Categories: Vehicle Accidents
In the state of Colorado, if you do not report an automobile accident and you leave the scene, you could be charged with a crime. A hit and run charge is one that the state takes seriously, and prosecutors will aggressively pursue these charges. Hit and run charges vary in the state depending on the...
Categories: Criminal Defense
Colorado has some of the harshest penalties for repeat offenders. In fact, the state’s habitual traffic offender law comes with harsh penalties, some of which include mandatory prison time. However, being notorious for running stop lights once a week and receiving a ticket does not classify you as a “habitual” offender. Instead, the law requires...
Categories: DUI Defense
You never imagined that a good time with friends would end up with you getting arrested for driving under the influence (DUI). You’re probably worried about what happens next, how severe the consequences might be, and whether there’s any way to fight the charge. If you’re looking up Colorado Revised Statutes 42-4-1301, you’re likely trying...
Categories: DUI Defense
When you commit a DUI in Colorado, it is important to note that, regardless if found guilty in criminal court, you could lose your driver’s license. The amount of time you lose your license for will depend on the circumstances of the DUI and whether it was a first offense or subsequent one. Typically, a...
Categories: DUI Defense
💡 Key Takeaways You can check suspension status online via the Colorado DMV: Use your driver’s license number and personal information to view your driving record and license status. Your driving record will list active suspensions or revocations: It shows your current license status along with reasons and reinstatement requirements if applicable. Common causes of...
Categories: DUI Defense
💡 Key Takeaways A DUI can absolutely affect your ability to buy a home: While it may not directly block a mortgage, the financial and legal consequences of a DUI can derail your home-buying plans. Your credit and income can take a hit: DUI-related fines, job loss, or missed payments can lower your credit score...
Categories: Criminal Defense
You’re heading home from a college party with friends when you get pulled over. The officer smells alcohol and asks who has been drinking, even though no one’s visibly intoxicated. Minutes later, you’re handed a citation for underage possession under Colorado Revised Statutes (C.R.S.) 18-13-122, just for admitting you had one beer. It’s more...
Categories: DUI Defense
Believe it or not, some medications can cause a false reading on a Breathalyzer test. Imagine you are driving along and the police pull you over. During the stop, the officer informs you that he believes you are driving under the influence. You know you have not been drinking alcohol, and you submit to field...
Categories: DUI Defense
💡 Key Takeaways Strict zero‑tolerance for underage BAC: Any driver under 21 with a BAC of 0.02% or more faces an offense (Underage Drinking & Driving, UDD) under Colorado law. First offense brings serious penalties: Three‑month license suspension, fines up to ~$150, court‑required education, community service, and alcohol/drug evaluation. Repeat offenses further escalate consequences: Longer...
Categories: Criminal Defense
Key Takeaways Smoking can interfere with breathalyzer results by introducing compounds like acetaldehyde that may trigger false positives. Other factors such as acid reflux, mouth alcohol, certain medications, and low-carb diets can also affect BAC readings. Breathalyzers are not infallible—challenging the results may be possible with the help of an experienced DUI defense attorney. Note:...