that resulted in a .173 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. mounted a defense and challenged the investigation. Client ultimately received a twelve-month deferred sentence. No conviction, no jail time, and no points.

Second Degree Burglary - No Conviction, No Jail Time

Client was charged with second degree burglary, a Class 3 felony. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. mounted a defense against the burglary allegation. Ultimately the client received a twenty-four-month deferred sentence to first degree criminal trespass, a Class 6 felony. No felony conviction, no jail time.

Illegal Possession/Consumption of Ethyl Alcohol by Underage Person - Case Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with underage drinking. While not a felony, it was important to the client and the parents that the client’s record be protected. The case was dismissed and sealed.

Careless Driving Causing Injury - No Conviction, No points, No Jail Time

Client was involved in a traffic accident which caused bodily injury to another person. The client received a twelve-month deferred sentence. No conviction, no points, no jail time.

Federal Case: DUI at the United States Air Force Academy - No Conviction, No points, No Jail Time

This DUI case was heard in the federal court because it was at the United States Air Force Academy. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to obtain a six-month deferred prosecution. No conviction, no jail time, no points.

Juvenile Offender: Multiple Violent Third-Degree Felonies - Deferred Sentence to Misdemeanor Only, Case Expunged

Juvenile client was charged with assault in the first degree (a third-degree felony) and aggravated robbery (a third-degree felony). The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the investigation and fought to ensure the client’s version of the events was heard. Client ultimately received a twelve-month deferred sentence to disorderly conduct, a misdemeanor. All of the remaining counts were dismissed. The client was ultimately able to have his case expunged.

Client with Permanent Restraining Order - Order Terminated

Client had a permanent protection order issued years earlier. The client hired The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. to take on the difficult task of having the restraining order dismissed. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. spent many hours reviewing the case and ultimately took it to a hearing. The court terminated the permanent protection order.

Felony Domestic Violence Case - Reduced to Misdemeanor - No Jail Time

Client was charged with assault in the second degree, a Class 4 felony, menacing, a Class 5 felony, harassment, a Class 1 misdemeanor, prohibited use of a weapon, a Class 1 misdemeanor, obstruction of telephone or telegraph service, a Class 1 misdemeanor and criminal mischief, a Class 2 misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. investigated the case and explored legal defenses. The case required expert evaluations and a review of all potential defenses. The client ultimately received a deferred sentence to harassment, a Class 1 misdemeanor. All of the other charges were dismissed, including two felony allegations. The client did not suffer a conviction, served no jail time, and presuming successful completion of the deferred sentence will be able to seal his record.

Multiple Cases Including Felony Charges - Received a Deferred Sentence and Had One Case Dismissed Altogether

Client had charges in multiple domestic violence cases. The charges on the felony case were burglary, a Class 3 felony, assault in the third degree, a Class 1 misdemeanor, and harassment. The client also had another domestic violence case where the charge was violation of a protection order, a Class 1 misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was retained to challenge these allegations. Ultimately the client received a deferred sentence to first degree criminal trespass, a Class 6 felony, and the remaining counts were dismissed as well as the violation of the protection order case. The client did not suffer a felony conviction or a misdemeanor conviction, served no jail and presuming successful completion of the deferred sentence will be able to seal both cases.

Airport Handgun Violation - Sentence Deferred and Fines Reduced

Handgun violation at the airport: client was charged with bringing a firearm to the airport. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to obtain a deferred sentence for the client and avoid a conviction. Further, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. assisted the client with reducing the TSA fines for the firearm violation. Client is eligible to have the case sealed at the end of the deferred sentence.

Careless Driving Causing Bodily Injury - No Conviction, Jail Time, or Points Reported

Client was involved in a serious traffic collision. The client was charged with careless causing bodily injury, a four-point traffic misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the case and was able to obtain a deferred sentence disposition. Client avoided a conviction, no jail and no points reported.

Leaving the Scene of an Accident/Careless Driving - No Conviction, Jail Time, or Points Reported

Client was charged with leaving the scene an accident, a twelve-point traffic misdemeanor and careless driving, a four-point traffic misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended this case, and the client received a deferred sentence to careless driving. The twelve-point leaving the scene of the accident case was dismissed and the client had no points reported to the DMV as no conviction came of the careless driving charge.

Juvenile Charged with Shooting a Person with a Pellet Gun - No Conviction

Juvenile was charged with shooting another person with a pellet gun. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the juvenile concerning this serious allegation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. investigated the case, and the juvenile client avoided a conviction. No conviction for the juvenile to protect his record and future.

Assault and Obstruction of a Motor Vehicle - No Conviction or Jail Time

Client was involved in an alleged road rage incident. The client was charged with multiple counts. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the allegations of the other driver. The client ultimately received a deferred sentence. No jail, no conviction and presuming successful completion of the deferred sentence, can have the case sealed.

Domestic Violence, Assault in the Third Degree, and Child Abuse - Reduced to Class 1 Misdemeanor

Client was charged with multiple domestic violence counts and child abuse. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was retained by the client concerning these charges. A defense was mounted, and the prosecution ultimately offered a deferred sentence to harassment, a Class 1 misdemeanor and the remaining counts were dismissed. The client served no jail time and no conviction was entered. The client will be eligible to seal their record at the conclusion of the deferred sentence period.

DUI with .188 Breath Alcohol Result - No Conviction, Jail Time, or Points Reported

Client was charged with driving under the influence of alcohol. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. is recognized as a top DUI defense firm in Colorado Springs. Despite the high breath alcohol result, the client only received a twelve-month deferred sentence for driving under the influence of alcohol. No jail, no conviction, no point reported.

DUI - Treatment and Deferred Sentence

Client was arrested for DUI and submitted to a blood test that showed a result of a .146 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. fought for the client and the client received a deferred sentence to DUI with a stipulated Level II alcohol treatment and no supervised probation. The client avoided a conviction and no points were reported to the DMV.

Restraining Order Dismissed

Client was served with a Temporary Protection Order from his girlfriend. This was an underlying domestic violence restraining order. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the restraining order and combed through the evidence to demonstrate the allegations were unfounded. The restraining order was dismissed.

Deferred Sentence to a DWAI for a Client

Client was in a traffic accident and contacted by law enforcement. Law enforcement conducted a DUI evaluation and arrested the client for DUI. The client submitted to a blood test that showed the presence of alcohol and prescription medication. Many Colorado citizen take prescription medication. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. has over twenty five years defending DUI cases and cases involving prescription medication. The client received a deferred sentence to Driving While Ability Impaired. No conviction, no points reported.

Multiple Violent Crimes - Reduced to Probation and 2-Year Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with Aggravated Robbery, a Class Three Felony, Crime of Violence (Minimum Mandatory Sentence of 10 to 32 years of prison), two counts of Menacing, F-5, Theft, a Class 1 misdemeanor, and Criminal Mischief, a Class one Misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. investigated the matter and asserted claims of self-defense, defense of property and defense of others. The case was set to go to jury trial and just before trial the client was offered a two-year deferred sentence to one Menacing Count with probation. The client avoided a lengthy prison sentence and a felony conviction. All other charges were dismissed.

Multiple Felonies - No Conviction, Record Sealed - No Jail Time

Client was charged with Assault in the Second Degree, a class 4 felony, Second Degree Kidnapping, a Class 4 felony, Assault in the Second Degree, a Class 1 misdemeanor, False Imprisonment, a Class 2 misdemeanor, three counts of Child Abuse, Class 2 misdemeanors, Menacing, a Class 3 misdemeanor and Criminal Mischief, a Class 3 Misdemeanor. The case was charged as a Domestic Violence case. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended all charges, set the case for trial. The case was dismissed. No conviction, no jail, and the ability to seal the record.

Multiple Driving Charges - No Conviction - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Accident Involving Damage, a twelve-point traffic offense, two counts of Duty to Report Accidents, twelve-point traffic offenses, Criminal Mischief, a Class 1 misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the client. The client received a six-month deferred sentence to Careless Driving. The remaining counts were dismissed. No conviction, no jail, no loss of license.

DUID, a 12-Point Traffic Offense - No Conviction - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence of Drugs, a twelve-point traffic offense. The client received a six-month deferred sentence to Driving While Ability Impaired. No conviction, no points reported to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Sexual Assault on a Child, Class 4 Felony - No Conviction and Avoided Sex Offender Registration

Client was charged with Sexual Assault on a Child, a class 4 felony sexual offense and Aggravated Juvenile Offender. The client received a two-year deferred sentence to Unlawful Sexual Contact, a class 1 misdemeanor. The client avoided an adjudication (conviction), has the ability to expunge his record, served no detention and avoided sex offender registration.

DUI Alcohol - No Conviction - No Points Reported

Client was observed driving erratically, clipping the back of a truck, and rolling his vehicle. Client was investigated for DUI, arrested, and submitted to a chemical test. The chemical test showed a reported value of a .265 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., a top DUI Defense firm in Colorado, went to work and was able to obtain a deferred sentence to Driving Under the Influence, no jail and unsupervised probation. The client avoided a conviction, served no jail, and had no points report to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

DUI Alcohol - No Conviction - No Jail Time

Client was observed failing to stop and weaving. The police initiated a DUI investigation. The client was arrested and cited with Driving Under the Influence. The client submitted to a breath test and the result was a .280 BAC. The client was initially offered a plea to DUI with sixty days of jail and supervised probation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the case and challenged the Express Consent process initiated by the police. The case proceeded to litigation and the client ultimately plead guilty to Careless Driving and received unsupervised probation and no jail. The client avoided a DUI conviction and supervised probation and served no jail time.

Multiple Domestic Violence Charges - Avoided Conviction - No Jail Time

Client was charged with two different cases of Domestic Violence. The client retained The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. to defend the accusations. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to obtain a deferred sentence to a misdemeanor count on one case and have the other case dismissed. The client avoided a conviction and jail time.

Multiple Felony Assault Charges - Avoided Conviction - No Jail Time

Client was charged with multiple felony counts to include Second Degree Assault on a Police Officer. The initial offer from the prosecution was a plea to the felony assault with prison time. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. investigated the case and retained an expert. Ultimately, the client avoided a conviction, served no jail time, and the case has been sealed.

Careless Driving - Deferred Sentence - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Careless Driving after causing an accident. Client received a six-month deferred sentence to Careless Driving and had no points reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

Multiple Driving Charges - No Jail Time - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Driving Under Revocation, Failure to Present Insurance, and Failure to Stop at a Stop Sign. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to have the case dismissed and the case was sealed. No points were reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles and the client served no jail.

Multiple Sexual Felonies - No Jail Time

Client charged with Sexual Exploitation of a Child, a class three felony, and multiple other felonies. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., an experienced law firm representing those accused of sex offenses, challenged the case, which went into litigation. Ultimately, the client received a plea to Criminal Attempt to Commit Sexual Exploitation of a Child, a class six felony. The client served no jail and was placed on probation.

Six-Point Traffic Violation - No Points Reported

Client was charged with a six-point traffic violation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to have the points reduced to zero. The client had no points reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

Domestic Violence and Careless Driving Charges - No Jail Time - No Points Reported

Client was charged with a domestic violence allegation and in a separate case was cited for a Careless Driving allegation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to have both cases dismissed and sealed. No jail, no probation, no court costs.

DUI Following Accident - No Conviction - No Jail Time - No Points Reported

Client was cited with a DUI after being involved in an auto accident on Highway 115. The client submitted to a chemical test which reported a result of a .174 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. handled the case and ultimately obtained a twelve-month deferred sentence to DUI. No jail, no conviction, no points reported to The Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

DUI Case Dismissed

Client was witnessed to be driving erratically by a witness who contacted law enforcement. Client was contacted at his home and was arrested for DUI. Submitted to a blood test. Result .198 BAC. Prosecution offer was plead to DUI with sixty days jail and probation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the search using case United State Supreme Court case of Collins v. Virginia, 584 U.S.       (2018) Case dismissed.

Vehicular Assault Charge - No Felony Conviction

Client was charged with two counts of felony Vehicular Assault, one count of reckless driving, eight points, one count of Careless Driving, four points. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. has a long history of representing those accused of Vehicular Assault and Vehicular Homicide. The firm used its experience and knowledge to challenge the case. Reviewing the evidence from the crash scene and employing a traffic accident reconstructionist expert to assist the investigation. Despite what at the beginning of the case appeared to be very difficult evidence, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to obtain a deferred sentence to one count of Vehicular Assault, no jail was ordered, and there was a plead to Careless Driving, four points. All other counts were dismissed. The client ended up with no felony conviction, no jail, and four points reported to the DMV.

Two Counts of Sexual Assault - Case Dismissed

Client was charged with two counts of sexual assault to include one alleging a class three felony. This was akin to a date rape case. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. investigated the case and challenged the allegations. Ultimately the detailed review of the case and the evidence led to the dismissal of the case. No conviction, no jail, case sealed.

DUI Alcohol and Marijuana - No Conviction - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Marijuana. The BAC was reported as a .168 and there was marijuana detected. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. is known as a top-rated DUI defense firm fought the charges resulting in a one-year deferred sentence to DUI. No points were reported to the DMV.

Felony First Degree Criminal Trespass Dismissed

Client was charged with a felony for First Degree Criminal Trespass Domestic Violence. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. took quick action and reviewed the allegations and formed a defense for the client. Case dismissed.

Careless Driving Causing Bodily Injury and Failure to Yield Ticket - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Careless Driving Causing Bodily Injury and Failure to Yield for striking and injuring a pedestrian in a crosswalk. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed and analyzed the case forming a defense. The client received a six-month deferred sentence to Careless Driving and the Failure to Yield charge was dismissed. No points were reported to the DMV.

Thirty-two Point Ticket - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Careless Driving, four points, Failure to Present Insurance, four points, Accidents Involving Damage, twelve points, Duty Upon Striking Unattended Vehicle, twelve points. After representation by The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. the case was resolved with a six-month deferred sentence to Careless Driving. No points reported to the DMV.

Two Counts of Assault in the Third Degree - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with two counts of Assault in the Third Degree. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the case and the client’s medical history. This formulated defense caused the case to be dismissed.

Six Point Speeding Ticket - No Points Reported

Client was charged with going 97 mph in a 65-mph speed zone. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. acted and was able to have the case reduced to a zero-point ticket resulting in no points being reported to the DMV.

Illegal Discharge of a Weapon - No Conviction

Client was charged with illegal discharge of a weapon within city limits. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to obtain a six-month deferred sentence to the charge resulting in no conviction. The weapon involved is to be returned to the client at the conclusion of the deferred sentence.

Forty Point Ticket - No Conviction and No Points Reported

Client was charged with Careless Driving, four points, Accidents Involving Damage, twelve points, Duty to Give Notice, twelve points, Duty to Report Accidents, twelve points, a total of forty points. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. was able to obtain a six-month deferred sentence to Careless Driving. No jail, no conviction and no points were reported to the DMV.

DUI Case Dismissed

Client was charged with a total of twenty-seven points to include DUI charges. The client was observed “asleep” behind the wheel on a residential street. The client submitted to blood test resulting in a blood test result of a .219 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the case and the body camera footage and defended the case. Many firms would consider this to be an impossible case. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. prevailed both at the DMV hearing and the criminal case. The DMV hearing officer did not revoke the client’s license after the DMV hearing. In the criminal case, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the evidence, and the case was dismissed. The initial offer on this case was plead to DUI, thirty days of in-home detention and probation. No conviction, no jail and no points reported for the client.

Two Counts of Unlawful Ownership of a Dangerous Dog - Case Dismissed

Client was charged with two counts of unlawful ownership of a dangerous dog. The owner’s dog was accused of biting a neighbor’s dog. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the evidence and the Colorado law concerning the case and aggressively fought the charges. The case was ultimately dismissed. No conviction.

Domestic Violence Felony First Degree Burglary - Case Dismissed

Client was charged with First Degree Burglary, a class three felony, Assault in the Third Degree, a class one misdemeanor, and Criminal Mischief, a class three misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. defended the client against these serious charges. The case was dismissed, and the client’s record was sealed. No conviction, no jail, record sealed.

Third Degree Assault - Case Dismissed

Client was charged with Assault in the Third Degree. After months of challenging the charges the case was dismissed. No conviction, no jail.

Driving Under the Influence - No Conviction

Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence. Blood test result was a .150 BAC. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. reviewed the case and the evidence. Client received a nine-month deferred sentence to Driving While Ability Impaired. DUI charge dismissed, no conviction, no jail.

Child Abuse - Case Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with child abuse (acting with criminal negligence resulting in injury to the child). The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. challenged the evidence concerning the injury to the child and the causation. The case was dismissed and sealed. No conviction, no jail.

Thirty Point Ticket - No Points Reported

Client was charged with Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic, three points, Careless Driving, four points, Two counts of Duty to Report Accidents, twenty-four points. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. worked the case and received a six-month deferred sentence to Careless Driving. The remaining counts were dismissed. This case went from a thirty-point ticket to no points reported to the DMV.

Second-Degree Kidnapping, Tampering and Harassment; Third-Degree Assault - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with Second-Degree Kidnapping, Assault in the Third Degree, and Second-Degree Criminal Tampering and Harassment as the result of a domestic violence allegation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., investigated the case and, upon reviewing the evidence, asserted self-defense. Ultimately this work led to the case being dismissed and sealed.

Driving Under the Influence and Careless Driving - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence and Careless Driving involving an accident. The car was found missing a tire as it was operated. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., reviewed the police report and the body camera footage. It was determined that the DUI Officer did not comply with Colorado’s express consent law, which led to the client receiving a one-year deferred sentence and avoiding jail time and a conviction.

Child Abuse - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with Child Abuse. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., advocated for the client, reviewed the police reports, and fought for the client. The case was dismissed and sealed allowing the client to avoid a child abuse conviction.

Driving Under Revocation - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with Driving Under Revocation after receiving a DUI. Client received a one-year deferred sentence to License for Driver’s required. This avoided statutory mandatory jail, a conviction, and a lengthy license revocation.

Careless Driving Causing Bodily Injury and Failure to Yield the Right of Way to a Pedestrian - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with Careless Driving Causing Bodily Injury and Failure to Yield the Right of Way to a Pedestrian. The client was able to avoid a conviction and received a one-year deferred sentence to Careless Driving, and had no points report to her DMV record.

Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic and Duty to Report Accidents - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with a violation for Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic and Duty to Report Accidents, a twelve-point violation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., was able to obtain a nine-month deferred sentence to Duty to Report Accidents, avoiding a conviction, points being assessed to the client’s driver’s license, and jail time.

Driving Under the Influence, Driving with Excessive Alcohol Content, Possession of an Open Alcoholic Container in a Motor Vehicle, Careless Driving, Driving Under Restraint - Deferred Sentence and Some Counts Dismissed

Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence, Driving with Excessive Alcohol Content, Possession of an Open Alcoholic Container in a Motor Vehicle, Careless Driving, and Driving Under Restraint. A blood test showed a result of .130. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., reviewed the discovery and challenged the investigation. This led to the client prevailing at the Department of Motor Vehicles hearing. Further, the aggressive representation led to the client obtaining a twelve-month deferred sentence to Driving Under the Influence and the remaining counts being dismissed. The client never suffered a loss of license, jail time, nor a conviction.

Child Abuse - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with child abuse for allegedly leaving their child unattended. This child abuse charge carried heavy consequences for the parent. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., through many months of dedicated work, obtained a dismissal for the client. The client’s case was dismissed, and the record was sealed.

Speeding Violation - Reduced to Zero-point Violation

Client was charged with a six-point speeding violation in Colorado Springs Municipal Court. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., was able have the charge reduced to Windows Unobstructed, a zero-point violation. No points were reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Careless Driving - Deferred Sentence

Client drove into a ditch and was contacted by police. The police conducted an investigation, establishing probable cause for Driving Under the Influence of Alcohol and Careless Driving. A blood test showed a result a BAC of .256. The police report and laboratory documentation did not disclose any anomalies in the blood alcohol test. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., reviewed the case and discovered that the blood test tubes that were used were expired which compromised the test results. The client received a one-year deferred sentence which avoided jail and a conviction.

Driving Under the Influence - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with Driving Under the Influence in two different counties on two different occasions. The allegation included bad driving with one of the allegations asserting that the client struck a police patrol car. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., spent hours reviewing both cases and ultimately challenged the cases concerning the mental state of the client. After obtaining professional opinions and presenting the information to the prosecutors both cases were dismissed and sealed. The client now has no record concerning these cases.

Careless Driving Causing an Accident - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with Careless Driving Causing an Accident. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., was able to obtain a one-year deferred sentence avoiding a conviction and points being reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

Speeding - Reduced to a Zero-point Violation

Client was charged with a six-point speeding violation in Colorado Springs Municipal Court. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., advocated for the client and had the charge reduced to Windows Unobstructed, a zero-point violation. No points were reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

Felony Menacing - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was involved in what was described as a road rage incident. This led to the client being forced to defend himself while being threatened. Client was charged with felony Menacing, a class 5 felony. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., analyzed the case and the allegations. Self-defense was asserted, as the client was threatened and needed to produce his weapon in defense. Through aggressive and knowledgeable representation, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., was able to have the case dismissed and sealed. The client served no jail time and now has no record.

Accident Involving Damage, Duty to Report Accidents, Careless Driving Involving an Accident, and Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with Accident Involving Damage, a twelve-point violation, Duty to Report Accidents, a twelve-point violation, Careless Driving Involving an Accident, a four-point violation, and Driving on Roadways Laned for Traffic, a three point violation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., was retained and went into action. Ultimately, the client received a one-year deferred sentence to Careless Driving. The client was charged with a total of thirty-one points and ultimately, as a result of a string defense effort had zero points reported to the Department of Motor Vehicles.

Careless Driving Approaching a Construction Zone - Dismissed

Client was charged with Careless Driving Approaching a Construction Zone. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., challenged the case which was ultimately dismissed.

Deferred Sentence for a Felony Sexual Offense - Records Sealed

Client had previously entered a deferred sentence for a felony sexual offense. The client successfully completed the deferred sentence and The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., advocated to have the records sealed. After a hearing the Court allowed the records to be sealed.

DUI - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with a DUI and submitted to a test resulting in a blood alcohol concentration of a .145. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., challenged the police investigation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., prevailed at the Department of Motor Vehicles Hearing on the basis that there was no probable cause for arrest. Further, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., continued to press on and ultimately had the case dismissed. The client never suffered a license revocation, and the case was dismissed and sealed.

DUI with Accident - Deferred Sentence

Client was involved in an automobile accident and charged with a DUI. The client ultimately refused a chemical test. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., challenged the police field sobriety results which led to a one-year deferred sentence to Driving Under the Influence. The client did not suffer a conviction, there was no jail time, and no points were reported to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles.

Speeding - Dismissed

Client was charged with a six-point speeding ticket in the Colorado Springs Municipal Court. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., was able to obtain a dismissal of the case.

Assault in the Second Degree, Assault in the Third Degree, and Harassment - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with Assault in the Second Degree, a class four felony, Assault in the Third Degree, a class one misdemeanor, and Harassment, a class three misdemeanor as the result of a domestic violence allegation. The felony involved an allegation of choking. Self-defense was asserted. Further, The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., interviewed witnesses on the case which ultimately led to the dismissal of the case against the client. This was a career saving dismissal as the client was active-duty military. The case was then sealed.

Assault in the Third Degree - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with Assault in the Third Degree, a class three misdemeanor. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., set the matter for jury trial and the case was ultimately dismissed and sealed. The client, who was on felony probation, was not revoked and avoided jail time.

DUI with Accident - Deferred Sentence

Client was involved in accident. Officers arrested the client and the client submitted to a blood test that had a BAC result of .201. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., challenged the investigation and the advisement given by police. The case was set for a motions hearing and the blood was suppressed by the judge. The client entered into a twelve-month deferred sentence, avoiding jail and a conviction. The disposition stipulated that the client could close and seal his record if after six months if he completes all of the conditions of the deferred sentence.

Third-Degree Assault - Dismissed

Client was charged with assaulting a coworker. The prosecutor was seeking a guilty plea. Through our persistence and dedication fighting for the client, the case was eventually dismissed.

Financial Fraud and Theft Felony - Evidence Suppressed - Dismissed

Client was charged with theft and financial fraud and implicated in an international fraud scheme. The case was a white-collar crime and was investigated by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office and the Department of Homeland Security and prosecuted by the District Attorney's Economic Crime Division. The district attorney insisted that the client plead guilty and the case proceeded to litigation. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C., filed a Motion to Suppress evidence based upon an illegal search. The court found that the search was illegal and suppressed the majority of the prosecution's case. The case was subsequently dismissed by the District Attorney's Office.

Driving Under the Influence - Dismissed

Client was charged with a DUI after being involved in a motorcycle accident. The case was scheduled for a motions hearing and trial and ultimately dismissed.

Second-Degree Burglary Felony - Dismissed

Client was accused of Second-Degree Burglary. The case was set for trial. The prosecution was unable to proceed and the case was dismissed.

First-Degree Assault Felony - Reduced to Third-Degree Assault/No Jail

Client was accused of causing serious bodily injury with a deadly weapon. The client was charged with First-Degree Criminal Assault, which is a crime of violence and caused the client to face 10-32 years in prison. The district attorney insisted that the client plead guilty to a felony with exposure to prison. The case was set for trial and proceeded into litigation. The charges were ultimately reduced to a misdemeanor Third-Degree Assault and the client received no jail.

Driving Under the Influence - Not Guilty at Trial

The client was charged with Driving Under the Influence. The officer made contact with the client late at night and observed indicia of intoxication, including noting that the client had vomit on his shoe. The case proceeded to trial and the jury found the client not guilty of Driving Under the Influence.

Criminal Mischief - Dismissed

Client was charged with felony Criminal Mischief/Domestic Violence. The victim alleged that the client had broken in and stolen items. The district attorney offered a plea to a felony, which was refused, and the case was set for trial. Investigation revealed holes in the victim's story. The case was dismissed on the day of trial. The client was able to keep his employment.

Illegal Discharge of a Weapon - Dismissed

Client was charged with illegal discharge of a weapon in the city. A review of the city ordinance revealed a legal defense. The case was dismissed.

Driving Under the Influence - Dismissed

Client was charged with DUI, Careless Driving, and Failure to Notify Police after an accident. Case was set for motions and trial. Client entered a plea of Reckless Driving, and all remaining charges were dismissed.

Driving Under the Influence - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with DUI, Obstructing a Peace Officer, and Failure to Stop at a traffic signal. The client received a deferred sentence to Reckless Driving. The remaining charges were dismissed.

Third-Degree Assault - Dismissed

Client was charged with Assault in the Third Degree and Harassment as the result of a domestic violence allegation. The case was dismissed.

Manslaughter - Not Guilty at Trial

Client was driving into a convenience store parking lot and ran over a pedestrian, who died from the impact. The district attorney offered a plea bargain to the charge, which our client refused. The case proceeded to a jury trial, and client was found not guilty.

Driving Under the Influence - Dismissed

Client was charged with DUI, Careless Driving, and Making a False Report to authorities. The case was set for trial when the client pled guilty to the lesser charge of Careless Driving. The DUI and False Reporting charges were dismissed.

False Imprisonment - Dismissed

Client was accused of false imprisonment, but we got the case dismissed.

Driving Under the Influence - Not Guilty at Trial

Client was charged with DUI, Failure to Use Turn Signals, and Failure to Drive in a Single Lane. The client had failed roadside tests and submitted a blood alcohol level of .137%. The case proceeded to jury trial, and client was found not guilty of DUI by the jury.

Class 3 Felony Sexual Assault - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was charged with a Class 3 felony Sexual Assault, which carried a potential life sentence. The case proceeded to a lengthy jury trial, where the client was ultimately found not guilty. The case was dismissed and sealed.

Driving Under the Influence - Not Guilty at Trial

Client was charged with DUI and Speeding. A Colorado Springs Police Detective Sergeant conducted the DUI investigation and observed vomit on our client at time of arrest. The case proceeded to a jury trial. The client was found not guilty of DUI, but guilty of Speeding.

First-Degree Assault - Reduced to Misdemeanor/No Jail

Client faced 10-30 years in prison for First-Degree Assault. Just before going to jury trial, the client received a misdemeanor plea with no jail, and felony Crime of Violence counts were dismissed.

Driving While Ability Impaired - Deferred Sentence

Client charged with DWAI; received a deferred sentence to Reckless Driving.

Driving Under the Influence, Resisting Arrest - Deferred Sentence/Dismissed

Client was charged with DUI, Resisting Arrest, and Driving Without a Valid Driver's License. Client entered a plea for deferred sentence to Reckless Driving. Remaining counts dismissed.

Possession of Weapon, Theft, False Imprisonment - Dismissed

Client was charged with Possession of a Weapon by a previous offender, Obstruction of Telephone Service, Theft, and False Imprisonment. The entire case was dismissed.

Third-Degree Assault - Dismissed

Client was charged with Assault in the Third Degree and Harassment as a result of a domestic violence incident. Case dismissed.

First-Degree Domestic Violence Assault - Deferred Sentence/No Jail

Client charged with a Domestic Violence Assault in the First Degree, carrying a potential prison sentence. The client received a two-year deferred sentence to Menacing, a Class 5 felony with no jail.

Computer Crimes, Theft, Fraud by Check - Evidence Suppressed - Dismissed

Client was charged with Computer Crimes, Theft, and Fraud by Check. The client faced multiple felony charges as a result of these white-collar crime allegations. Case was set for trial. Our pretrial Motion to Suppress was granted because of an illegal search of the client's bank records. The case and all charges were dismissed.

Driving Under the Influence - Dismissed and Sealed

Client was a previous offender charged with DUI and facing mandatory jail. Case proceeded to pretrial motions, but it was dismissed for lack of reasonable suspicion. Case was sealed.

Driving Under the Influence with Accident - Dismissed

Client was involved in a traffic accident. Officers observed signs of intoxication and client failed sobriety tests. He submitted to a blood test with a result of .243% BAC. DUI charges were dismissed; client was only found guilty of Careless Driving.

Driving Under the Influence with Accident - Dismissed

Client charged with DUI and Careless Driving after being involved in a traffic accident. Client admitted to consuming alcohol but refused a chemical test. DUI charge dismissed; client found guilty of Careless Driving.

Obstructing a Peace Officer - Dismissed

Client charged with Obstructing a Peace Officer after fighting with police officers in performance of their duties. Case dismissed.

Driving Under the Influence - Dismissed

Client charged with DUI. Our Motion to Dismiss challenged the police officers' failure to allow another breath test, and it was granted. Case dismissed.

Driving Under the Influence with Accident - Deferred Sentence

Client was charged with DUI, Careless Driving, and Driving Without a Valid License after a serious accident on I-25. DUI charge was deferred sentence to DWAI; remaining charges were dismissed.

Third-Degree Assault, Felony Menacing - Dismissed and Sealed

Client charged with felony Menacing, Assault in the Third Degree, and Harassment. Case dismissed and sealed.

Past results of cases are exactly that: past results. They cannot be used to promise or guarantee a result in any future case. However, if you have been charged with a criminal offense and are looking for an experienced attorney to represent and defend you on your case, contact The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. at (719) 475-2555. The Bussey Law Firm, P.C. is a nationally recognized law firm that has been in business since 1997. The founder of the law firm, Timothy R. Bussey, has been recognized for years as a Super Lawyer, a Top 100 trial attorney by The National Trial Lawyers in both criminal and civil plaintiff, a sustaining member of the National College of DUI Defense Attorneys, a former Board Member of the DUI Lawyers Association, voted a Top Lawyer by Colorado Springs Magazine, AV peer review rated by Martindale-Hubbell, authorized to practice before the United States Supreme Court, a graduate of Gerry Spence’s Trial Lawyers College, and many other accomplishments.

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