While the internet can provide many useful resources for users, there’s also a lot of misinformation. Misinformation online can greatly harm people and lead others to take actions that cause criminal charges. Driving under the influence (DUI) myths are a big issue...
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How fast does your BAC decline?
One issue that sometimes leads to drunk driving arrests is that people simply do not know how long it’s going to take them to get sober. They know that they shouldn’t drive immediately after having a drink. But they wind up not waiting long enough, driving home while...
Why you shouldn’t do these 5 things during a traffic stop
The police have the right to pull over drivers if they are suspicions that the driver is inebriated. If you’re in a traffic stop because the police believe you’re inebriated, there are several things you should avoid doing. Here’s what you should know: 1. Admit to...
What you should know about Colorado’s new DUI law
Anyone convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) can be ordered to have an ignition interlock device (IID) installed in their vehicle. As you probably know, this is a Breathalyzer-type device that requires a person to blow into it to show that they are not under...
Reasons the police may suspect you’re drunk behind the wheel
Drunk driving accidents cause over 200 deaths in Colorado alone each year. For this reason, impaired driving is a top priority for law enforcement. While police officers are tasked with enforcing the law, they must do so within the boundaries of the law themselves....
How does a DUI affect your life in the long run?
If you are pulled over by the police and charged with DUI (driving under the influence), you may be scared about what will happen. The fact is DUI laws in Colorado are serious and impose severe penalties on those who are convicted. While this is true, there are...
2 things to do if pulled over on DUI suspicion in Colorado
Let’s make this clear: Driving while under influence is a bad idea. Do not do it. It is illegal, it endangers your life, and most importantly, it endangers the lives of other road users. Drink responsibly, but if you cannot, be an adult and get a cab or call a...
What happens during a field sobriety test in Colorado?
When a police officer thinks you had too much to drink before getting behind the wheel, they will ask you to exit your vehicle during a traffic stop. Then, they will have you perform a series of tasks to evaluate your performance. These field sobriety tests are often...
Can you get drunk faster in hot weather?
It’s hot outside -- really hot. Colorado has already had more than one major heatwave this summer, and it isn’t even August. This could be a problem if you’re outside having drinks and don’t realize that you can actually get a lot drunker much faster, when it’s hot....
What to say when an officer asks, “Have you been drinking?”
You’re heading home from work after a brief pit stop at your favorite bar with a couple of work friends -- and you get pulled over. You’ve had a beer or two over a couple of hours, but you know that you’re definitely not intoxicated. So, how do you handle the...