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....
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...
When you go out to a restaurant, bar or anywhere you’ll be drinking, you’re conscientious about always taking an Uber or Lyft rather than your own car. But what about the next morning when you go to work or drive the kids to school? You’ve sobered up by then. You may...
Residents of and visitors to Colorado have a lot of freedom for when they want to relax in the evening after work. You have the right to pour yourself a cold beer or to light up a joint and smoke a little cannabis. Some people enjoy both, which is not a concern in...
Many people live with a tendency to drink more than they should without ever being confronted with it as a problem. Alcohol should always be used in moderation, and it should never be a way to deal with negative emotions, whether that's stress, shame or depression....
The majority of DUI cases revolve around breathalyzer results. The breathalyzer is how the police determine your blood alcohol concentration in many instances. However, just like any machine, a breathalyzer can produce faulty readings. In addition to potential...
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 –...
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...
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...
When a Colorado resident sees blue and red flashing lights in their rearview mirror while driving, it can elicit a number of responses. Sober drivers may walk away from the exchange with a police officer’s business card in his or her pocket, but a driver who is under...
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