You are probably anxious and upset if you just got arrested for a DUI in Colorado. That’s perfectly natural, especially if you’ve never been charged with a crime before. At this point, you are probably more concerned about the prospect of going to jail. However, as you learn more about your DUI charges, you may...
Note: This article has been refreshed and revised as of February 28, 2024, to ensure the information remains current and accurate. If you have an open container violation, it may seem minor, but you should take it seriously. You never get a second chance to keep your criminal or your driving history clean. An adverse...
*This article was updated in August 2021.* A DUI conviction is serious. While you have the immediate consequences of dealing with (e.g., jail time, fines, and losing your driver’s license), you also have the long-term effect of a DUI conviction being on your criminal record. A criminal record, including infractions like DUIs, shows up on...
A DUI is a serious charge in Colorado, especially if the offender has prior offenses. Once Colorado charges you with DUI, five possibilities will present themselves: A guilty plea; A conviction; A compromise (such as a plea bargain); An acquittal; or A dismissal. A dismissal is the most desirable outcome because it means that the...
A charge of DUI with a minor passenger is no laughing matter. Our state considers DUI with a minor passenger in the car to be a form of child abuse—and such a charge can greatly complicate your legal problems following a DUI. When navigating such serious criminal charges, you should never go it alone. When...
When you’re trying to gain custody, or if you’re trying to renegotiate a custody arrangement, you want to be on your best behavior. Anything that makes you appear to be an unfit parent could be used against you in court. Remember, it’s the judge’s duty to work for the best interests of the child. So...
Note: This article has been refreshed and revised as of February 28, 2024, to ensure the information remains current and accurate. Navigating DUI charges on bicycles or e-scooters in Colorado? Mark S. Rubinstein, P.C. offers expert legal guidance for these complex scenarios, ensuring your rights are protected. Key Takeaways Applicability of DUI Laws: Colorado’s DUI...
Note: This article has been refreshed and revised as of February 28, 2024, to ensure the information remains current and accurate. If the police arrest you for DUI and you have a gun on you or in the car, you could be in serious trouble. The State of Colorado outlaws carrying a firearm while intoxicated....
While there has been a wave of states decriminalizing and legalizing marijuana over the past few decades, drivers can still get into trouble when driving under its influence. Indeed, state laws are not always clear about when someone can drive after smoking marijuana. Colorado was one of the first states to legalize the recreational use...
Seeking Advice from an Aggressive Colorado DUI Defense Lawyer Can Help Ease a Stressful Situation DUI laws run counter to many other criminal statutes. In Colorado, you can have a drink and drive legally. But you run the risk of committing a crime if you drive under the influence or drive with a blood alcohol...