Monthly Archives: July 2026
Can I Face Per Se DWAI or DUI Charges for Drugs?
Under Colorado law, a driver can face criminal charges for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI) if they have alcohol or drugs in their system that are affecting their ability to drive a vehicle safely. When it comes to per se DWAI or DUI charges, such a thing does… Read More »
How a Fourth Amendment Violation Could Be Part of Your Defense to Felony Charges
When you are facing any type of felony criminal charge in Colorado, it is critical to develop the strongest possible defense you can. Depending on the specific type of felony offense for which you have been charged, you could be looking at a sentence that involves imprisonment for anywhere from one year to up… Read More »
What Does Blood Alcohol Concentration Mean in a DUI Case?
What is a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) and what does it mean in a drunk driving case in the Denver area? Under Denver law, a person can face charges for driving while ability impaired (DWAI) or driving under the influence (DUI) regardless of their BAC — if a person is driving in a manner… Read More »
What is an Affirmative Defense in a Felony Case?
Facing felony charges of any type in Colorado can be extremely anxiety-inducing, especially since a felony conviction is likely to result in a sentence that comes with at least some prison time. Under Colorado’s sentencing guidelines, even the least severe felony — a Class 6 felony — comes with a minimum sentence of one… Read More »