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Is Expressed Consent the Same as Implied Consent in a Colorado DUI Case?
Many states across the country have laws known as “implied consent” laws concerning impaired or intoxicated driving. These laws generally involve an understanding that any driver on the road, merely by getting behind the wheel of a vehicle and traveling on a public road, has already given consent — they have impliedly given consent... More
Do Miranda Warnings Have Specific Required Language?
If you were recently arrested for any type of felony criminal offense in the Denver area and you have watched any sort of police procedural on television, you may already be aware of certain rights and the requirements of the Miranda warnings upon arrest, which arise out of the United States Supreme Court case... More
What is the Legal Alcohol Amount for Driving Without a DUI Risk in Colorado?
How much alcohol can lawfully be in a person’s system before that person can face drunk driving-related charges in Denver? The answer to the question depends on the person’s age, whether they are driving a personal or commercial vehicle, and whether they are talking about charges for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving... More
What Are My Rights Against Search and Seizure Before a Felony Arrest?
If you have been arrested for a felony offense in Colorado and are now facing charges, it is crucial to seek legal advice about whether your constitutional rights may have been violated if your arrest resulted from a search of your person or your property. In other words, you may have been subject to... More
Can I Face Federal Criminal Charges for a DUI in Colorado?
You may know that you can face charges for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI) in Colorado if you have a certain blood alcohol concentration (BAC), or if you are driving in such a way that indicates you are impaired by or under the influence of drugs or alcohol... More
What is a Speedy Trial Right in a Felony Case?
If you are arrested for any type of felony offense in Colorado, it is crucial to know your rights under the US Constitution, as well as under Colorado law. If any of your rights are violated, you may have the foundation of a strong defense, or you may be able to take other steps... More
How Accurate Are Breathalyzer Test Results?
When you are facing charges for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI) in Colorado, a key piece of evidence in the prosecution’s case against you is most likely the result of a breath test or a blood test. While breathalyzers are used commonly by Colorado law enforcement, and the... More
Constitutional Violations as Defenses in Felony Cases
When you are facing any type of felony charges in Colorado — whether for a drug offense, a felony DUI offense, weapons offenses, theft offenses, or violent crimes — it is essential to build a defense strategy with an experienced Denver criminal defense attorney that is tailored to the particular facts of your case.... More
How an ACS-CHAL Forensic Lawyer-Scientist Analyzes Blood and Breath Testing Evidence
Have you been charged with driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI) in the Denver area? You need a defense attorney with substantial experience to begin working with you on your case. There is a new designation for certain DUI defense attorneys that can be extremely beneficial to clients who... More
Common Laboratory Errors in Denver DUI Blood Tests (And How They’re Challenged)
After a driver is arrested in the Denver area for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI), a breath or blood sample is typically drawn in order to determine the person’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC). With both breath and blood samples, various types of errors can occur in the process... More