When a Mistake Becomes a Crime with District Attorney John Walsh

Unthinkable with Kyle Bachus, Episode 16

In this episode of Unthinkable, Kyle Bachus speaks with John Walsh, District Attorney for Colorado’s Second Judicial District, about how prosecutors decide when a mistake becomes a crime.

Tune in to the episode to hear about:

 * John explains why the same tragic outcome can lead to very different criminal charges

 * What happens when someone leaves the scene of a serious crash?

 * Kyle shares how his mother's death illustrates why intent can dramatically change criminal accountability

 * How does Walsh's office decide when a police investigation becomes formal charges?

 * The critical roles victim advocates, preliminary hearings and grand juries play in criminal justice

Learn more about John Walsh:

 * Connect with John on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-walsh-baa5166/ 

 * Visit Denver DA's Office site: https://www.denverda.org/ 

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About Unthinkable:

Unthinkable is a podcast about the aftermath of incidents causing catastrophic injury or death, the experts who are called to serve when these accidents occur, and lessons that we can all learn and implement in our own personal lives. 

Watch or listen to more episodes of Unthinkable:

Kyle’s website: https://www.kylebachus.com

Bachus & Schanker LLC’s website: https://www.coloradolaw.net

Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unthinkable/id1763861595

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iHeart Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-unthinkable-215553985

Connect and learn more from your host, Kyle Bachus: * Connect with Kyle on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kylebachus * Follow Bachus & Schanker LLC on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bachus-&-schanker-llc

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