Fair DUI Flyers: Asserting Rights at DUI Checkpoints
The constitutional safeguard against illegal search and seizure is a cornerstone of the American legal system. But how far does this protection extend, especially in the context of DUI checkpoints? In recent times, a movement advocating for drivers’ rights at DUI checkpoints has gained attention, utilizing what are known as “Fair DUI Flyers.” In this […]
Waze: A Useful Tool or Potential Pitfall for DUI Prevention?
Waze stands out as a popular alternative to traditional GPS-enabled mapping software in navigation apps. Waze’s social GPS functionality sets Waze apart, allowing users to report real-time traffic conditions, accidents, detours, construction, and even the presence of police officers along their route. Waze’s ability to geotag police locations has made it a favorite among drivers […]
The BAT Van: Denver’s State-of-the-Art Weapon Against Drunk Driving
If your nocturnal adventures in Denver involve scouring the city for free shots or dollar wells, be cautious on your way home, for a new adversary may be waiting to thwart your plans—the BAT van. Short for Breath Alcohol Testing, the BAT van is a cutting-edge mobile DUI testing center deployed by the Denver police […]
Underage DUI in Colorado: Legal Consequences and the Importance of Legal Representation
In the early hours of the morning, a Pennsylvania motorist found himself at a DUI checkpoint, facing a routine stop by law enforcement. Little did the officers know that this seemingly typical DUI stop would take a bizarre and alarming turn. As the clock neared 4 a.m., a 19-year-old individual behind the wheel was approached […]
Checkpoint Colorado: 100 Days of DUI Checkpoints
Memorial Day weekend kicked off another period of strict DUI enforcement under the banner of “Checkpoint Colorado,” a 100-day period meant to combat the rise in impaired driving that often follows Memorial Day. Until Labor Day, you can expect to see more patrol cars on the road looking for the telltale signs of drunk or high drivers: […]
The Heat Is On: Super Bowl Weekend DUI Results
The heat is on, and we’re not talking about the weather (at all – it’s pretty chilly out there). No, we’re talking about Colorado’s high-visibility DUI enforcement campaign, The Heat Is On. The program combines periods of increased DUI enforcement, typically around holidays, and a strong campaign for public awareness for the problem of DUI. For the […]
Are DUI Checkpoints Actually Legal?
DUI checkpoints must be operated according to specific rules to be considered legal. Suppose police fail to conduct checkpoints according to the legal standards. In that case, any DUI arrests made while conducting an illegal DUI checkpoint can result in the DUI charges eventually being dropped. For a DUI checkpoint to be considered legal, law […]