“The Walking Dead” Star Busted for DUI, Speed and Weed
It looks like the Reverend Gabriel Stokes will have to atone for more than killing zombies. Seth Gilliam, one of the actors on AMC’s “The Walking Dead”, has been arrested after police stopped him for driving 107 mph in a 55-mph zone. Police reports claimed that the actor’s eyes were extremely bloodshot and he registered […]
Colorado’s Felony DUI Bill Gains Momentum: A Turning Point in DUI Legislation
The felony DUI bill is back from legal limbo. For a while, it seemed like Colorado’s proposal to upgrade repeat DUIs from misdemeanors to felonies was dead in the water, but the bill recently passed the Senate Judiciary Committee by unanimous vote. Versions of this bill have been considered for years, but only now has the state […]
The Hazy Origins of 4/20: A Celebration of Marijuana in Colorado
The origins of the marijuana holiday 4/20 are hazy; the best guess is that it was a slang term amongst weed-smoking teens in 1970’s California high schools, popularized by followers of the Grateful Dead. Wherever the catchy three-digit code came from, it is here to stay. This past 4/20 in Denver came with increased police […]
The Cannabix Breathalyzer: Coming to a Squad Car Near You
One of the difficulties of charging a driver with driving under the influence of marijuana is the difficulty of detecting the drug easily. Without a blood test, it is hard to know exactly how impaired a smoker is when they are pulled over for suspicion of DUI. One Kal Malhi, the President of Cannabix Technologies and retired […]
A Ruff Time for This Drunk Driver
A Colorado Springs man barked up the wrong tree when police flagged him down after he failed to stop at a red light. The man had a warrant out for his arrest for a previous DUI charge, which may have motivated his next action: speeding off. A short time after, his vehicle was spotted driving […]
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 […]
Boozing Boys in Blue: Two Officers Arrested for DUI in Denver
It has been a rough time for Denver Police Department’s boys in blue – in the last three weeks, two of Colorado’s finest have been arrested for alleged drunk driving. The first incident occurred on February 14 in Castle Rock, wherein the DPD officer in question was pulled over and subsequently charged with DUI, careless driving […]
What Do Attorneys Look for to Fight DUI/DWI Charges?
Being convicted of a DUI/DWI not only sucks, but it can wreak havoc on multiple aspects of your life. Background checks for potential careers, suspension of a driver’s license and ignition interlock devices can all have serious impacts on your future. Fortunately, there are attorneys out there who have your back – here’s how we try to […]
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 […]
Ups and Downs: NHTSA Releases Drunk/Drugged Driving Studies
As our national rates of drunk driving offenses drop, no doubt due to aggressive campaigning and education, the rate of other DUI offenses has continued to rise. Marijuana and prescription drugs are becoming increasingly prevalent in U.S. drivers. In last year’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Roadside Survey of Alcohol and Drug Use By Drivers, almost […]