The Colorado State Patrol set up its first DUI checkpoint on January 1, 1985. Since then, the CSP has continued to use DUI checkpoints in Denver, Colorado, and other parts of the state. Despite this, not everyone knows what to do at DUI checkpoints. In fact, many people do not…
According to the Colorado Department of Transportation, about one-third of all the traffic deaths that occur in the Centennial State each year involve impaired drivers. In an attempt to curb this alarming trend, the state has put strict penalties in place for those found guilty in Colorado DUI cases. Colorado…
Facing a DUI charge in Denver is always stressful. Whether or not you’ve been charged before, violating Colorado drunk driving laws can have hefty legal, criminal, practical, financial, and emotional consequences. If this is your first DUI (driving under the influence) or DWAI (driving while ability impaired) charge,…
Going to court for a Denver DUI is stressful. Thankfully, you can take steps to prepare yourself for a court appearance and minimize the impact a DUI arrest has on your life. The first thing you should do when learning of your charge is contact a DUI defense…
There have been a slew of stories in the news recently about horrific crashes that involve people who were driving under the influence. It’s important to understand how they’re both similar to and different from most other DUI cases. > In Newport, Michigan, a woman who is accused…
As the ski season winds down in Colorado, the season of outdoor concerts, parties, sporting events, and festivals will now be starting up. This is a favorite time of year to enjoy time with friends, often while enjoying some beer, wine, cocktails, or marijuana as well. With this…
If you’ve been charged with a DUI, you probably have a lot of thoughts swirling through your mind. While it may not be your number one concern at the moment, you’re likely wondering: What is the overall cost of a DUI in Denver? Your total costs may include…
If you recently were arrested for a DUI in the greater Denver area, you need an attorney who understands your individual situation, including the details of the incident as well as your medical history. You also want a DUI attorney who is going to “leave no stone unturned”…
Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can have serious consequences. Often, police and law enforcement officers in Colorado will use sobriety tests as evidence that someone was driving under the influence. However, they are not foolproof. Many question the reliability of these tests. An experienced lawyer…