DUIs & International Travel: Getting In and Getting Out
A few weeks ago, we discussed the consequences of earning a DUI in a state other than your own. As the summer season approaches and travel plans take shape, it’s equally important to consider the implications of drunk driving in foreign countries. While exploring new destinations and cultures is exhilarating, being aware of the diverse […]
A Quick Guide to Alcohol and Marijuana in City Parks
As the clouds part and Colorado’s famous sunshine begins to make a welcome appearance, the invitations for outdoor gatherings and activities are starting to roll in. Whether it’s volleyball games in Washington Park or summertime barbecues at Cherry Creek Reservoir, the allure of the great outdoors beckons. However, as you prepare to enjoy these al […]
3 Things to Tell Your Teen About Drunk Driving
The school year is winding to a close, and it’s officially time to celebrate the Class of 2014 with a slew of sappy graduation parties. Since not every bash involves grandma in the garden with a classy string quartet, take a moment in between stocking up on copies of Oh, the Places You’ll Go to […]
Navigating Car Insurance After a DUI: What You Need to Know
The aftermath of a D.U.I. conviction often leaves individuals eagerly anticipating the reinstatement of their driving privileges. However, this momentous occasion comes with a significant challenge: securing proper car insurance as a “high-risk” driver. In Colorado, car insurance is not just a luxury; it’s a legal requirement for anyone operating a vehicle. To shed light […]
One Compact to Rule Them All: How Colorado Handles Your Out-of-State DUI
The season of summer weddings and school holidays, road trips, and reunions is finally here. Those far-flung, boozy celebrations arrive just in time for a nationwide crackdown on drunk driving, though, so what’s the deal with getting a DUI in a state other than your own? First of all, the same general rules apply across […]
Why Hiring a Private Investigator in a DUI Case is Only Elementary, Dear Watson
James Allbee is a private investigator with Littleton-based Metro Intelligence Agency; in this guest post, he draws on his years of experience to explain how a private eye can be incredibly advantageous in drunk or drugged-driving cases. A private investigator will help you exponentially in any case, but using one for a DUI or DWAI […]
6 Places You Can’t Smoke Pot—No Matter What You’ve Heard
That cheeky “holiday” that gives new meaning to the nickname “Mile High City” is finally here! With recreational marijuana now legal in Colorado, this year’s 4/20 festivities promise to be nothing short of epic. As your friendly Denver defense lawyers, however, we thought it wise to issue a reminder that while pot itself might be […]
D’oh! DUI?: Bicycling Whilst Drunk
Now that spring is officially here, it’s ever so tempting to hop on our bicycles, pedal down the Cherry Creek Trail, and maybe stop for a beer or two in the Colorado sunshine on the way home. Steer clear of getting too tipsy, though, or you could earn yourself a DUI. That’s right. In 2012, […]
7 Famous Irishmen with Unlucky Drinking Tales
It’s time to put on some green, trot out the Guinness, and get lucky–don’t use your Irish heritage as an excuse for drinking and driving, though. As a friendly reminder to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day responsibly, here are seven famous Irishmen and women who probably should have swapped those last few pints of green beer […]
6 Things We Learned About Marijuana Blood Testing
As the landscape of marijuana legality evolves, drug testing has shifted from merely detecting the presence of cannabis in the body, typically through a urine sample, to more intricate methods aimed at determining the precise quantity of marijuana in one’s system, primarily through blood tests. This transition is not without its complexities and controversies, as […]