Category Archives: General
Do DUI Charges Transfer Between States?
Being charged with a DUI is a stressful, frightening experience. It can be even more so if the DUI charge occurred outside of your home state. If this is your case, you might be wondering how the DUI laws will work in your case and what your next steps should be. At my firm,… Read More »
Can a DUI Test Result in a False Positive?
If you have been pulled over for drunk driving, you already know how serious the DUI charges can be. But imagine being charged with a DUI when you have not had a single drink. Unfortunately, this happens more often than you would think due to a false positive on a DUI test. A false… Read More »
Filing for Limited Driving Privileges
For most of us, having a license and being able to drive is an essential component to our everyday lives. But what happens when you have a suspended license? This happens more often than you might think. For example, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation, of the over 26,000 DUI cases filed in… Read More »
Factors That Can Affect Your Blood Alcohol Content (BAC)
Blood alcohol content (BAC) is a measured standard used to determine whether someone is able to safely operate a vehicle, bicycle, or other mode of transportation on Colorado’s roadways. Law enforcement agencies in the state make hundreds of arrests every year based on BAC. The 2022 Summer Blitz enforcement event saw a total of…
Facing DUI charges is never an easy situation. The potential legal consequences stemming from DUI charges can have a severe impact on a person’s life. From fines to potential prison time, facing DUI is not a do-it-yourself proposition. That is why getting the best possible legal support is crucial. At the Watkins Law Firm… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About DUIs
What You Need to Know About Transporting an Open Container of Alcohol
Driving down the road, you may notice someone in another vehicle, whether driver or passenger, pick up what looks like a liquor bottle or beer can. Possessing, let alone consuming, an open container of an alcoholic beverage while in a motor vehicle is illegal in Colorado. If you’re the driver of a vehicle with… Read More »
Can I Be Arrested for Drugs That Aren’t Mine in Colorado?
Facing drug charges can be confusing and stressful, especially if the drugs were not yours to begin with. Your reputation and future are on the line — all for something that you may have had no control over. Laws prohibiting drug use are there to keep people safe, but that doesn’t mean you should… Read More »
Best Defenses Against Drug Crimes in Colorado
Colorado prosecutors take drug crimes very seriously. Even if you have been charged with aminor offense, it can lead to jail time, hefty fines, and a criminal record that will follow you for the rest of your life. If you’ve been convicted for a drug crime, don’t lose hope. Teaming up with acapable Colorado… Read More »
Are There Alternatives to Going to Jail?
Navigating the criminal justice system can be confusing and frustrating. The thought of spending time in jail may be overwhelming. It’s important to know that you might not have to spend time in jail after a conviction. There are other options for those who are eligible. Don’t resign yourself to spending time behind bars… Read More »
Why It’s Worth It to Fight a Traffic Violation
Most drivers get a ticket for a traffic violation at some time during their driving years. Exceeding the speed limit, trying to get through the intersection as the light turns red, and rolling at stop signs are common. Because they are, you may think you should pay the fine and forget about it. If… Read More »
