Eric A. Sunness, Attorney at Law, LLC
Drunk Driving Defense Lawyer
(970) 372-2036
It's one of the biggest misconceptions that people have about drunk driving arrests: "The cops have all the evidence they need, so why should I bother with a lawyer?" Law enforcement officers can make mistakes, however, and a knowledgeable lawyer can find those mistakes.
Even though you face serious consequences after a drunk driving arrest — including driver's license suspension, a fine and/or jail time — you may decide you have no choice but to accept the charges against you. Before you make that decision, contact Fort Collins attorney Eric A. Sunness. ERIC A. SUNNESS, ATTORNEY AT LAW, LLC offers a free initial consultation, student discounts and a reasonable flat fee for drunk driving offenses.
Effective Defense in Court and University Hearings
Mr. Sunness takes the same approach to drunk driving and criminal defense as he does when he represents his other clients. He does not sugarcoat the truth with his clients, and he does not hide the ball from the prosecution. His goals are to set reasonable expectations with his clients and work out a resolution that is acceptable to the client and the prosecution. This approach has won Mr. Sunness the respect of the legal community and of his clients.
In addition to handling first-time driving under the influence /driving while ability impaired (DUI/DWAI) offenses and repeat drinking and driving offenses, he also handles other related cases including boating under the influence, vehicular homicide and DUI manslaughter. Further, he represents clients not only in court but also in student disciplinary hearings and at administrative hearings.
Can I Refuse A Sobriety Test?
Colorado state law gives drivers a choice. If you are pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, you can choose between taking a Breathalyzer test at the scene and being transported to a hospital to have your blood tested. But what if you want to refuse testing altogether?
You cannot refuse testing without risking mandatory — and strict — penalties for refusing. These penalties may be more strict than the penalties for failing a sobriety test. The rationale behind the law is that you effectively consented to testing when you exercised the privilege of driving on Colorado's roads.
Free Initial Consultation
To learn what to do if you get pulled over or to discuss your legal options, call (970) 372-2036 or complete the online intake form. Mr. Sunness' offices are conveniently located in Fort Collins near the Justice Center at the intersection of College Avenue and East Oak Street. Eric also meets clients at the jail when necessary.
Eric A. Sunness, Attorney at Law, LLC
110 East Oak Street, Suite 220
Fort Collins, CO 80524
Toll Free: (888) 830-9445
Phone: (970) 372-2036
Fax: (970) 493-3625
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Eric A. Sunness, Attorney at Law, LLC defends DUI/DWI/DWAI claims for clients in Larimer County and Weld County, including but not limited to the cities of Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Wellington, Laporte, Estes Park, Masonville, Bellvue, Timnath, Greeley, Platteville, Johnstown, Eaton, Milliken, and Ault.
