Kevin Churchill has over 20 years of experience handling DUI cases in Broomfield and neighboring areas in Colorado. He is strongly committed to representing people accused of driving under the influence and protecting them from unwarranted legal consequences and convictions. He will examine all of the evidence to determine if there are issues with the case against you that could lead to dismissal of the charges. If there is not cause for dismissal, he will work to get you the best possible outcome in your case, such as a better plea deal. Drunk driving convictions can have significant negative effects on your life, even beyond the criminal penalties that result. You could lose your job, your reputation could be negatively affected, you could lose your driving privileges, and it could also have significant financial consequences. People accused of DUI, DWAI, and DUID in the Broomfield are typical people who need to drive in order to do their job or support their families.
Kevin Churchill has handled thousands of DUI, DWAI, and DUID cases in Colorado since 1999. His experience with so many cases in this area of law makes him well-equipped to critically evaluate the case against you, to help get you the best possible outcome. Mr. Churchill has handled countless cases before Hon. Judge Amanda DeWick, and has worked with, and against, the Broomfield County District Attorney’s Office extensively.
DUI laws in Colorado are rated as the 11th strictest in the country in terms of penalties for those convicted. There are mandatory minimum jail sentences for DUI convictions and automatic revocation of your driver’s license. The loss of a driver’s license is a significant inconvenience, as it makes simple everyday activities like getting groceries and taking kids to school very complicated. If you are charged with drunk driving in Broomfield, it is therefore critical that you hire an experienced attorney who specializes in handling DUI cases.
It is important that you are knowledgeable about the DUI laws in Colorado, to help you to avoid potentially serious consequences. For example, even if your BAC is below 0.08%, you can still be charged with and convicted of driving while ability impaired. There simply needs to be evidence of impairment for you to face criminal charges. Lacking knowledge of the law may also lead you to speak with the police when you are pulled over, and tell them that you have been drinking. If you are asked questions by an officer in a situation like this, it is best to remain silent. Always contact an experienced attorney right away if you face any DUI or DWAI charges in Colorado.
Serving in the Broomfield, CO Area
Although each case is unique, the goal of your attorney is consistent:
We want to help get you the best possible result in your DUI case, minimizing the impact of a DUI arrest on your life – whether that be reduced penalties from a conviction, a reduction in the charges against you, or outright dismissal of your case.
A DUI conviction can result in significant jail sentences and lengthy driver’s license revocations. Even for a first DUI, there is a 9-month driver’s license revocation, and mandatory jail time if blood alcohol content (BAC) is high. Our the first goal is to help you avoid a conviction, but if that’s not possible based on the evidence in the case, we work to avoid harsh penalties from the Broomfield courts and the Colorado DMV.
With thousands of cases under his belt, Mr. Churchill has represented clients facing DUI or DWAI charges in Broomfield and throughout the North Denver Metro area. If you are facing DUI charges, please contact our office right away. You should avoid pleading guilty until an experienced attorney has thoroughly reviewed all aspects of your case. DUI convictions can affect your employment, such that you can lose wages, lose your job completely, and it can make it harder to find a new job. You may also lose your professional license (such as CDL, health care provider, etc.) as a result of a DUI conviction.
One of the most significant results of a DUI conviction is losing your driver’s license. Broomfield and Metro Denver have limited public transportation options, so driving is a necessity for most people. Those who live here know how hard it would be to get to Flatirons to go shopping, pick up the kids at the Paul Derda Rec Center, or get to work at Lumin, Oracle, or anywhere in Metro Denver, without being able to drive yourself there. If you are charged with drunk driving, it is critical that you have an attorney with specialized experience in handling DUI cases. Kevin Churchill has won countless cases at the DMV, preventing people from the harsh consequences of license revocations.
Experience
If you have a DUI case in Broomfield county, you should seek advice from an attorney who specializes in drunk driving cases. DUI cases can have technical evidence, and an attorney with years of experience in this specific area can be invaluable in helping to resolve your case. DUI cases are similar to other criminal cases in areas such as evidentiary, criminal, and constitutional law. However, a good DUI attorney must also understand the science behind blood alcohol tests, and know the technicalities of field sobriety tests and how Broomfield police make DUI arrests.
Penalties
A DUI conviction in Broomfield can have the penalty of jail time and loss of your driver’s license. You will also face fines, and will likely need to complete Level 2 Alcohol classes. Even in cases where there is mandatory jail time, a skilled DUI attorney may be able to help negotiate you serving that time as in- home detention instead of in jail.
Colorado DMV
In Broomfield DUI cases, your license may be revoked when you are charged. You will need to request a DMV hearing right away in order to try to retain your license. If you took a breath test at the police station, you have seven days from the time of arrest to request a hearing. If you had a blood test, you have seven days from the time the blood results come back, which can be weeks or months later. When you submit the form to request your DMV hearing, it is critical that you indicate that you want the arresting officer to be present at the hearing. If the officer does not show up, you automatically win the hearing. Further, your attorney can ask the officer questions at the DMV hearing that may assist in preparing your criminal court case. In cases where a driver refuses to do either a breath or blood test, the DMV will automatically revoke your license for one full year, unless the case is defeated at the DMV.
Broomfield Courts and Police
Through the 1990s, the City of Broomfield was in four different counties: Adams, Jefferson, Boulder, and Weld. Dealing with four different court systems was complicated, so in 2001 it became a single consolidated city- county, and is the smallest county in the state. Together, Broomfield and Adams counties make up the 17th Judicial District in the Colorado Court System. The Broomfield County Court handles DUIs at the Broomfield Combined Courts building on 17 Descombes Drive. Judge Amanda DeWick currently handles every DUI case in Broomfield, in Division 1 of the Broomfield County Court.
Since the city and county are one and the same, the Broomfield Police Department basically also serves as the County Sheriff’s office, and runs the jail on Ridge Parkway in Broomfield. It includes enforcement on the NW Parkway and the (soon-to-be-closed) Broomfield 1stBank Center. See below for address and contact information for Broomfield courts, police, and related services.
DUI Cases in Broomfield
The 17th Judicial district, which includes both Broomfield and Adams counties, has approximately 3,000 DUI and DWAI filings per year. This is the district with the second highest number of DUIs in the state, accounting for approximately 10% of all the DUI cases in Colorado. In Broomfield specifically, about 25% of cases have women defendants, and about 75% of cases have men as the defendants.
Address and Contact Information for Courts and Police in Broomfield
Broomfield Combined Courts
17 DesCombes Dr, Broomfield, CO 80020
303-464-5020
Broomfield Police Department
7 DesCombes Dr., Broomfield, CO 80020
303-438-6400
Broomfield Police Detention (City-County Jail)
11600 Ridge Pkwy, Broomfield, CO 80021
720-887-2000
Broomfield Probation Department
12200 N Pecos St. #200, Westminster, CO 80234
Adult and Juvenile Supervision: 303-451-5555
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If you’re facing a DUI charge in Broomfield, you need a strong and strategic defense. Your future and freedom are on the line, and the consequences of a DUI conviction can be severe. Our Broomfield DUI defense attorneys at Churchill DUI Defense are experienced, skilled, and relentless in protecting your rights. Don’t leave your case to chance – secure the aggressive representation you deserve. Contact us now to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards building a solid defense against your DUI charges. Your situation demands serious action – we’re here to fight for your best possible outcome.
