Categories: Vehicle Accidents
Key Takeaways Secure Legal Representation Immediately It’s important to seek a skilled criminal defense attorney as soon as you’re accused. An experienced defense attorney can help safeguard your rights, explain the charges, and build a strong defense strategy. Refrain from Speaking with Law Enforcement Without Your Attorney Present Anything you say to police or prosecutors...
Categories: DUI Defense
Key Takeaways DUIs can suspend or revoke your CDL: A first DUI can lead to a 1–3 year suspension. A second offense may result in permanent revocation. You may be able to reinstate your CDL: Reinstatement typically requires fulfilling court requirements, paying fees, and applying through the DMV. Legal help can make a difference: A...
Categories: DUI Defense
Key Takeaways How long after drinking can I drive? A rough rule of thumb is to wait at least one hour for each standard drink. But this varies from person to person—your BAC may still be over the legal limit even after waiting. When unsure, choose a safe ride home. Factors affecting individual intoxication levels:...
Categories: DUI Defense
Imagine this: You’re driving home in Colorado after a night out. Suddenly, flashing lights appear behind you, and an officer pulls you over for a suspected DUI. At that moment, they ask you to take a breathalyzer test. You may wonder what rights you have and what happens if you refuse the test. You may...
Categories: DUI Defense
You’re driving home under a star-strewn Colorado sky after a night on the town. Suddenly, a police car flashes its lights in your rearview mirror, and moments later, you’re facing a DUI arrest. The sobering reality of Colorado DUI laws hits hard—Colorado designed these regulations to protect lives, but they can catch you off guard...
Categories: DUI Defense
The golden sun reflects off rippling water as laughter echoes from a nearby deck. The cool drink in your hand is the perfect accompaniment to a serene boating excursion. But before you take your first sip, you wonder, Can you drink and drive a boat? The answer may surprise you. Operating a boat while under...
Categories: DUI Defense
Were you caught driving with a suspended license in Colorado and worried about the consequences? While driving with a suspended license is not the crime of the century, it can have negative ramifications and unsavory implications on your life. I put together this short blog to provide an overview of worried individuals about driving while...
Categories: DUI Defense
A misdemeanor DUI conviction in Colorado can raise several questions about how it may influence your current or future employment opportunities. Whether you’re applying for a new job or trying to maintain your current position, it’s natural to wonder, Can you get a job with a DUI misdemeanor? How do potential employers view such a...
Categories: DUI Defense
Imagine you’re driving home after spending the evening with friends. You haven’t had a drink, but you did take a few hits of marijuana earlier in the night. You feel fine, alert, and focused. So it’s a shock when you see the flashing blue lights in your rearview mirror. Suddenly, you’re facing a roadside sobriety...
Categories: DUI Defense
Voluntary intoxication, often associated with social settings and personal choices, carries significant legal implications, especially in criminal cases. If you’re dealing with criminal charges in Colorado, you may be struggling with the concept of intoxication and how it might apply to your case. It’s a complex legal issue fraught with misconceptions. Voluntary intoxication occurs when...