Practice areas: Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, DUI-DWI; view more
Licensed in Colorado since: 2024
Education: University of Colorado Law School
Languages spoken: English, Spanish
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Angela Campbell Law Group
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Managing a caseload of adult and juvenile felony and misdemeanor cases, Carter Hilty serves clients across Colorado. Working from his office at Angela Campbell Law Group in Denver, Colorado, he counsels clients in matters ranging from municipal to district court matters, including traffic offenses, drug charges, assaults, thefts, domestic violence, DUIs and other serious felonies. Furthermore, he assists clients in protection order cases and works on teams pursuing relief for clients in matters of civil rights.
Upon graduating from Metropolitan State University of Denver with a bachelor’s degree in English, Mr. Hilty went on to pursue his legal education at the University of Colorado Law School. While at law school, he joined the Alternate Defense Counsel of the Office Of The Colorado State Public Defender, where he continued to serve as a contractor after completion of his first year. He received his Juris Doctor in 2024 and in the same year was admitted to practice law in Colorado.
During his tenure at the Alternate Defense Counsel alongside Angela Campbell, Mr. Hilty dedicated himself to protecting criminal defendants' rights. Since joining the firm post-graduation, he has managed cases across all stages, including prefiling matters, jury trials, direct appeals, post-conviction relief and Colorado Supreme Court certiorari petitions. His notable achievements include adult jury and juvenile bench acquittals, record sealings, juvenile expungements, protection order dismissals and successful express consent hearings to preserve client driving privileges.
Driven by a deep passion for advocacy, Mr. Hilty guides clients through every phase of the legal process. He places client respect and justice at the forefront of his practice, ensuring individuals feel supported, heard and protected at every step. By prioritizing open communication and relentless representation, he secures their rights while navigating complex court proceedings, transforming daunting legal challenges into clear, manageable paths toward fair outcomes and preserved dignity.
Practice areas
Criminal Defense, Civil Rights, Criminal Defense: DUI/DWIFocus areas
Assault & Battery, Criminal Domestic Violence, DUI/DWI, Drug & Alcohol Violations, Felony, Juvenile Delinquency, Misdemeanor, Theft, Traffic Violations
- 80% Criminal Defense
- 10% Civil Rights
- 10% Criminal Defense: DUI/DWI
First Admitted: 2024, Colorado
Professional Webpage: https://www.aclg.us/carter-hilty
Bar / Professional Activity
- Colorado Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel, Contractor
- Colorado Criminal Defense Bar
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- Not-guilty verdicts in juvenile bench trials.
- Not-guilty verdicts in adult jury trials.
- Successful motions to dismiss protection orders.
- Successful express consent hearings to preserve clients’ driving privileges.
- Successful juvenile record expungements.
- Successful criminal record sealings.
Representative Clients
- Adult defendants facing felony and misdemeanor charges.
- Juvenile defendants
- Clients facing traffic offenses, drug charges, assaults, theft, domestic violence, DUI, and other serious felony charges.
- Clients involved in protection order proceedings.
- Clients seeking postconviction relief or appellate review.
- Clients pursuing civil rights relief.
Educational Background
- J.D., University of Colorado School of Law, Boulder, Colorado, May 2024
- B.A. in English, Metropolitan State University of Denver, December 2020
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- Presented CLE with the Colorado Criminal Defense Bar on the requirements and procedures for Special Needs Parole.
Other Outstanding Achievements
- Managed criminal cases at every stage of proceedings, including pre-filing matters, jury trials, direct appeals, postconviction relief proceedings, and petitions for certiorari to the Colorado Supreme Court.
- Drafted and filed petitions for postconviction relief in district courts.
- Drafted and filed petitions for relief with the Colorado Supreme Court.
- Drafted and filed appellate briefs with the Colorado Court of Appeals.
These comments were made by fellow attorneys during the annual nomination process.
“Carter is a fierce advocate who has had unimaginable success for clients on restitution matters, DUI charges, and traffic offenses.”
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2027