On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Jun 23, 2020 | Blog, Dui
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...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | May 13, 2020 | Blog, Criminal Defense, Dui
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,...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Jan 10, 2020 | Blog, Dui, Field Sobriety Tests
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...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Apr 17, 2018 | Blog
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...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Mar 18, 2018 | Blog
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...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Mar 9, 2018 | Blog
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...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Feb 20, 2018 | Blog
When you least expected it, you got the call that most parents in Colorado dread – law enforcement arrested your child for shoplifting, and now he or she is facing criminal charges. Depending on the circumstances, the penalties can be relatively mild or...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Jan 19, 2018 | Blog
Now that recreational marijuana is legal in Colorado, it is crucial to be aware that you can get a DUI if you drive while high. Driving under the influence of cannabis affects your impairment and is against the law. According to the Colorado Department of...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Dec 19, 2017 | Blog
When an officer pulls you over on suspicion of drunk driving, he or she will likely require you to take a test to determine intoxication. One may be a field sobriety test that examines your coordination and other skills, which is not reliable and not a...
On behalf of McAdams Law Office | Dec 11, 2017 | Blog
You know you should not drink and drive, but does that mean you cannot even have just one drink when you are out? After all, there is no way one cup of booze could impair you enough to get a DUI, right? Unfortunately, there is no cut-and-dry answer. Due to numerous...
