Facing a DUI charge in Colorado begins with understanding the crucial concept of probable cause. Under Colorado law, law enforcement officers must have probable cause to believe that an individual is driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or both before initiating a traffic stop. This means that officers look for specific indicators such as...
In Colorado, handling traffic cases such as impaired or drunk driving requires direct, actionable guidance—but this is true even when dealing with driver’s license suspensions. You may even wonder how to know if your license is suspended. Knowing your license status and what steps you need to take to reinstate it is crucial to driving...
Many people believe that a DUI charge only applies to driving under the influence. However, Colorado law goes further with the actual physical control (APC) concept. Understanding APC is crucial to navigating DUI cases, as it can mean the difference between a carefree evening and facing criminal charges. In the following sections, we’ll answer the...
Home to countless American landmarks and vacation destinations, Colorado sees millions of visitors each year, in addition to hosting more than 5 million permanent residents. Inevitably, thousands of Coloradans and Colorado tourists receive a DUI conviction at some point or another. After a DUI conviction, many people want to know: Will a DUI fail a...
A commercial driver’s license (CDL) is required to operate a commercial vehicle, making it necessary for certain job positions. A CDL authorizes a driver to operate any: Commercial motor vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds or heavier, Commercial vehicle designed to transport 16 or more passengers, or Vehicle transporting hazardous...
It’s understandable to feel anxious when you see flashing red and blue lights and hear sirens wailing, especially if you’re being pulled over for a suspected DUI in Grand Junction, Colorado. In this situation, you may be unsure if your arrest was lawful and what consequences you could face. However, it’s important to remember that...
Colorado imposes severe penalties for individuals convicted of drunk driving, which results in serious inconveniences. TV police dramas make it seem like a person charged with a crime proceeds to trial within days of their arrest, and the trial ends quickly with a guilty or innocent verdict. In reality, this rarely happens. First of all,...
Colorado imposes severe criminal penalties for drunk driving convictions. Potential penalties include probation, jail time, and monetary fines. Additionally, the Colorado Department of Revenue Hearing’s Section (DMV) can administratively revoke your driver’s license by meeting a much lower burden of proof than the prosecution must meet to convict you of DUI. Since the burden of...
DUI police stops, also known as sobriety checkpoints or roadblocks, are proactive measures law enforcement agencies employ to curb driving under the influence (DUI). During these stops, officers systematically halt vehicles to assess driver sobriety and compliance with traffic laws. The stops aim to identify individuals operating vehicles while impaired by alcohol or drugs and...
If you were pulled over for drunk driving, you are facing some serious consequences. As in any other criminal or traffic offense, you typically have two options: plea bargain or proceed to trial. There are pros and cons to each. If you are charged with a DUI, you face a license suspension, fines, and potential...
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