I'm a former prosecutor, and I defend gaming-related charges throughout Gilpin County, including for the many Rollinsville and Nederland-area residents who work in the casinos.
Gaming Crimes in Gilpin County's Casino District
Every casino in Gilpin County operates under Colorado's Limited Gaming Act, which creates criminal offenses specific to gaming. These cases are investigated by casino security, local police, and the Colorado Division of Gaming, and they're prosecuted by the First Judicial District Attorney at the Gilpin Combined Court.
How the Colorado Division of Gaming Builds a Case
The Division of Gaming regulates casinos and licenses their employees. Its investigators review surveillance footage, transaction records, and player histories, then refer cases for prosecution. Because their cases are document-heavy, I go through those records line by line, looking for gaps, assumptions, and missing context.
Common Gaming-Related Charges I Defend
- Cheating, past-posting, and game manipulation
- Use of prohibited devices
- Theft of chips, credits, or cash-out tickets
- Underage gaming and false identification
- Trespass after exclusion from a casino
- Employee theft, collusion, and embezzlement
For Rollinsville and Nederland-Area Casino Workers
Many people who live in Rollinsville and the Nederland area commute down Highway 119 to work in Black Hawk and Central City. For a casino employee, a criminal accusation threatens not only freedom but the gaming license their job depends on. I defend these cases with an eye toward protecting both, and I resolve them in ways that limit the impact on licensing whenever possible.
Gilpin County Casino & Gaming Offenses: Common Questions
Which agency investigates gaming crimes in Gilpin County?
Usually a combination of casino security, the Colorado Division of Gaming, and the local police department in Black Hawk or Central City.
Is trespassing at a casino really a crime?
Yes. If a casino has excluded you and you return, you can be charged with trespass, even if you didn't gamble.
Can a gaming charge affect my casino job?
It can. Casino employees hold gaming licenses, and criminal cases can trigger licensing reviews. The outcome of your case can make a major difference.