How High is Too High to Drive?

Suppose you are an active member of the cannabis community. In that case, you’ve likely encountered the controversial claim that some individuals drive better under the influence. While we can’t vouch for every driver’s experience, it’s crucial to acknowledge the prevailing consensus among experts and organizations, including the National Organization for the Reform of Marijuana […]

Distinguishing Colorado’s Public Intoxication Laws from Other States

Understanding the intricacies of public intoxication laws is crucial, especially when faced with DUI or drug-related charges in Colorado. Unlike many states, Colorado takes a unique approach to public intoxication, emphasizing assistance over punishment. Public Intoxication Laws Across States: Public intoxication laws vary significantly from state to state, covering a spectrum of behaviors related to […]

Addressing a Second DUI: Your Next Steps

Operating a vehicle under the influence (DUI) is a grave offense, and the repercussions escalate significantly with each subsequent violation. In Colorado, a second DUI offense is classified as a misdemeanor unless it involves an accident, which can elevate the charge to a felony. Navigating the legal landscape surrounding a second DUI is crucial, as […]

Arizona Court Decision Aids Colorado DUI-D Accused Drivers

As the legalization of marijuana gains momentum across the United States, the complex issue of marijuana impairment while driving is becoming a focal point for law enforcement agencies. In Colorado, a stringent limit of five nanograms of THC per cubic millimeter of blood determines legal impairment by marijuana. However, a recent court case in Arizona […]

Colorado’s Marijuana Industry in the Spotlight as Legalization Gains Momentum

As the movement for marijuana legalization gains traction throughout the United States, the spotlight is on Colorado, which became one of the first states to legalize marijuana in 2014. While the move towards legalization has been slow but steady, concerns about impaired driving due to marijuana use have become a focal point for both road […]

Challenges Mount for Colorado Police in Developing Weed Breathalyzer

Colorado’s flourishing economy post-marijuana legalization has been a cause for celebration. Still, as the state basks in the glow of its success, a notable group grapples with the lasting effects of this legislative change. The Colorado State Patrol (CSP) finds itself wrestling with the challenge of detecting and preventing impaired driving due to marijuana use, a task […]

Do You Have to Unlock Your Phone for Police During a DUI Stop?

“You have the right to remain silent. Anything you say or do can be used against you in court.” Suppose you’ve watched a crime television show or movie in the United States. In that case, you probably know what Miranda warnings are. The idea behind the Miranda warning is to preserve a person’s constitutional right […]

Don’t Drink, Drive and Pokémon Go at the Same Time

Amid the Pokémon Go craze, incidents involving the popular augmented reality game and driving under the influence (DUI) have become more prevalent. While the game’s primary aim is to encourage players to explore their surroundings and catch virtual creatures, some individuals have taken their Pokémon-catching adventures to dangerous extremes, risking their safety and the safety […]

Wait, Did I See That Right? Who Changed the Hollywood Sign?

In celebration of a new year with legal recreational marijuana, a vandal in California performed a pretty noticeable heist (or “high-st,” if you prefer). Did you look at the Hollywood sign this past weekend and notice anything different? Like a weed Batman fueled by activist passion, a vandal snuck up to the sign under cover […]

Are More Coloradans Going to Prison for DUI?

In 2015, Colorado implemented a groundbreaking change in its DUI laws by classifying a person’s fourth drunk driving offense as a felony rather than a misdemeanor if the three prior DUIs resulted in convictions. This move, signed into law by Governor John Hickenlooper, aimed to address the persistent issue of repeat DUI offenders. However, a […]