Category Archives: General
Shoplifting Charges in Colorado
According to the Colorado Bureau of Investigation, theft in Colorado rose 86 percent between 2019 and 2021. Property crime, auto theft, and organized retail crime saw the biggest upswings. If you find yourself being accused or being charged with shoplifting—whether you actually intended to carry out the crime—you’re going to need the representation of… Read More »
DUI Diversion Programs: Do You Qualify?
Colorado law takes driving under the influence (DUI) offenses seriously and imposes stringent penalties for people convicted of DUIs. Some of the penalties for DUI in Colorado include hefty fines, possible license revocation, jail time, and others. However, the law also recognizes that people sometimes make mistakes, which is why Colorado allows first-time offenders… Read More »
Why Did I Fail the Breathalyzer, If I Wasn’t Drinking?
You’re driving down the road when a police officer pulls you over. You haven’t been drinking and didn’t violate any traffic laws, so you have nothing to be worried about. But what happens if you somehow fail the breathalyzer test, even if you weren’t drinking? It can happen, and there are several possible reasons… Read More »
Can I Get a DUID for Taking My Prescription Drugs?
When most people think about getting charged with driving under the influence of drugs (DUID), they think about cocaine, methamphetamine, and other illegal drugs. They may think about marijuana, even though it is legal in Colorado for recreational use under some circumstances. What they may not think about are medications prescribed by their doctor… Read More »
Marijuana and Driving
Colorado holds the distinction of being the first state, along with Oregon, to legalize recreational marijuana usage. It’s been almost ten years now, taking place back in 2012. Though usage and possession of marijuana are legal for those 21 and older, there are restrictions on where it can be consumed and how it can… Read More »
Your Rights and Responsibilities With DUI Tests
In Colorado, a law enforcement officer may pull you over on suspicion of impaired driving and request a field sobriety test or blood alcohol test. However, many drivers are unaware of their rights and responsibilities regarding DUI tests when stopped by a police officer. An experienced Colorado DUI defense attorney can educate you about… Read More »
Yes, It’s Worth It to Fight a DUI
In a report released in November 2020, the Colorado Division of Justice assessed the 2018 driving under the influence (DUI) statistics from 2018. More than 26,000 DUI cases were filed that year with an 88% conviction rate. That means more than 3,000 cases resulted in no DUI conviction. In others, charges and penalties were… Read More »
Dispelling Common DUI Myths
According to statistics from the Colorado Department of Transportation, state patrol cited 4,805 drivers for DUIs in 2020. Colorado law prohibits a person from driving a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. With lots of misinformation, false assumptions, and myths surrounding Colorado DUI cases, getting proper guidance and experienced representation… Read More »
This Is My First DUI. What Should I Expect?
Law enforcement agencies in Colorado consider driving a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance as a very serious offense. A defendant convicted of drunk driving could be facing devastating consequences, including lengthy jail time, massive fines, license suspension or revocation, and other administrative penalties. However, the severity and seriousness… Read More »
Will I Lose My License After Being Charged With a DUI?
When it comes to alcohol-related fatal car accidents, Boulder County ranks 13 out of 15 counties in Colorado, with a rate of 1.24 fatalities per 100,000 residents. Compare that to La Plata County, with its 30.28-per-100,000 fatality rate. These grim statistics reflect the prevalence of drivers on the state’s highways and byways who are… Read More »
