Categories: DUI Defense
You got pulled over. Maybe you blew just over the limit or said the wrong thing, and now you’re holding a summons and trying to figure out what comes next, financially and otherwise. The number in your head right now is probably just the fine. The actual number is much larger, and it keeps growing...
Categories: Criminal Defense
You were in an accident, or maybe you got pulled over, and now you are staring at a citation that says “careless driving.” You are probably wondering whether this is just a traffic ticket you pay and move on from, or something that could follow you in ways you did not expect. The answer depends...
Categories: Criminal Defense
You got served, or maybe you got the call, and now you are sitting with a document that feels like it rewrote your entire life in a single page. You might not even be sure what kind of order it is or what it prohibits you from doing. That uncertainty sits on top of everything...
Categories: Criminal Defense
Watching red and blue lights flash in your rearview mirror can trigger an immediate sense of panic. You might be heading home from dinner, only to realize that a single misunderstanding with an officer could suddenly threaten your career, license, and reputation. The fear of jail is isolating, and you likely worry the legal system...
Categories: Criminal Defense
Note: This article has been refreshed and revised as of February 28, 2024, to ensure the information remains current and accurate. In Colorado, trespass is a serious offense that can result in both civil and criminal liability. Trespass is the unauthorized entry onto another person’s property. It can take many forms, including physical intrusion onto...
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 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: 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...