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Are You in Need of a Criminal Defense Lawyer?

A criminal charge can lead to heavy fines, jail time, and other problems that follow you for years. When the stakes are this high, you should not face the criminal justice system alone.

At Steven Titus & Associates, P.C., we defend people who are accused of crimes throughout Wyoming. Our legal team understands how stressful an arrest or investigation can be. We work hard to protect our clients and build a solid defense based on the facts of your case.

You should contact a Wyoming criminal defense attorney right away if:

Police want to question you about an alleged crime.
You have been arrested or received a citation or summons.
Officers searched your home, vehicle, phone, or property.
You are under investigation but have not yet been charged.
You are facing DUI or drug allegations.
You are accused of violating a protection order.
Your professional license or employment could be affected by a conviction.

You Need a Fighter in Your Corner

Call Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. at (307) 257-7800 for a free consultation today.

Why Choose Us Over Other Criminal Defense Attorneys in Wyoming?

The criminal justice system can move quickly. Police may ask questions, seek permission to search property, collect evidence, or ask you to explain what happened. What you say and do during these early stages can affect the case later.

Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. can step in and deal with law enforcement and prosecutors on your behalf. Your attorney can also investigate the allegations, review the evidence, identify legal problems, and advise you about possible outcomes.

Here’s what sets our firm apart:

Extensive experience in Wyoming courts, handling misdemeanor and felony cases and navigating the state’s criminal court system.
Representation beginning during the investigation stage, helping protect your rights and interests even before prosecutors determine whether to pursue formal charges.
Consistent and responsive communication, providing clear answers and timely updates so you understand what is happening throughout your case.
Voted #1 Law Firm by County 17 Readers, reflecting community recognition of the firm and its commitment to client service.
Graduate of the National College for DUI Defense program at Harvard Law School, reflecting advanced training focused on DUI defense strategies and advocacy.
Free criminal defense consultations that allow you to discuss your circumstances and potential next steps with an attorney.

Defending Against Criminal Charges

Choosing the right legal strategy depends on assessing the charge, evidence, police investigation, witnesses, and surrounding facts.

Lack of Evidence

The prosecution has the burden of proving the criminal charge. Suspicion is not enough. When evidence is weak, incomplete, or unreliable, your attorney can challenge whether the government can prove its case.

Mistaken Identity

Witnesses can make mistakes. Poor lighting, distance, stress, brief encounters, and other factors can affect identification. Video footage, phone information, location records, or other evidence may contradict an accusation.

Illegal Search or Seizure

Police searches and seizures are subject to constitutional limits. When officers obtain evidence through an unlawful search or seizure, a defense attorney may seek to prevent that evidence from being used in court.

False Accusations

Criminal allegations sometimes arise from anger, misunderstandings, relationship disputes, or conflicting versions of an event. Your attorney can investigate the accusation and look for evidence that challenges the accuser’s account.

Lack of Criminal Intent

Some offenses require proof that a person acted knowingly or intentionally. If the prosecution cannot establish the required state of mind, it may be unable to prove every element of the offense.

Self-Defense

A person accused of a violent offense may claim that force was used lawfully to protect themselves or another person. Whether self-defense applies depends heavily on the circumstances surrounding the confrontation.

Problems With Testing or Evidence

Drug and DUI cases may involve chemical testing, field sobriety tests, laboratory analysis, or other technical evidence. Defense counsel can review how evidence was collected, stored, tested, and documented.

Witness Credibility Problems

Witness statements may change over time or conflict with other evidence. A defense attorney can compare statements, examine possible motives or bias, and challenge testimony that does not match the facts.

Types of Criminal Cases We Handle

Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. handles a broad range of criminal matters in Wyoming, from DUI charges to serious felony allegations. We also represent people during pre-charge investigations when possible.

DUI

A DUI charge can lead to serious jail time and threaten your driving privileges and employment status. DUI cases may involve traffic-stop issues, field sobriety testing, breath tests, blood tests, and questions about whether officers had lawful grounds for the stop or arrest. We examine each stage of the investigation and look for weaknesses that may affect the prosecution’s case.

Drug Crimes

Drug crimes can range from allegations of possession to more serious accusations involving distribution or other drug activity. A strong legal defense may involve questions about who possessed the substance, whether police conducted a lawful search, whether the substance was properly tested, or whether prosecutors can prove knowledge and intent.

Theft Crimes

Theft crimes can involve disputes about ownership, intent, identity, or what actually happened to property. A defense attorney can investigate whether prosecutors have evidence showing that the accused intentionally committed the alleged theft rather than relying on assumptions or incomplete information.

Violent Crimes

Conviction for a violent crime carries severe consequences. We defend clients against allegations involving assault, aggravated assault and battery, strangulation, and other violent offenses.

These cases may depend on witness accounts and a firm understanding of the circumstances leading to the alleged incident. Self-defense, conflicting statements, physical evidence, and credibility can all become important.

Sex Crimes

Accusations of sex crimes can threaten a person’s freedom and reputation. A conviction for certain sex crimes may also require mandatory registration as a sex offender, potentially creating long-term consequences for where a person lives, works, and participates in the community.

These cases require careful handling. Our lawyer can review the evidence, witness statements, communications, timelines, and investigative methods used by law enforcement while protecting the client’s legal rights.

White-Collar Crimes

White-collar crimes may involve financial records, electronic communications, business transactions, and large amounts of documentary evidence.

These cases can be very complicated. Careful review of records and the government’s theory can be critical to determining whether prosecutors can establish criminal intent and the other required parts of the charge.

Traffic Offenses

Depending on the allegation, a conviction of a traffic offense can affect your license, insurance costs, employment, and driving record. We can review the stop, citation, available evidence, and possible defenses before helping you decide how to proceed.

Domestic Violence and Protection Order Cases

Domestic violence accusations can result in criminal charges and protection-order proceedings. They can also affect housing, employment, relationships, and firearm rights. Because these cases often involve competing accounts of a private incident, early investigation can be especially important.

Game and Fish and Wildlife Cases

Wyoming’s hunting, fishing, and wildlife laws can lead to serious allegations, particularly in cases involving valuable wildlife or claimed violations of hunting regulations. We represent people facing Game and Fish or wildlife-related cases and examine the evidence surrounding the alleged violation.

Juvenile Crimes

A criminal accusation can have a major effect on a young person’s future. Juvenile cases require careful attention to both the immediate allegations and the long-term consequences. Our Wyoming criminal defense attorney works to protect the juvenile’s rights while helping families understand the legal process.

Pre-Charge Investigations

You do not have to wait until charges are filed to contact an attorney. If you know police are investigating you, early representation can be valuable. An attorney can communicate with investigators, help protect your rights, preserve useful evidence, and prepare for possible charges.

Expungements

A past criminal matter can continue creating problems long after the court case ends. When Wyoming law allows it, an expungement may provide a way to limit the effect of an old criminal record. We can review your circumstances and determine whether seeking an expungement may be an option.

Get Help Before Charges Are Filed

Under investigation but not yet charged? Early legal help can matter. Call Steven Titus & Associates at (307) 257-7800 to discuss your situation.

How Can a Criminal Defense Lawyer Help?

A criminal defense lawyer does much more than appear in court. Effective defense work should begin as soon as an attorney learns about an investigation.

Protect You During an Investigation. If police want to question you, your attorney can advise you about your rights and communicate with investigators. This may prevent you from making statements that prosecutors could later use against you.
Investigate What Happened. Police reports tell the government’s version of events, but they do not always tell the whole story. A defense investigation may include reviewing videos, photographs, witness accounts, phone records, messages, physical evidence, and other information.
Review Police Conduct. Law enforcement officers must follow legal rules when conducting stops, searches, seizures, interrogations, and arrests. Your attorney can examine whether those rules were followed and challenge evidence when appropriate.
Explain the Charges. Criminal statutes can be confusing. Your attorney can explain what prosecutors must prove, what penalties may apply, and how the charge could affect your life.
Negotiate With Prosecutors. Some cases can be resolved without a trial. Depending on the facts, an attorney may negotiate seeking reduced charges, reduced penalties, or another resolution.
Prepare for Trial. A good defense must be prepared with the possibility of trial in mind. Our attorney focuses on the evidence, weaknesses in the prosecution’s case, witness credibility, and the legal issues that could matter when a case comes before a judge or jury.

What Should You Do After Being Arrested in Wyoming?

Your actions after an arrest matter. Remain calm and avoid arguing or physically resisting officers. Contact a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible.

You have important constitutional rights. Do not answer any questions from the police unless your attorney is present.

Avoid discussing the facts of your case on social media or with anyone other than your attorney. Messages, posts, photographs, and videos may become evidence.

Case Results

Felony Possession and Felony Distribution. All Charges Dropped

The client was stopped for speeding in Laramie County, Wyoming. A Wyoming State Patrolman searched the vehicle and discovered approximately 72 pounds of marijuana, resulting in felony possession and intent-to-deliver charges. Steven Titus identified Fourth Amendment issues involving the legality of the stop and search and filed a Motion to Suppress. After reviewing the motion and speaking with the patrolman, the District Attorney’s Office dismissed the case the following week.

Third-Degree Sexual Assault of a Minor. No Jail Time.

The client, a registered sex offender, was charged with Third-Degree Sexual Assault of a Minor and faced up to 15 years in prison after being accused of exposing himself to a minor in the Sleepy Hollow area. Our investigator interviewed witnesses, recreated the alleged crime scene, and consulted the client’s doctor about potential defenses.

Steven Titus successfully challenged the State’s proposed grooming expert during a Daubert hearing. After the court excluded the expert testimony, the State dropped the sexual assault charges. Client plead nolo contendre to a misdemeanor indecent exposure charges and received six months of probation.

What Clients Are Saying About Us

At his very best in the courtroom-GNT (5-Star Google Review)

Steven is a highly experienced trial attorney who is at his very best in the courtroom. Steven is not afraid to take cases to trial, file motions, or set hearings if it's in the best interests of his clients.

In a league of their own- Ryan Becker (5-Star Google Review)

Mr. Titus and his staff are in a league of their own.

Locations We Serve in Wyoming

Gillette
Sundance
Sheridan County
Crook County
Johnson County
Weston County

Speak With a Wyoming Criminal Defense Lawyer

Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. represents people who are facing criminal charges and investigations in Wyoming. He is experienced, aggressive, and devoted to our clients. Steven believes in staying involved, communicating clearly, and putting in the work necessary to protect the people who trust us with their cases.

To find out how we can help, Call Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. at (307) 257-7800 to schedule a free criminal defense consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Defense in Wyoming

When should I contact a criminal lawyer?

You should contact a criminal lawyer as soon as you learn that you are under investigation, have been arrested, or have been charged with a crime. Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. handles both pre-charge investigations and filed criminal cases.

What types of criminal cases does Steven Titus & Associates handle?

The firm handles DUI, domestic violence, drug crimes, sexual assault, strangulation, aggravated assault and battery, juvenile crimes, wildlife cases, protection orders, expungements, and other criminal matters.

Can a criminal lawyer help before charges are filed?

Yes. A lawyer may become involved while law enforcement is still investigating a suspected crime. Early representation can help protect your rights and prepare for charges that may be filed.

What should I do if the police want to question me?

Contacting a criminal defense lawyer before speaking with investigators can help you avoid statements that may later be used against you. Do not answer questions from police officers until your attorney has arrived.

How can a criminal defense lawyer help my case?

A criminal defense lawyer can review the evidence, investigate the allegations, identify weaknesses in the prosecution's case, file appropriate motions, negotiate when beneficial, and prepare to defend you at trial.

What defenses may be available in a criminal case?

Possible defenses depend on the facts and charges. They may include lack of evidence, mistaken identity, self-defense, lack of criminal intent, unreliable witnesses, or violations of your constitutional rights.

Will my criminal case go to trial?

Not every criminal case goes to trial. Some cases are dismissed or resolved through negotiations, while others require a trial. Steven Titus & Associates prepares cases carefully and he is always ready to fight for you in the courtroom when necessary.

Meet Our Criminal Defense Lawyer

Steven Titus

Steven Titus is a criminal defense attorney who represents people who are facing serious legal problems in Wyoming. He founded Steven Titus & Associates, P.C. with a focus on providing aggressive, personal representation to clients when they need help most. works closely with clients so they understand their rights, choices, and next steps. His criminal defense practice includes DUI, drug crimes, violent crimes, sex crimes, theft, juvenile matters, protection orders, and pre-charge investigations.