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Should I Talk to Police If I Am Arrested for a DWAI or DUI?
When you are driving and stopped by the police for any reason, it can be a stressful and upsetting experience. You may forget what rights you have, and you may feel compelled to answer questions that the police are asking you. The situation can be even more distressing if you have had one or... More
Fraud as a Felony Offense in Colorado
Can you actually face felony charges, and a prison sentence, if you are charged with fraud in Colorado? In short, the answer is yes. Felony fraud charges are relatively common, especially when an individual or an entity has been defrauded of large amounts of money. Even though felony fraud offenses may not involve any... More
What to Expect After a DUI Arrest in Colorado
Have you been arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while ability impaired (DWAI) in Colorado? If so, it is important to know what to expect moving forward. Unlike in many other states, there are essentially two different parallel proceedings running in Colorado when a person is arrested for a DUI: the... More
Facing Charges for Violation of a Protection Order
If you have been accused of domestic violence in the past and a former intimate partner has a protection order, you can face serious penalties if you are accused and later convicted of violating the terms of a protection order. You can face these charges whether you are accused of violating a temporary or... More
When Does Colorado Require an Ignition Interlock for a DUI?
If you are facing charges for driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while ability impaired (DWAI) in Colorado, you may know that one of the possible consequences of a conviction is being required to install an ignition interlock device in your vehicle in order to operate it. The ignition interlock device, according to... More
What You Should Know if You Are Facing Domestic Violence Harassment Charges
Were you recently arrested for and charged with harassment of an ex, or a person with whom you have been in an intimate relationship? If so, it is critical to understand how Colorado handles domestic violence offenses and what the classification of domestic violence can mean for your case. In short, there is no... More
DWAI or DUI in a School Zone: What You Need to Know
Colorado has two separate offenses related to drugged and drunk driving under CRS 42-4-1301: driving while ability impaired (DWAI) and driving under the influence (DUI). A DWAI is a lesser charge than a DUI, both are criminal offenses that can result in jail time even for a first offense. With subsequent offenses, the criminal... More
How Do My 5th Amendment Rights Apply to an Arrest?
If you are arrested for a criminal offense or placed in a situation known as a custodial interrogation (a situation where a person is detained by police and is not free to leave), you have specific rights under the Fifth Amendment of the US Constitution. The Fifth Amendment rights that apply in an arrest... More
Legal Alcohol Limit for a DWAI Versus DUI
What are the specific legal alcohol limits for drunk driving charges in Colorado? In Colorado, a person can face charges for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or for driving under the influence (DUI). These two offenses have different legal alcohol limits, but a person can also face charges for either in cases where their... More
What is Felony Grand Theft in Colorado?
The offense of theft is often charged as a misdemeanor in Colorado, but it is essential to know that you can certainly face felony charges for theft as well, depending on the value of the goods that are stolen. In fact, for high-value items, you can even face up to class 2 felony charges... More