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Driver Arrested in Fatal Crash near Denver’s City Park

A 50-year-old driver has been arrested on suspicion of fleeing the scene of a fatal accident near City Park, as reported by the Denver Police Department. Officers responded to a two-vehicle collision at East 18th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard on the night of September 8. One driver sustained serious injuries and was taken to the […]

The Impact of Colorado’s Felony DUI Law: An In-Depth Analysis

In August 2015, Colorado took a significant step in combating drunk driving by enacting a law that made a person’s fourth DUI conviction a felony. The move aimed to increase penalties for repeat offenders and align the state with others that already had felony DUI laws. Over a year has passed since the law’s implementation, […]

Unraveling the Story: A Closer Look at the Controversial DUI Case in Arapahoe County

Last week, the Arapahoe County District Attorney stirred up a storm by issuing a press release and engaging with various media outlets to discuss a recently concluded DUI case. The District Attorney’s discontent with the case outcome prompted him to present a seemingly one-sided narrative, leaving crucial details unexplored. While maintaining confidentiality is standard for […]

Colorado Supreme Court Takes DUI Case – Will It Change Colorado Law?

In a rare and intriguing turn of events, the Colorado Supreme Court grapples with a compelling case challenging the felony DUI law. The protagonist is a man who, astonishingly, has been stopped eight times for suspected drunk driving. This unprecedented case, making waves through the judicial system, raises significant questions about the application of attempted […]

How Do Drug Possession Laws Differ in Colorado?

In recent years, the legalization of recreational marijuana has sparked numerous debates and challenges, especially concerning road safety. While studies from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration suggest that marijuana impairment may not be as severe as alcohol impairment, the question of identifying and penalizing drugged drivers remains a significant concern. Traditional field sobriety tests […]

The Perils of Multiple DUIs: A Colorado Woman’s Unfortunate Escapade

In the State of Colorado, the consequences of multiple DUIs can escalate rapidly, potentially resulting in felony charges. A recent incident in mid-November involving a Pennsylvania woman highlights the alarming path one can take toward such legal complications. What began as a standard DUI arrest evolved into a bizarre series of events that not only […]

What Factors Can Upgrade Your Charges to Aggravated DUI?

Aggravating factors involve specific details or situations that heighten the seriousness or culpability associated with a criminal offense. When a crime is classified as aggravated, it entails the possibility of more severe consequences, including elevated fines, extended periods of imprisonment, or an escalation of the charge to more serious levels, such as felonies. If you […]

Colorado’s Stricter Penalties for Repeat DUI Offenders

In early June, Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper signed House Bill 15-1043 into law, ushering in a new era of stricter penalties for repeat DUI (Driving Under the Influence) offenders. This bill marked a significant shift in how the state handles individuals arrested for four or more DUI offenses. While DUIs were previously considered misdemeanor charges, […]

Colorado’s Felony DUI Law: One Month In

Just over a month ago, Colorado implemented a significant change to its DUI laws, making any fourth DUI conviction a felony offense. Before this change, repeat DUI offenders in the state only faced misdemeanor charges, regardless of the number of offenses committed. The introduction of this new felony DUI law has generated both discussion and […]

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