Drinking and driving is a serious charge that can have an equally serious impact on your life. You may want to talk your way out of the situation if you’re pulled over, but opening your mouth may lead to more trouble. Colorado police arrest almost 60 people every day...
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What the presumption of innocence means for criminal defense
One of the foundational principles of the American justice system is the idea that all of us are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. Many of us have heard expressions of this idea countless times in television, movies and other entertainment...
Understanding DUI and an ignition interlock device in Colorado
When there is a conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol in Colorado, there are a variety of penalties that will be assessed. These can include fines, jail time, losing a driver’s license to a suspension and the possibility that an ignition interlock...
What does express consent mean in a Colorado DUI investigation?
There is often a misunderstanding about exactly what Colorado drivers can and cannot do when their vehicle is stopped by law enforcement. As part of an investigation to determine if a driver is under the influence, the officer has the right to request that the driver...
Lodging a criminal defense for charges of resisting arrest
When law enforcement is seeking to perform their lawful duties in Colorado, it is illegal for people to interfere with that by resisting arrest. People who are confronted with allegations that they have resisted arrest in any way should be cognizant of the potential...
NFL player arrested; faces violent crime charges
Weapons charges are serious in Colorado. It can be an incident that escalates to the point where someone brandishes or fires a gun and causes injury or death to another person or it can occur as part of a robbery. In some cases, the person who is accused is relatively...
What is the law for DUI per se in Colorado?
Most Coloradans will have a basic knowledge of what it means to be arrested for driving under the influence. In general, they will realize that it is often linked to driving after drinking, being stopped by law enforcement, checked to see the blood-alcohol content...
DUIs: Precautions and Sanctions
It is well known that in the United States, no one should be driving a vehicle when the person is under the influence of any kind of toxic substance. Such reckless behavior can lead the driver to make poor decisions when sitting behind the wheel and the results of...
Facing drug charges? You might be able to suppress evidence
Sure, Colorado has relaxed its approach to drug use, including legalizing the recreational use of marijuana, but this doesn't mean that law enforcement officials are going to turn a blind eye to all drug offenses. In fact, many Colorado residents find themselves...
Know the elements of burglary to better challenge them
Burglary is a serious offense in Colorado, and one that prosecutors aggressively pursue. The penalties for a conviction can be harsh, too, affecting an individual’s life for a long time to come. If you’ve been accused of burglary and want to protect your freedom and...