You’ve likely heard of a statute of limitations on crimes such as murder or theft, but what about a crime like driving under the influence? Is there a statute of limitations for a DUI in Colorado? The answer, which may surprise you, is yes. But there are factors that influence the length of that statute…
Colorado’s impaired driving laws focus on reducing the number of impaired drivers in order to limit risk to Coloradans. The statutes that govern DUIs and DWAIs cover the penalties that you will likely face if convicted of an impaired driving offense. However, certain aspects of the law offer some leeway into getting your driving privileges…
Being charged with a DUI can mean both criminal and administrative penalties being held against you and your driving record. As a result, you may incur license suspensions, increases in your insurance rates, and misdemeanors and felonies added to your record. However, in this blog, we will introduce the concept of a “wet reckless”, which…
In most states, being charged with driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense – and Colorado is no different. There have been changes to the DUI laws in the state over the years, but the outcome remains as harsh as ever if you are found guilty. It is completely understandable why. According to…
The holidays are a special time of the year, but they’re also a time where law enforcement tends to crack down on crimes such as drinking and driving. This year, holiday enforcement of DUI laws was upped to help curb those drinking and driving while impaired. The Colorado Department of Transportation teamed up with the…
Driving under the influence is a crime in Colorado, but not all people charged with DUI will face the same penalties. Aggravating factors will influence the charge you receive and your sentence (if convicted.) The best way to defend against these charges is to understand what they are. If you have been arrested for DUI…
Drunk or drugged driving in Colorado is a serious offense, but it’s not always as black and white as people assume. Depending on the circumstances, driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI) or can be charged – and each has different penalties as well as defenses. Here’s what you need to…
