Introducing a New Feature: D’oh! DUI?
Driving under the influence is a extreme offense. While typically associated with cars, DUI charges can also result from operating various unconventional vehicles. Our upcoming series, “D’oh! DUI?” ‘ll delve into unforeseen situations where individuals face DUI charges based on their transportation choices. Like numerous other states, Colorado law extends beyond traditional automobiles, encompassing a […]
Colorado Eases Consequences for Refusing Sobriety Breath Tests
Did you know you can refuse when a police officer asks for a breath test to assess your sobriety? In the past, refusing a breath, blood, urine, or saliva test that measures Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) meant automatically surrendering driving privileges for an entire year. Now, however, those who decline their first request for a […]
The Heat is On: Colorado’s Year-Round DUI Enforcement Campaigns
You may have encountered those unmistakable orange signs on the highway, alerting drivers to the vigilant “The Heat is On” DUI campaigns. But did you know that Colorado conducts these DUI enforcement operations a staggering 12 times each year, with a particular focus on holiday weekends? As adults trade giant Butterfingers and boxes of Nerds […]
Will a DUI Also Impact My Pilot’s License?
Suppose you hold a pilot’s license and find yourself facing charges of DUI (Driving Under the Influence) or DWAI (Driving While Ability Impaired) or have experienced administrative license revocation. In that case, you must be aware of an additional layer of responsibility – reporting the incident to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This crucial step […]
How Does “Express Consent” Work in Colorado?
In Colorado, the responsibility of ensuring road safety is taken seriously, particularly when it comes to combating impaired driving caused by alcohol. The state has established a comprehensive framework known as the “express consent” law, which requires operators of motor vehicles to submit to chemical testing for alcohol if requested by a police officer based […]
How Do I Respond to Being Stopped for Drunk Driving?
You are driving home after drinks when all of a sudden the red and blue lights of a police cruiser come on behind you. What should you do? From the moment the lights come on you are being closely observed by the officer. You will be nervous but it is important to maintain your composure. […]
Why the Police Report Could Actually Save You From a DUI
Police officers are trained to observe a vehicle in operation and make a determination regarding whether the driver is potentially under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Officers are trained using The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) manuals to note “cues” that identify the most common and reliable indicators that a driver is impaired. […]
Thomas Law Firm Expands, Now Serves Entire Denver Metro
Thomas & Ahnell, LLC is excited to share its recent expansion, broadening its reach to assist clients across the Metropolitan Denver area. This expansion encompasses a wide range of counties, ensuring that individuals in various communities have access to their professional legal services. The counties now covered by Thomas & Ahnell, LLC include: Denver County […]
Why Should I Refuse Field Sobriety Tests?
If you are pulled over by a police officer and they suspect you of driving under the influence, then you will most likely be asked to perform the standardized field sobriety tests (SFST). There are at least a dozen variations of these tests but the standard three are: horizontal gaze nystagmus (i.e. follow my finger […]
Colorado Suggests Felony Sentences for Multiple DUI Offenders
In 2013, a significant bill surfaced on Colorado’s legal scene, suggesting a noteworthy change in the handling of specific DUI (Driving Under the Influence) offenses. During that period, Colorado did not designate DUI offenses as felonies solely on the basis of repeat occurrences, laying the groundwork for substantial shifts in DUI legislation. The proposed legislation […]