Denver Criminal Defense Attorney

Alaurice Tafoya-Modi

Facing criminal charges is an intimidating and scary experience. The outcome of your case can impact the rest of your life in ways that you have never imagined. When your future is on the line, you need to contact a dedicated criminal defense lawyer immediately to discuss your options. Alaurice Tafoya-Modi is a Denver based attorney that has spent her career defending people in Colorado against criminal charges. Located in Denver and serving all counties including Denver County, Arapahoe County, Weld County, Jefferson County, Adams County, Boulder County, and Douglas County, she handles both Colorado state and Federal charges. Her experience, legal skills, and compassion make her a zealous courtroom advocate if you have been charged with any crime. You can expect Ms. Tafoya-Modi to thoroughly analyze and investigate your case, defend your rights, aggressively plea bargain your case and, if necessary, give you the best trial defense possible.

Felony or Misdemeanor

Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor, a felony or DUI, whether state charges or federal, you need an attorney who will fight hard for you.  Misdemeanors charges, which carry sentences of no more than one year in jail, are nevertheless serious charges.  Felony charges, which carry the potential for more than a year in jail can have permanent effects on your ability to find work, housing, and obtain government benefits.  DUI cases, while extremely common in Colorado are also quite complicated because they involve not only a criminal charge but an administrative charge in which you may lose your driver’s license.  If you have a Federal charge filed against you, there is a whole different set of skills needed as Federal Court has different procedures, and the stakes are even higher than in state court.

Strong trial skills are crucial, not only for when the day comes when you may take the biggest gamble of your life, a jury trial, but for every step of the way when the prosecutor knows they are gearing up against an experienced trial contender and decide to offer you a very favorable plea bargain instead. Mrs. Tafoya-Modi has extensive trial experience both in the Denver County Public Defender’s Office and in private practice defending people against all kinds of criminal charges.  She has defended people charged with misdemeanor offenses and First Degree Murder, and has handled high profile cases that received intense media scrutiny.  Mrs. Tafoya-Modi is a Denver criminal defense attorney who understands how to work through all of the complications that can arise, and will fiercely advocate for her clients at all stages of the process.  Call her at (303)813-1100 for your FREE CONSULTATION.

Testimonials

Here are some of the things that Ms. Tafoya-Modi’s clients have said about her handling of their cases:

December 12, 2014 - I was charged with a major narcotic conspiracy case. Mrs. Alaurice Tafoya-Modi’s representation in this matter was awesome! The government wanted me to settle for a lengthy prison sentence. Yet, with the diligence and persistence of Mrs. Tafoya-Modi, she was able to reduce that amount to well under half of what they wanted! She brought me hope when I thought none existed. I recommend her as an excellent choice for counsel in complex and difficult matters as I’ve experienced. I have no regrets and much thanks.

- G.P.

 

In April of 2013, I was arrested for a very serious charge. I was so terrified and worried for my future. In May I had the great pleasure to meet Mrs. Tafoya-Modi as she represented me as my attorney. Due to this, I can return to college. Currently, Mrs. Tafoya-Modi and I are at constant communications with one another even if it’s just a “Hello, How’s everything going?” She is one of the best Lawyers I’ve known as well as a wonderful mom. She is a very caring person she always contacts me to see how my daughter and I are doing, or if we need anything. She was always on top of my case doing all that was possible to help me. In saying that she worked so hard scheduling extra meetings with me to make sure we sought every option possible. Day or night she would do everything she could to make the case better even if that meant more interviews with others that were involved in the case or talking to the DA or whatever it was she had to do she would get the job done. Having Mrs. Tafoya-Modi represent me was the best thing that could’ve happened, she stopped at nothing to get every detail down to make sure she knew exactly what she needed to do to win the case. In every court date she communicated with me about what was going on as well as explaining all the legal terms. If there was any bad news she was straight forward with it and always made sure all questions were answered. I would HIGHLY recommend Mrs. Tafoya-Modi to everyone whom would love to win their case because she will do everything in her power to represent one and win the case as well as informing one of all their options!!!

- M.G.

 

I was previously a client of Alaurice Tafoya-Modi. On March 5, 2012, Mrs. Tafoya-Modi entered an appearance as my attorney in a federal case. During the course of the proceedings, she was always responsive to all my phone calls as well as letters. In addition, she always made time to visit me, to listen and answer any questions or concerns regarding my case. I was sentenced on October 10, 2013 and I believe that Mrs. Tafoya-Modi got me the best plea deal available and I truly believe if it wasn’t for the mandatory minimum drug laws, she would have helped me receive an even lesser sentence. I would say that overall Mrs. Tafoya-Modi is an excellent attorney who will stand and fight for her client’s rights and I would highly recommend her services to anyone.

- D.G.

 

I just want to tell you thank you very much for all the help. You helped me out in a case I had in Denver in ’08, and I never got to express my gratitude to you! So I’m finally out and I have a good job and my family is here for me 100% and we are thankful for how you handled my case; so thanks again, and if I ever run across anyone who needs a good lawyer, I will let them know who to talk to! May God bless!

 

I am the Account Manager for People’s Rent To Own. I first met Mrs. Tafoya-Modi in 2011 when I was referred to her by a friend after being charged with a criminal offense. Promptly after, Mrs. Tafoya-Modi agreed to take my case and represent me as my attorney. Over the next year, I spent many hours with Mrs. Tafoya-Modi, and developed a professional relationship.