Greeley Criminal Law Blog
A look at DUI/DWI penalties and diversion rehab in Colorado
The state of Colorado does not play when it comes to keeping drunk drivers off the road, and the penalties for DUI/DWI are harsh. If law enforcement arrests you on suspicion of driving under the influence or driving while intoxicated, what sort of penalties will you...
Innocent people could accidentally look like shoplifters
The word shoplifting probably conjures an image of a person in an oversized coat shoving expensive items inside of it before walking out of the store without paying for anything. Concealing merchandise on your person or inside your clothing is certainly one form of...
Drug experimentation isn’t safe for Colorado college students
Moving out for college can mean throwing caution to the wind and trying things that the newly enrolled student would never have done at home while living with their parents. Most college students will experiment with mind-altering substances, whether they go to a...
A DUI conviction may have immigration consequences
While there is usually nothing inherently wrong with enjoying a beer or cocktail, driving after consuming alcohol may land you in legal hot water. In fact, operating a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol concentration above 0.08% violates Colorado law. If you do so,...
Will we see a marijuana Breathalyzer in 2020?
With recreational use being legal in Colorado, many young adults may use the drug while at a party as an alternative to drinking alcohol. Young adults may also choose to use the drug at home as a way to relax after a long day. However, it is still illegal to drive...
Needing to drive after license suspension may have you seeing red
You made a mistake, and you lost your right to drive because of it. But managing your responsibilities can be nearly impossible without a car. While you may have to wait a long time before your license is fully reinstated, you may be able to get a temporary reprieve....
Investigation finds breath test evidence is often unreliable
An in-depth investigation by the New York Times finds one of the most common tests used by law enforcement to determine whether someone is driving drunk produces false positives with alarming frequency. Nearly every police station across the country uses breath test...
The difference in DWAI and DUI charges
Most people do not try to endanger themselves and others by driving impaired. However, it happens regularly more times than some may think. For those facing DWAI or DUI charges, they must understand what they are up against. There are a few things to understand...
Drunk driving, a new Colorado law and the IID
In Colorado, you may hear the term “DUI per se,” which refers to driving with a blood alcohol content of .08 or higher. Also, a recent change in Colorado law affects the designation of Persistent Drunk Drivers. For cases involving either DUI per se or...
Important facts about restraining orders in Colorado
There are a few different reasons people pursue restraining orders. While they are in place to protect citizens, they can inadvertently endanger not-guilty parties. In fact, some people may find themselves facing domestic violence charges in relation to a...
