When a Colorado law enforcement officer pulls over a motorist and then suspects the driver is impaired their job is to gather enough evidence to make an arrest. One of their tactics in building their case is to ask the driver to perform field sobriety tests; also...
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Challenging field sobriety tests in Colorado
Field sobriety tests are observational tools used by law enforcement officers in Colorado to assess whether a driver is operating their vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs. As much as they can lead to arrests, these tests can be inaccurate and...
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs
Driving Under the Influence of Drugs (DUID) is a major road safety issue in Colorado and around the country. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration has reported that about 10 million Americans drive while under the influence of illegal drugs...
Common defenses to DUI charges in Colorado
If you have been charged with DUI, it is important to know the defenses that may be available to you. There are many factors that can contribute to a successful criminal defense and each case is unique. Some of the most common defenses include the following: Lack of...
Navigating Colorado’s DUI laws for prescription drugs medication
In Colorado, the police can arrest a person for DUI not only for alcohol and marijuana, but also for medically prescribed and recommended drugs like marijuana, Adderall, Zoloft, etc. It is not a defense to tell the judge that you were taking the drugs as prescribed....
How to challenge breath test results in Colorado
The consequences of a DUI conviction can be severe, including jail time, loss of driving privileges and expensive fines. That's why you should always consider challenging the results of any breath tests that were conducted if you find yourself facing a DUI charge. The...
How a DUI can affect your career
Some of the most immediate punishments for driving under the influence in Colorado include the automatic suspension of your driver's license, a fine, and jail time. But as you start to rebuild your life post-DUI, you may realize that one of the most significant...
