Drunk and drugged driving is a major offense in Colorado. Furthermore, since the Centennial State has implied consent laws, authorities can automatically suspend the licenses of people who refuse field sobriety tests. Colorado DUI/DWAI BAC limits Under Colorado law,...
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What are the Colorado penalties for DUI?
You have a better chance of making the right decisions when facing DUI charges in Colorado when you understand the laws, how they work and how they may affect you. Therefore, read on to learn more about how the Colorado court will penalize you for a DUI charge....
What do you know about explaining your DUI during job interviews?
After your recent encounter with Colorado law enforcement, you must navigate having a DUI on your criminal record. How does this affect your ongoing job search? Chron shares tips for explaining your drunk driving charge to employers. Understand how to present yourself...
Can I challenge breathalyzer results?
Yes, it is possible to challenge breathalyzer results in your DUI case. It is possible in the same manner that it is also possible to challenge radar gun results in a speeding ticket case. However, in both instances, you must have good cause to challenge the readings....
DUI charges and alcohol courses
If you are facing DUI charges, you likely have various concerns and responsibilities. From taking steps to obtain a temporary driving permit to preparing for court in order to secure a more favorable end result, DUI charges bring up many concerns for people across...
Do you have to disclose a DUI on your FAFSA?
While it is an excellent place to earn a bachelor’s degree, the University of Colorado in Boulder is not exactly inexpensive. If you are a resident, you can expect to pay roughly $12,500 in annual tuition. As an out-of-state student, you may need to come up with...
Pointing out the potential margin of error with breath tests
Were one to poll people in Colorado as to their perceptions of a drunk driving offense, many might describe a scene of a person standing on the side of the road blowing into a hand-held breath testing device. Indeed, the number ".08" (which represents the legal...
Ignition interlock devices may endanger lives
In Colorado, courts require the installation and monitoring of an ignition interlock device for anyone convicted of drunk driving. Understanding what an ignition interlock device is and how it works will increase user’s awareness of the dangers associated with the...
Why should college students avoid first time DUI convictions?
Colorado college students like you often use these years to explore your paths. You may want to try different potential career options out, or pursue one that you already have a passion for. Whatever the case, it is a time to experiment and experience life. But some...
Penalties for DUI in Colorado
Drivers can receive charges of driving while ability impaired in Colorado for blood alcohol content as low as 0.05%. This conviction often carries less severe penalties than for driving under the influence charges, which require BAC of at least 0.08%. If you face...