DUI Information
How to Pass a Breathalyzer Test
To pass a breathalyzer test, you should not drink alcohol. If you have been drinking, wait for your body to process the alcohol before taking the test. Everybody’s body works differently, so the time it takes can change. Rinsing your mouth with water or using breath fresheners might help a little with leftover alcohol in [...]
What Drugs Are Illegal in Colorado?
In Colorado, drugs like cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, ecstasy, and LSD are illegal. These drugs are considered very dangerous and have no accepted medical use. While recreational marijuana is legal in the state and some places have decriminalized psilocybin mushrooms, most other drugs are still against the law. The punishment for having or selling illegal drugs [...]
Will I Lose My Right to Vote If I Am Convicted In Colorado?
In Colorado, if you are convicted of a felony offense, you will lose your right to vote while you are in prison or on parole. From the completion of sentence and parole, your voting rights are restored automatically. You must register to vote again after release (C.R.S. § 1-2-101). If you are convicted of a [...]
Tricks Police Use to Get You to Confess
Police use different tricks to get people to confess. One method called the Reid Technique, involves directly accusing the person and watching their behavior. Another method is Good Cop/Bad Cop, where one officer is nice, and the other is mean. This plays with the person’s emotions. Informal questioning can trick people into saying things that [...]
Diabetes Can Look Like Intoxication
Diabetes can cause symptoms that look like being drunk. This includes confusion, slurred speech, and unsteady movements. Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) happens when blood sugar drops below 70 mg/dL and can make someone act like they are drunk. High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) occurs when blood sugar rises above 180 mg/dL, leading to confusion and clumsiness. [...]
Colorado Criminal Law – The Impact Of Police Body Cam Laws
Colorado's body cam laws help improve the state's criminal justice system. These laws require police officers to use body cameras during their interactions, making sure they are transparent and responsible. The body camera recordings provide clear evidence that can prevent bad behavior and help both sides in court cases. Rules about keeping and using this [...]
