The Boulder Criminal Defense Attorney Podcast | McCabe Law

Most people's only picture of a criminal courtroom comes from TV. And almost all of it is wrong. In this episode, Janene McCabe pulls back the curtain on what really happens in a courtroom, from your first appearance before a judge to how trials are actually structured, why most cases never reach a verdict, and what she wishes every client knew before stepping inside. Episode 5 covers what to wear and what to avoid wearing to court, how to conduct yourself in front of a judge, what to do when emotions take over, how the prosecution and defense each play their role during a criminal trial, the biggest misconceptions people have from TV and movies, why most criminal cases resolve before trial ever begins, and why Janeine chose criminal defense as her career. Janene McCabe is a Boulder criminal defense attorney and courtroom litigator who has taken nearly 100 cases to trial across municipal, county, and district courts in Colorado. She breaks down the criminal justice system in plain language so that anyone facing charges or an investigation knows exactly what to do and what not to do. If you need legal help or want to learn more about how Janene McCabe can assist you, visit our practice areas page: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Intro  0:14 Welcome and episode overview  1:00 What to expect when appearing in court  1:27 What not to wear to court  1:58 What not to say to a judge  2:16 What to do if you are feeling emotional or overwhelmed in court  3:19 How criminal trials actually work  3:58 What TV gets wrong about criminal trials  5:01 Why most criminal cases resolve before trial  5:52 Why Janene McCabe chose criminal defense as a career If you are facing criminal charges or want to understand your options, visit our practice areas page to learn how Janene McCabe can help: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  Website: https://www.mccabe-law.net/   Connect with McCabe Law: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccabelawfirm/    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/    TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/    X: https://x.com/mccabelawfirm_   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mccabelawfirm/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm   #CriminalTrial #CriminalDefense #BoulderCriminalLawyer #ColoradoLaw #KnowYourRights #CourtRoom #criminallaw  KEYWORDS  what to expect in court, criminal trial process explained, how criminal trials work, what TV gets wrong about trials, criminal defense attorney Boulder, courtroom tips for defendants, why criminal cases settle before trial, Boulder criminal lawyer podcast, Janene McCabe attorney, Colorado criminal law If this episode helped you understand what to expect in a courtroom, subscribe so you never miss an episode. Every week we break down the criminal justice process in plain language so you always know your rights. ABOUT THE SHOW  The Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast with Janene McCabe breaks down the criminal justice system in plain, honest language. Hosted by Elena Nicole, each episode covers the questions people have but rarely know where to ask, from what defense attorneys actually do to how cases are investigated, built, and fought in court

A sexual assault accusation can upend your life before a single charge is filed. The way evidence is collected, the timeline of the allegation, and what you say or do in the hours after an accusation can determine everything about how your case unfolds. In this episode, Janene McCabe walks through exactly how sexual assault cases are investigated and what a defense attorney does to fight back. Episode 4 covers how police investigate sexual assault allegations, what evidence is collected and when, how defense attorneys challenge accusations and evaluate digital evidence and timelines, what to avoid doing immediately after an accusation, how credibility and inconsistencies shape a case, and what factors determine the length of a sexual assault trial including the role of expert witnesses and pre-trial motions. Janene McCabe is a Boulder-based criminal defense attorney and courtroom litigator who has taken nearly 100 cases to trial across municipal, county, and district courts in Colorado. She breaks down the criminal justice system in plain language so that anyone facing charges or an investigation knows exactly what to do and what not to do. If you need legal help or want to learn more about how Janene McCabe can assist you, visit our practice areas page: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/ TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Intro 0:14 Welcome and episode overview 0:57 How police investigate sexual assault allegations 1:48 What evidence is typically collected and when 2:19 How investigation mistakes create legal challenges 2:47 How defense attorneys challenge sexual assault accusations 3:32 How a criminal defense attorney fights a sexual assault accusation 4:12 What to avoid doing immediately after an accusation 4:56 How defense teams evaluate statements, timelines, and digital evidence 5:26 What is the best defense in a sexual assault case 5:51 The role credibility and inconsistencies play in these cases 6:20 How long does a sexual assault trial actually take 6:37 What factors determine whether a trial lasts days or weeks 7:17 How expert witnesses and pre-trial motions affect trial timelines LINKS  If you are facing a sexual assault accusation or any criminal charge, visit our practice areas page to learn how Janene McCabe can help: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/   Website: https://www.mccabe-law.net/   Sexual Assault: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/sexual-assault/  Connect with McCabe Law: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccabelawfirm/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   X: https://x.com/mccabelawfirm_   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mccabelawfirm/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm   #SexualAssaultDefense #CriminalDefense #BoulderCriminalLawyer #ColoradoLaw #KnowYourRights #CriminalLaw #FalseAccusations KEYWORDS  sexual assault defense attorney Boulder, how sexual assault cases are investigated, sexual assault accusation what to do, DNA evidence criminal defense, pretextual phone call police, consent defense sexual assault, Boulder criminal lawyer podcast, Janene McCabe attorney, Colorado criminal law, sexual assault trial length If this episode helped you understand how sexual assault cases are built and defended, subscribe so you never miss an episode. Every week we break down the criminal justice process in plain language so you always know your rights. ABOUT THE SHOW  The Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast with Janene McCabe breaks down the criminal justice system in plain, honest language. Hosted by Alina Nicole, each episode covers the questions people have but rarely know where to ask, from what defense attorneys actually do to how cases are investigated, built, and fought in court.

Assault and domestic violence charges in Colorado carry consequences most people never see coming. Losing your gun rights, a permanent criminal record, and an arrest that happens even when both parties have injuries. In this episode, Janene McCabe breaks down everything you need to know before, during, and after an allegation is made. Episode 3 covers the three degrees of assault in Colorado and what separates them, how domestic violence is defined under Colorado law and why it is not always physical, what immediate consequences follow an accusation, what defenses exist, how credibility is determined, what weak evidence actually looks like, and how police investigate domestic violence cases from the moment they are called to a scene. Janene McCabe is a Boulder criminal defense attorney and courtroom litigator who has taken nearly 100 cases to trial across municipal, county, and district courts in Colorado. She breaks down the criminal justice system in plain language so that anyone facing charges or an investigation knows exactly what to do and what not to do. TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Intro   0:14 Welcome and episode overview   0:55 The three degrees of assault in Colorado explained   2:08 Which assault charges do you see most often   2:30 What factors raise or lower the degree of an assault charge   2:50 How prosecutors prove intent and injury   3:10 What is domestic violence under Colorado law   3:50 What relationships lead to domestic violence charges   4:10 What immediate consequences follow an accusation   4:46 What is the best defense for domestic violence charges   5:30 What evidence matters most in domestic violence cases   6:10 What to do immediately after an allegation is made   6:35 How to prove innocence in a domestic violence case   7:06 What evidence can challenge or contradict an allegation   7:37 Why timelines, messages, and witness statements matter   8:14 What counts as weak evidence in domestic violence cases   8:38 Red flags that show up in police reports   9:19 How the absence of physical evidence affects a case   10:02 How attorneys determine the credibility of a witness   10:33 How domestic violence cases are investigated by police LINKS  If you are facing assault or domestic violence charges, visit our practice areas page to learn how Janene McCabe can help: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  Website: https://www.mccabe-law.net/   Assault: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/physical-assault/  Domestic Violence: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/domestic-violence/  Connect with McCabe Law: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccabelawfirm/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   X: https://x.com/mccabelawfirm_   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mccabelawfirm/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm   #DomesticViolence #AssaultCharges #CriminalDefense #BoulderCriminalLawyer #ColoradoLaw #KnowYourRights #CriminalLaw KEYWORDS  domestic violence charges Colorado, assault charges Colorado, first second third degree assault, domestic violence defense attorney Boulder, losing gun rights domestic violence, how domestic violence is investigated, criminal defense attorney Boulder, Boulder criminal lawyer podcast, Janene McCabe attorney, Colorado criminal law SUBSCRIBE  If this episode helped you understand assault and domestic violence charges, subscribe so you never miss an episode. Every week we break down the criminal justice process in plain language so you always know your rights. ABOUT THE SHOW  The Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast with Janene McCabe breaks down the criminal justice system in plain, honest language. Hosted by Alina Nicole, each episode covers the questions people have but rarely know where to ask, from what defense attorneys actually do to how cases are investigated, built, and fought in court.

Most people believe that if police never read them their Miranda rights, anything they say cannot be used against them. That is one of the most dangerous legal myths out there, and in this episode, Janene McCabe breaks down exactly why that assumption can cost you your case before it even begins. Episode 2 covers what actually happens the moment you are arrested, from the investigatory stop to booking and processing, what your rights are at each stage, how to properly invoke your right to remain silent, what behaviors can unintentionally escalate a police interaction, and how criminal defense attorneys build a case strategy from day one. Janene also walks through how defense teams challenge evidence, what common pre-trial motions look like, and how the decision to negotiate or go to trial is made. Janene McCabe is a Boulder-based criminal defense attorney and courtroom litigator who has taken nearly 100 cases to trial across municipal, county, and district courts in Colorado. She breaks down the criminal justice system in plain language so that anyone facing charges or an investigation knows exactly what to do and what not to do. If you need legal help or want to learn more about how Janene McCabe can assist you, visit our practice areas page: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Intro 0:14 Welcome and episode overview 0:54 The Miranda rights myth you need to stop believing 1:28 What procedures are used during an arrest 2:08 What happens during booking and processing 2:42 What rights you have after being arrested 2:57 How to properly invoke your right to remain silent 3:07 What happens if you try to explain yourself to police 3:28 How to stay calm when being arrested 3:50 Behaviors that can unintentionally escalate a police interaction 4:25 What to focus on in the moment to protect yourself 4:53 How a defense attorney builds a case strategy 5:58 Criminal defense techniques attorneys actually use 6:40 Common pre-trial motions and why they matter 7:17 The most common criminal defense 7:41 How defense attorneys challenge the prosecution's evidence 8:19 The most common evidence problems in criminal cases 8:58 How the defense decides whether to negotiate or go to trial If you are facing criminal charges or think you may be under investigation, visit our practice areas page to learn how Janene McCabe can help: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  Website: https://www.mccabe-law.net/   Connect with McCabe Law: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccabelawfirm/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   X: https://x.com/mccabelawfirm_  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mccabelawfirm/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm  #CriminalDefense #BoulderCriminalLawyer #KnowYourRights #MirandaRights #CriminalLaw #ArrestedNow #ColoradoLaw KEYWORDS  what happens when you get arrested, Miranda rights myth, criminal defense attorney Boulder, how to invoke right to remain silent, booking and processing after arrest, criminal defense case strategy, challenging evidence in court, pre-trial motions Colorado, Boulder criminal lawyer podcast, Janene McCabe attorney If this episode helped you understand what to do if you are ever arrested, subscribe so you never miss an episode. Every week we break down the criminal justice process in plain language so you always know your rights.  Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm   ABOUT THE SHOW  The Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast with Janene McCabe breaks down the criminal justice system in plain, honest language. Hosted by Elena Nicole, each episode covers the questions people have but rarely know where to ask, from what defense attorneys actually do to how cases are investigated, built, and fought in court.

Most people have no idea what a criminal defense attorney actually does until they desperately need one. In this episode, we break down the basics of criminal defense law, who it protects, when to call a lawyer, and why the steps you take before charges are even filed can make or break your case. Episode 1 covers everything from what constitutional rights a defense attorney is protecting, to why there is no such thing as an informal conversation with police. You will learn the most common mistakes people make before hiring a lawyer, how to respond if a detective calls you out of nowhere, and what signs to watch for if law enforcement may be building a case against you without your knowledge. Janine McCabe is a Boulder-based criminal defense attorney and courtroom litigator who has taken nearly 100 cases to trial across municipal, county, and district courts in Colorado. She breaks down the criminal justice process in plain language so that anyone facing an investigation or charge knows exactly what to do and what not to do. TIMESTAMPS  0:00 Introduction 0:52 What is criminal defense law? 1:12 What does a criminal defense lawyer actually do? 1:31 Constitutional rights your attorney protects 2:12 General lawyer vs. criminal defense specialist 2:29 When should you hire a criminal defense attorney? 2:54 Why you should never talk to police without a lawyer 3:32 What experience matters most when choosing a defense attorney 4:03 How the attorney's role shifts from investigation to trial 4:37 How to know if your lawyer is doing a good job 5:46 Why someone hires a criminal defense attorney 6:39 What happens in the first meeting 7:16 Most common mistakes before hiring a lawyer 7:47 Why waiting too long to hire a lawyer can hurt your case 8:09 How talking to friends, family, or on social media can affect your case 8:50 What to do immediately if you think you are being investigated 9:05 How to know if you are being investigated 9:31 Signs law enforcement may be building a case against you 9:56 What to do if investigators reach out 10:27 Why informal conversations with police are never actually informal 10:44 The safest way to respond if police ask for an interview If you are facing criminal charges or think you may be under investigation, visit our practice areas page to learn how Janene McCabe can help: https://www.mccabe-law.net/practice/  Website: https://www.mccabe-law.net/   Connect with McCabe Law: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mccabelawfirm/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   TikTok: https://www.facebook.com/janenemccabelaw/   X: https://x.com/mccabelawfirm_  Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mccabelawfirm/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm  #CriminalDefense #BoulderCriminalLawyer #KnowYourRights #MirandaRights #CriminalLaw #ArrestedNow #ColoradoLaw KEYWORDS  what happens when you get arrested, Miranda rights myth, criminal defense attorney Boulder, how to invoke right to remain silent, booking and processing after arrest, criminal defense case strategy, challenging evidence in court, pre-trial motions Colorado, Boulder criminal lawyer podcast, Janene McCabe attorney If this episode helped you understand what to do if you are ever arrested, subscribe so you never miss an episode. Every week we break down the criminal justice process in plain language so you always know your rights.  Subscribe now: https://www.youtube.com/@mccabelawfirm   ABOUT THE SHOW  The Boulder Criminal Defense Lawyer Podcast with Janene McCabe breaks down the criminal justice system in plain, honest language. Hosted by Elena Nicole, each episode covers the questions people have but rarely know where to ask, from what defense attorneys actually do to how cases are investigated, built, and fought in court.