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The Consequences of Refusing Breath or Blood Tests in Colorado
Before tackling the consequences of a breath and blood test refusal, one should first know the difference between preliminary (pre-arrest) and evidentiary (post-arrest) breathalyzer test or blood test. The former occurs on the road, while the other one happens at the...
What Is an Interlock Ignition Device?
The penalties following a DUI conviction can include jail time, community service, probation, paying for fines that can go up to a thousand dollars, and the loss of driving privileges. On the bright side, there are many instances when a violator can reinstate their...
The Cost of a DUI in Colorado
Being charged for driving under the influence (DUI) can be costly since the legal process can take 6 to 12 months before getting resolved and now even longer in the era of COVID. The good news is that working with an experienced DUI lawyer can potentially lower the...
Can You Get a DUI on a Bike in Colorado?
The state of Colorado is very stern in implementing DUI laws. Apart from not having a lookback period for prior DUI cases, they also arrest people for driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol while riding a bicycle. So before you ride your bike home after...
Three Reasons to Hire a DUI Defense Lawyer
The laws against drinking and driving in Colorado are very well-established. This means that there are very particular protocols the police must follow in their investigation of a suspected drunk driver. Whether or not you decide to submit to the field sobriety tests,...
What Happens When You Refuse Field Sobriety Tests in Colorado
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you haven’t been subjected to such an inspection, you may wonder whether a refusal of a field sobriety test is possible. You might also be curious if declining could put you in conflict with the law. Before answering those...
How Can a DUI Conviction in Colorado Be Worse for the Military
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]If you are currently serving the military or receiving military benefits, and you were arrested for being a drunk driver in Colorado Springs, it’s important to act as quickly as possible and hire a DUI attorney right away. Failure to...
How Can A DUI Conviction in Colorado Impact Your Life?
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Driving under the influence (DUI) is taken very seriously in Colorado. Even if a driver was charged in another state, that record would be most likely be brought up in court if they have been arrested again for the same offense in...
Got a Second DUI in Colorado? Here’s What’s at Stake
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In Colorado, a second DUI conviction means you are two steps closer to committing a felony. You can still be charged with a felony crime if your first, second, or even third DUI had left someone with serious bodily injury. If the...
Three Qualities to Look for in a DUI Lawyer
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A DUI conviction can alter one’s life. Apart from paying large fines and the possibility of jail time, a person who has been convicted may also struggle to keep or find a job, especially if it requires a drivers’ license. So, when...
A Helpful Guide on How to Choose a DUI Attorney
During this stressful time, you may opt to hire any lawyer that comes to mind or shows up in your search engine results. But if you want to have a better chance at getting your DUI charges dismissed, you should get an attorney that has enough knowledge and experience...
Penalties for First-Time DUI Offenders in Colorado
Driving under the influence or DUI is a grave offense that has life-altering consequences upon conviction. The state of Colorado takes each DUI case seriously, wherein the penalties get tougher with each repeated violation. If you have been arrested for or charged...
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