Category Archives: DUID Charges
How Colorado Police Use Blood Tests in DUI and DUID Cases
Blood tests are often a key part of evidence in Boulder DUI or drugged-driving cases. Police usually ask for a blood test if they think marijuana, prescription drugs, illegal drugs, or a mix of drugs and alcohol may have caused a driver’s impairment. Unlike breath tests, blood tests can show both alcohol and specific… Read More »
Can A Colorado DUID Case Be Based Only On Officer Observations?
A Colorado DUID case can sometimes begin with nothing more than an officer’s observations. The officer may claim that your driving, speech, eyes, balance, attitude, movements, or performance on roadside tests showed signs of drug impairment. That does not mean the case is automatically strong. Drug-related DUI cases are often more complicated than alcohol… Read More »
What Happens If Police Think You Are High During A Boulder Traffic Stop?
A Boulder traffic stop can become much more serious if the officer believes you are high. What starts as a lane violation, speeding stop, equipment issue, or minor driving mistake can quickly turn into a Colorado DUID investigation. The officer may begin asking about marijuana, prescription medication, edibles, dispensary purchases, or whether there are… Read More »
Can You Be Charged With DUID In Colorado Without A Failed Breath Test?
Yes, you can be charged with DUID in Colorado even if you did not fail a breath test. That surprises many drivers because most people associate DUI cases with alcohol and breath testing. A breath test usually measures alcohol, not marijuana, prescription medication, illegal drugs, or other controlled substances. If an officer believes you… Read More »
What Should I Do If I Am Charged With Both DUID And Drug Possession?
Facing both DUID and drug possession charges in Colorado can feel overwhelming, as it often means dealing with two separate cases at once. One charge is about whether drugs affected your ability to drive, while the other is about whether you knowingly had a controlled substance. These charges usually start with the same traffic… Read More »
Why You Should Not Explain Your Marijuana Or Medication Use During A Boulder Traffic Stop
A traffic stop in Boulder can very rapidly develop into a DUID investigation if the officer detects the smell of marijuana, sees bottles of medication, notices the driver has red eyes, listens to slow speech, or thinks that the driver appears to be impaired. Since many drivers believe that being honest will help, they… Read More »
Can You Be Charged With DUI In Colorado For Driving After Taking Anxiety Medication?
In Colorado, you can be charged with DUI after taking anxiety medication, even if it was prescribed to you. Many people are surprised by this, since they often think DUI only involves alcohol or illegal drugs. However, Colorado law covers more situations. If police think a medication affected your judgment, coordination, reaction time, concentration,… Read More »
Marijuana DUID Charges In Boulder: What Drivers Need To Know
While adults in Colorado can legally use marijuana, driving after using it can still result in criminal charges. Many people are surprised to find that buying marijuana legally, having a medical card, or waiting several hours before driving does not always prevent an arrest. A marijuana DUID charge can impact your license, job, criminal… Read More »
Can Prescription Drugs Lead To A DUID Charge In Colorado?
Yes, you can be charged with DUID in Boulder for driving under the influence of prescription drugs. Many people are surprised by this, especially if they took their medication as prescribed and never meant to break the law. In Colorado, impaired driving charges are not limited to alcohol, marijuana, or illegal drugs. If police… Read More »
Can A DUID Charge Based On Prescription Medication Affect Your Career?
A DUID charge based on prescription medication can seriously affect your career, even if your medication was legally prescribed. Many people are surprised to find out that Colorado law does not require illegal drug use for a drugged driving charge. Police can accuse a driver of DUI or DWAI if they believe a prescription… Read More »
