Colorado residents generally understand the fact that they have rights when they are arrested and charged with a criminal offense like drunk driving. However, people can be less clear about what these rights are and when they are actually in effect, which can make it...
Year: 2015
Underage DUI: what Colorado parents should keep in mind
Too many parents in Colorado have gotten the call that they dread: their child has been arrested for breaking the law. In these situations, parents can go through a whirlwind of emotions right away. They can experience feelings of fear, anger, anxiety, confusion and...
What you don’t know about breath tests could hurt your case
When you are pulled over by police who may suspect you of driving drunk, there are many things you do not know at that moment in time that an officer does know. From the moment you see lights flashing in your rear view mirror, you can be at a disadvantage. For...
Will I have to get an ignition interlock device in my car?
Driving under the influence of alcohol is something that every driver in Colorado knows is against the law and can be very dangerous. Because of this, people who do drive drunk can be arrested and face some serious penalties if convicted, especially in this...
The importance of avoiding DUI charges and license suspension
Late last year, NPR ran a story about the overwhelming challenges some people face when it comes to violations like drunk driving. That story, which can be read in full here, focused on how these challenges disproportionately affect poorer families and drivers, and...
Police increase DUI enforcement efforts for St. Patrick’s Day
If you were out celebrating St. Patrick's Day last weekend or plan to this week, you could find yourself in some serious trouble if you decide or decided to get behind the wheel. This is because Colorado police resources have been increased in conjunction with the...
You don’t have to deal with DUI charges alone
People who are facing criminal charges stemming from drunk driving can be extremely frightened and often have more questions than answers. Many people wonder if they'll have to go to jail or pay huge fines, and they often worry about what a conviction will mean for...
What factors can affect a blood alcohol test result?
Drivers who are suspected of drunk driving will typically be asked or required to undergo testing to measure how much alcohol is in a person's body. If a driver has a blood alcohol concentration over 0.08 percent, he or she is considered legally intoxicated.Many...
What to know about refusing sobriety tests in Colorado
Being pulled over by a Colorado police officer can be a terrifying experience if you have had anything alcoholic to drink. Even if you don't think you are legally intoxicated, it is still possible that you could be over the legal limit of 0.08 percent without...
What are the penalties for underage DUI in Colorado?
Kids make mistakes. As much as many parents would like to ignore or deny this fact, it is true. As teens, people may be more likely to succumb to peer pressure and engage in reckless behaviors, which is why many young people experiment with drinking alcohol before the...