Consequences of Driving Under Alcohol-Related Restraint (DUR-Alc) in Colorado
Driving with a revoked license can lead to serious legal consequences, particularly if your license was revoked due to a DUI or DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired). In Colorado, this offense is known as “Driving Under Alcohol-Related Restraint,” or DUR-Alc, and it carries severe penalties. Understanding the ramifications of DUR-Alc is essential to avoid devastating […]
Understanding Blood Alcohol Content (BAC): Impairment Levels and Legal Limits for Responsible Drinking and Driving
The legal driving limit for a person’s blood alcohol content is .08, but not everyone knows exactly what that means. So, we thought we would break down BAC for our readers to get a better idea of the levels of impairment and how they correlate with BAC. Bear in mind that there is no set definition for […]
D’oh! DUI?: Stopped for DUI at a DUI Hearing
Alcohol can be a complement to many situations – to make a dance party more free and lively, to pair off with a fine meal or to relieve stress after a long day at work. There are also many situations where drinking alcohol is totally inappropriate – not the least of which is when you […]
D’oh! DUI?: Sloppy Somnambulism
Our latest “D’oh! DUI?” is a drowsy doozy coming out of San Diego. A 25-year-old woman was arrested for suspicion of DUI after a short chase down the highway. The first sign that the woman was intoxicated was that her car came to a stop in the middle of the highway, with traffic flying by on all […]
Repeat Drunk Driver Felony Bill HB 1043 Amended, Under Consideration
We discussed in February proposed legislation to punish repeat drunk drivers by making repeat offenses felonies after either a third strike within seven years of the first, or a fourth strike in a person’s lifetime. The current proposal has removed the three strikes rule in the bill’s original text. According to supporters of the bill, known as […]
New App Allows Drivers, Law Enforcement to Test Impairment with Ease
Soon, it will be possible to measure one’s drug impairment by simply using a smartphone app. Not only would this make the process of identifying drunk drivers easier, but it would provide a tool for drinkers and drug users to ascertain their own level of impairment in hopes of dissuading them from getting behind the […]
Is Legalizing Powdered Alcohol a Good Idea?
The Colorado state government has had a lukewarm reception to the newest fad in drinking, a product called Palcohol. Recently approved by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, Palcohol combines the high alcohol content of liquor with the portability of a powder – perfect for backpackers who want to enjoy a cocktail in […]
D’Oh DUI?: The Case of the Accidental Thief
Alcohol is a powerful drug. It lowers inhibitions and can make people do things they might never do sober. Picture the following, for example: a man visiting out-of-town family or friends celebrates a little too hard. Midnight comes, and he just wants to go home, so he grabs his keys and mistakenly decides he’s sober […]
D’oh DUI?: This One’s Anything But Vanilla
Our latest “D’oh DUI” highlights a sobering fact: alcoholism is a vicious disease. According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, approximately 17 million adults in 2012 had an alcohol use disorder, meaning that their drinking habits profoundly and negatively affected other aspects of their lives. One New York woman’s unconventional drinking habit […]
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 […]