Greeley Criminal Law Blog
Options for defending against DUI charges
Accused drivers facing drunk driving charges need to know who they can defend themselves against the charges they are facing because of how serious the penalties and consequences of a DUI are. There are different options for defending against DUI charges depending on...
What happens when you break the rules of a probationary license?
Getting arrested for impaired driving in Colorado comes with a number of stressful consequences. You may have spent a night in jail and will face varying penalties depending on your previous criminal record. You also need to look at the wider implications that a DUI...
The purpose of a preliminary hearing
While being arraigned in a DUI case, you have the option to either plead guilty or not guilty. In many cases, a not guilty plea means that you will take part in a preliminary hearing. This is typically considered to be a trial before the actual trial takes place as a...
Developing marijuana impairment tests could be problematic
Although recreational marijuana is legal in Colorado, it is still illegal to drive while one’s ability is impaired. However, no test for marijuana exists that is akin to the blood alcohol content breathalyzer test. Researchers are trying to change that by...
How to defend yourself against assault and battery charges
Assault and battery charges are serious business, with a conviction having the potential to lead to an extended prison sentence. With this in mind, it’s critical that you defend yourself against the charges, with the idea of avoiding a conviction or at the very least...
Potential penalties for impaired driving
If you are convicted of driving under the influence in Colorado, you could face a fine, jail time and license suspension. You may also be put on probation or required to comply with other terms set forth by a judge. It is important to note that DUI laws apply to any...
About Colorado license suspension, points and reinstatement
We do not give much thought to getting around in a vehicle until we lose our driving privileges. In the state of Colorado, there are various ways to lose a drivers’ license as well as some confusion over how to get it back. Suspensions for points When the Department...
How to approach a DUI checkpoint
As you approach a DUI checkpoint, every bad thing imaginable may be running through your mind. And that’s especially true if you’re under the influence of alcohol or have another reason to believe that an officer may put you under arrest. Fortunately, when you know...
If arrested for a fourth DUI, you face a felony conviction
The state of Colorado has doubled down on the effort of keeping drunk drivers off the road. If law enforcement arrests you on suspicion of drunk driving and you are convicted, you face serious penalties and will start the next phase of your life with a felony on your...
Mistakes to avoid if pulled over for suspicion of DUI
Make no bones about it: Police in Colorado are on the lookout for anyone who appears intoxicated while driving. Even though they don’t know for sure, if they have any reason to believe you’re under the influence there’s a good chance you’ll find yourself pulled over....
