A New Approach: Colorado Law Enforcement Implement Naloxone for First Response Rarely a day goes by where there is not some form of news media reporting on a drug related tragedy. It seems our nation is experiencing an opioid epidemic. As heroin continues to gain popularity, in addition to prescription drug addictions to other opiate [...]
DUI Arrests Common Over Thanksgiving Holiday If you or someone you know experienced the unfortunate event of a DUI charge over the Thanksgiving holiday, you are not alone. Many people in their attempt to relax, fall into the trap of drinking at a family dinner and then driving home too soon after the beverage(s) have [...]
Colorado Law Helps Protect Juveniles from Long-Term Criminal Record The teen years are often wrought with experimentation and deviant behaviors as adolescents develop from their emerging self to a well-rounded adult. While some adolescents will continue in a life of crime, many mature and no longer make risky choices. It is known that adolescent substance [...]
How to Avoid A Boating Under the Influence Charge A favorite recreational activity of many is enjoying a relaxing day out on the lake. Often times, the brews abound with the relaxing nature of the water and the company of friends. The illegal nature of operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol is [...]
Legal Ramifications of a Second DUI It is human nature to over estimate our abilities, feeling invincible and assuming it will not happen to us. While a first offense DUI carries serious legal consequences, what if you slip up again and receive a second DUI? Understandably, for those who continue to make the same mistakes, [...]
Can I Refute My Colorado DUI License Suspension? If you’ve been charged with a driving offense involving alcohol and/or drugs, and have subsequently had your license suspended or revoked, you must go through a process of reinstatement to have your driving privileges reinstated. Each license suspension or revocation has its own conditions, and to apply [...]
Can I Get My Colorado DUI Criminal Records Sealed? If you’ve been convicted of a DUI in Colorado, you likely know how life-changing the effects of such a conviction can be—particularly the criminal record that comes along with it. It is typically very unlikely that you will be able to get your DUI records expunged, [...]
Our Kids and the Colorado Drunk Driving Culture. Earlier this year, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) partnered up with the Colorado State Patrol (CSP) to become resources for parents with children who may be exposed to drunk driving. MADD and CSP decided to begin hosting workshops that are aimed at teaching parents how to educate [...]
You Visited Colorado and Got a DUI, What Now? Visiting another state can be fun, exciting, and relaxing, but not if you get a DUI while you’re there. Maybe your vacation spirit got the better of you and you ended up consuming a few extra beverages than you had realized, or maybe you simply misunderstood [...]
Driving Under The Influence of Drugs (DUI-D) in Colorado If you’ve been arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of drugs in Colorado, you will already be well aware of the harsh penalties that a DUI-D charge brings with it. If convicted, you face substantial fines and court costs, as well as several hours [...]
