If law enforcement stops you on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol (DUI), the officer may ask you to take the field sobriety test. What exactly is this and can you avoid taking it? About the test Officially, this is the Standardized Field Sobriety...
How will a drunk driving conviction affect your life?
Convictions for driving under the influence have a wide array of negative consequences. Losing your license is the most obvious. Fines and jail time are other recognizable potential outcomes. These are only a few of the problems that come with a DUI. Even if your...
What types of offenses result in license suspension in Colorado?
Law enforcement reports traffic infractions to the Colorado Department of Motor Vehicles. Some offenses result in points on your driver's license record, which can lead to the loss of your driving privileges. Learn about the types of tickets and incidents that can...
3 things to know about expunging a juvenile record in Colorado
From gaining the new freedom of a driver’s license to the influence of friends who may be experimenting with drugs, alcohol or other risky behaviors, the average American teenager faces many challenges before becoming a full adult. Fortunately, Colorado state law...
Guilty plea after DUI arrest costs police officer his job
Colorado law enforcement officers are vigilant in looking for drivers who might be driving under the influence. Anyone can face DUI charges. It may lead to significant penalties personally and professionally. This was evident in the case of a former law enforcement...
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. Many consider this a pre-trial, as a prosecutor can call witnesses to the stand,...
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...
5 common types of property crime
Property crime is common in the United States. According to the FBI, there were approximately nine million property crime offenses in the country. This high number is partially due to the fact that there are numerous types of offenses that fall under the umbrella...
Can you sleep alcohol off in your car?
Many people in Colorado who otherwise might drive intoxicated decide instead to sleep the alcohol off in their car. While this seems like a smart and safe decision for everyone, it could actually lead to the person getting a DUI charge. Your case may come down to...
The proven, positive effects of drug court
If you are charged with a drug-related crime in Colorado, you may justifiably have concerns about how your possible conviction might impact your life. Jail time, steep fines and substance abuse treatment are all possible consequences for your actions, but depending on...
