Allegations of driving under the influence (DUI) offenses in Colorado can result in multiple potential consequences. A judge can send someone to jail, order them to pay major fines and also suspend a defendant's driver's license. Those who have prior infractions or...
Drunk Driving
3 reasons you can fail a Breathalyzer without being drunk
Breathalyzer tests are commonly used by law enforcement to determine whether a person is driving under the influence of alcohol. These tests measure the concentration of alcohol in a person's breath, which is then used to estimate their blood alcohol content (BAC)...
Do the police stalk college bars for drunk drivers?
If you go out with your friends for a few drinks, one of the things you may keep an eye out for is the police. If you see police at a facility regularly, it’s likely that they are there waiting to see if anyone is coming out drunk and heading to their vehicle. While...
3 ways a DUI could affect your entire life
The legal consequences of drunk driving in Colorado are pretty obvious. If convicted, you could lose your driver’s license, pay a fine and be required to go through rehab. In severe circumstances, you can even serve time in jail. However, the consequences of a DUI...
Can you beat a Breathalyzer test with a penny?
There are all kinds of urban legends and rumors out there about how you can “beat” a Breathalyzer test. People have tried everything from using mouthwash (which can actually raise the blood alcohol concentration, or BAC, score you get) to breath mints (which just...
Colorado State Patrol reaches out and asks others to stop drunk driving
When someone drives while impaired, they are putting their life, as well as the lives of others, at risk. Recently, the Colorado State Patrol spoke with the local news and asked that people avoid driving while impaired and take steps to stop others who may try....
Colorado holiday DUI and DWAI crackdowns tend to lead to arrests
Colorado law enforcement is generally vigilant about seeking out and stopping drivers who are under the influence of alcohol or drugs all year. However, there are times when state authorities crack down on drivers who may be committing DUI and DWAI. Holidays –...
Lessening the odds of a DUI conviction
Drunk driving can lead to license suspension, fines, higher insurance costs and even imprisonment. There are several things that you can do to lower the possibility of a DUI conviction in Colorado. But first remember that drunk driving is dangerous and potentially...
How police officers determine marijuana impairment while driving
Marijuana was legalized in Colorado in 2012. Now, it is legal for people to be under the influence of alcohol, marijuana or both. However, performing certain activities while under the influence of drugs or alcohol will remain illegal. If people are found to be under...
How do law enforcement officials identify drunk drivers?
When it comes to suspected drunk drivers in Colorado and throughout the nation, law enforcement officials tend to take a hardline policy. Even though distracted driving is garnering the most attention from lawmakers in many states, drunk driving remains a highly...