Colorado criminal defense attorney Joseph Santaularia represents clients facing all kinds of offenses such as DUI, domestic violence, sex crimes, drug crimes, and theft crimes. In the majority of cases, he can negotiate a favorable resolution without a trial.
Joseph discusses his approach to cases:
I hate seeing people put in a difficult position based on overzealous prosecutors and a broken criminal justice system. Being charged with a crime does not always mean you are either guilty or responsible. There is a presumption of innocence for a reason, and there are many sides to every story. Even if you did make a mistake, I’m here to help you through a difficult system where the state is often determined to make an example out of you. There are a lot of things to balance in a criminal defense case, and I bring a background of assessing risk and a pragmatic approach to counseling my clients. I’m determined to get the best possible outcome for my clients!
Joseph lives in Aspen but works on cases across the state. An avid skier and golfer, he loves the mountain energy and the positivity of a small mountain community.
Notable Cases
- People v. J.W. (Adams County): Not Guilty in a DUI and careless driving trial.
- People v. S.B. (Saguache): Dismissed felony stalking charge.
- People v. M.H. (Denver): Dismissed felony assault charge.
- People v. M.F. (Mesa): Dismissed felony menacing charge.
- People v. G.D. (Routt): Dismissed DUI charge.
- People v. B.M. (Denver): Dismissed felony criminal mischief and misdemeanor domestic violence.
Education
- J.D., New York Law School – 2008
- B.A. in Finance, University of Florida – 2002
Bar Admissions
- Colorado since 2024