Greeley Criminal Law Blog
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...
Colorado’s open container law
If you drive with an open alcoholic beverage in your car, you violate Colorado's traffic laws. Even if you are not under the influence, it is still against the law. There are few exceptions to this law. Additionally, it is also illegal to drive with an open...
How would losing your driver’s license affect your life?
Like most of us, you probably take driving for granted. However, if a law enforcement officer arrests you on suspicion of DWAI or DUI, you face suspension of your driving privileges. How long will you be without a license? How will this affect your daily life? How...
What counts as disorderly conduct in Colorado?
Colorado statutes outlaw disorderly conduct. The goal of outlawing disorderly conduct is to protect the safety and peace of the community in public places such as movie theaters, shopping centers, restaurants and places of worship. Each state has...
Intoxicated driving may be riskier in rural areas
If you grew up in Weld County, you know how fun it can be to drive on the rural roads around Greeley. After all, few things are better than seeing distant mountains through miles of fields. Still, regardless of where you choose to drive, alcohol and motor vehicles do...
A red license may help you get through suspension
If you have made a few mistakes on the road and found yourself on the receiving end of a license suspension, you may feel stuck. Without a driver's license, you have to rely on carpools or public transportation to get you where you need to go. There is the possibility...
Control the damage from your legal situation
So, you may have made a mistake with legal implications. What happens next? The first thing you should know is that you have rights. You could probably do many things when faced with having to go through the criminal justice system in Colorado. You should...
