Like most states, Colorado takes DUI cases very seriously. This makes sense, as all of us benefit when our roads are safe from drunk drivers. However, the methods that law enforcement uses to ensure that our roads are safe sometimes curtail our individual best interests. In other words, in the pursuit of drunk drivers, police...
Nobody leaves their house, gets in their car, and thinks, “Boy, I sure do hope I get a DUI today.” Just the letters DUI can result in some level of apprehension in many people. The cause of that is the likelihood that many people have driven while drunk or almost drunk at some point in...
Note: This article has been refreshed and revised as of February 28, 2024, to ensure the information remains current and accurate. You might be surprised where you can and cannot be charged with a DUI – and yes, you can be arrested for a DUI even if you are outside of the vehicle. An officer...
Even if you have been arrested for a DUI and you were over the limit, that doesn’t mean your case is over. You still have a chance to reduce your charges or even have the charges dismissed. Law enforcement makes mistakes, and when they do on a DUI case, it can help you get a...
Yes, the state of Colorado requires that law enforcement announces any DUI checkpoint location. DUI checkpoints are legal in the state, and it is critical that you know your rights in case you find yourself stopped at a checkpoint in the future. Just because a DUI checkpoint is legal does not mean that they are...
*This article has been updated in August 2021.* You can sometimes rent a car with a DUI, but approval depends on the rental company’s policy. Many companies require a waiting period of up to 48 months after a DUI conviction. Some companies also review the severity of the DUI and any additional violations before allowing...
Any type of DUI, whether it is under the influence of alcohol, prescription medications, or illegal substances, are criminal acts. Even as a first-time offender, you are facing a criminal charge – and a serious one at that. Therefore, it is critical that you hire an attorney if you have been arrested for a DUI....
DUIs, even if it is your first offense, are very serious. You will have to appear in court, whether to take a plea bargain or fight for your innocence. Even though you may face a misdemeanor, it is crucial to understand what happens in court and how the outcome might affect the rest of your...
More states have legalized marijuana, but taking it from one state where it is legal to a state where it is not could result in criminal charges. In some cases, it is legal to take marijuana and associated products across state lines, but you should be cautious before doing so. Realize that, when you are...
Unfortunately, officers can stop you on the street and detain you if they have probable cause. This includes frisking you to see if you are armed or in possession of an illegal substance. While it is true, you might get stopped randomly by officers and frisked while out on a walk, law enforcement cannot pick...